“Our great desire is to raise our children in truth and
righteousness. One principle that will help us accomplish this is to avoid
being overly judgmental about conduct that is foolish or unwise but not sinful.
Many years ago, when my wife and I had children at home, Elder Dallin H.
Oaks taught that it was important to distinguish between youthful mistakes
which should be corrected and sins that require chastening and repentance.14 Where there is lack of
wisdom, our children need instruction. Where there is sin, repentance is
essential.15
We found this to be helpful in our own family.”
Elder Quentin L. Cook
"In Tune with the Music of Faith"
April 2012 Conference
