Get Started On Your Custom Engraved Scriptures

How to Deal with Discord in the Home

Anyone who has spent time around children has probably wished for the non-existent unique, individual, child raising manual. Parenting books are nice, but the examples do not always fit each child or have solutions for every meltdown. Whether you grew up in a home with twelve people or three, you will have experienced discord at some point. Perhaps you experience it more now in your home than you did growing up or vice versa. There is just no one-size-fits-all solution.

Of course, as parents we seek direction on how to create a home filled with peace. We have all read Mosiah 4:14 which says, “And ye will not suffer your children that they go hungry, or naked; neither will ye suffer that they transgress the laws of God, and fight and quarrel one with another, and serve the devil who is the master of sin…”

I have beaten myself up with guilt over this scripture when my children argue and fight. Telling them that they are serving the devil as they scream at one another is like attempting to blow out a bonfire. I am convinced that the teaching comes after the conflict.

At one point, my two sons fought so badly that my daughter sobbed to me that one was killing the other. I knew that was not the case but in her sweet little heart, she was traumatized, even to the point of waking in the middle of the night in tears. It was those precious tears that finally dug into my oldest son’s heart. He still gets angry with his brother, but he has learned to walk away and be angry by himself rather than fight with his brother. It may be a small step, but it is progress, nonetheless.

When tempers are running high, I find that I need to separate the players, giving them a chance to “walk it off.” After a little while, I will often put on beautiful primary or church hymns that bring the Spirit. I have found it is most effective to have a “debriefing” to talk about what happened and recognize what we could have changed for a better outcome. I ask them whom they were thinking of when they made their choice. The answer is typically that they were only thinking of themselves. When appropriate, their consequence is to serve one another. The apologies usually come without me having to do anything more. Does it always work? No. Family life is not perfect. We learn as we go.  

 The most important thing we can do to deal with discord is to invite the Holy Ghost, allow them to feel His presence which will be the only one that softens their hearts. Elder Jeffrey R. Holland said the following to families raising children, “May I say to mothers collectively, in the name of the Lord, you are magnificent. You are doing terrifically well. The very fact that you have been given such a responsibility is everlasting evidence of the trust your Father in Heaven has in you. He knows that your giving birth to a child does not immediately propel you into the circle of the omniscient. If you and your husband will strive to love God and live the gospel yourselves; if you will plead for that guidance and comfort of the Holy Spirit promised to the faithful; if you will go to the temple to both make and claim the promises of the most sacred covenants a woman or man can make in this world; if you will show others, including your children, the same caring, compassionate, forgiving heart you want heaven to show you; if you try your best to be the best parent you can be, you will have done all that a human being can do and all that God expects you to do.”1

I am grateful to know we have access to a loving Father in Heaven who will guide us as we seek His help in obtaining peace in our homes as we deal with temporal struggles.

  1. “Because She is a Mother,” Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, General Conference April 1997, Saturday Afternoon Session

Share this post


Leave a comment

124 comments

  • To anyone feeling trapped by bad credit, I truly understand. My name is Rose Anderson,, i felt like my financial life was a constant uphill battle. My credit score stocked at a dismal 512, tried applying for a better apartment and a reliable car but was met with rejection. It felt like past mistakes were forever holding me back. I tried other credit repair companies, only to have them take my money. I was beyond skeptical and convinced my credit was a lost cause, a permanent black mark. But then, a friend, who knew my struggles, urged me to try JERRYLINK CREDIT GROUP. My guard was up, but something about their genuine approach felt different. They didn’t make empty promises; they offered a clear, step-by-step plan tailored to my situation. For the first time, I felt understood, not judged. They meticulously went through my credit report, identifying every derogatory mark, old medical bills, late payments, even a forgotten collection. They didn’t just dispute them; they worked tirelessly to make sure it was off, the results were astounding, just within few days JERRY LINK CREDIT GROUP cleared all the report and my score soared from 512 to an amazing 802. THANKS. you can reach them via; jerrylinkcreditgroup@gmail.com. They are just what you need. And thank me later

    • Rose Anderson
  • Seller Fullz, Pros, Leads (USA-UK-CANADA) Tele @ Fullzpros
    Looking for Legit Fullz Vendor we got your back
    Providing Fresh Database of USA, UK, CANADA & many more

    Contact us now at:
    What’s App – +1.. 605.. 846… 1870..
    TG Chanel – t.me/bigdatatrader
    Tele gram – @ Fullzpros

    ●ssn/sin/nin dob address phone email
    ●ssn dob dl address employee & bank info
    ●sin dob address mmn phone email
    ●nin dob address sort code & account number
    ●real dl front back with selfie & ssn, usa passport photos
    ●you can get specific info {zip|city|state|sex|bank etc}
    ●ein company pros with & without ssn

    Business Owner Leads
    Phone Numbers & Email Combos
    Mortgage Leads
    Crypto & Forex Leads
    Stock Market Leads
    Cars database with registration number
    Home Owner & Bank Leads
    Sweepstakes Leads
    Payday & Personal Loan Leads
    Loan & cashout methods

    All 100% Updated Fresh Stuff
    Payment upfront in crypto only
    Looking for long term business partner
    Huge discount offers for bulk buyers
    Always checked, Updated & fresh info

    For more stuff Hit me at:
    What’s App – +1.. 605.. 846… 1870..
    TG Chanel – t.me/bigdatatrader
    Tele gram – @ Fullzpros
    Email – harrynelson03(at)protonmail.com

    • Harry
  • Seller Fullz, Pros, Leads (USA-UK-CANADA) Tele @ Fullzpros
    Looking for Legit Fullz Vendor we got your back
    Providing Fresh Database of USA, UK, CANADA & many more

    Contact us now at:
    What’s App – +1.. 605.. 846… 1870..
    TG Chanel – t.me/bigdatatrader
    Tele gram – @ Fullzpros

    ●ssn/sin/nin dob address phone email
    ●ssn dob dl address employee & bank info
    ●sin dob address mmn phone email
    ●nin dob address sort code & account number
    ●real dl front back with selfie & ssn, usa passport photos
    ●you can get specific info {zip|city|state|sex|bank etc}
    ●ein company pros with & without ssn

    Business Owner Leads
    Phone Numbers & Email Combos
    Mortgage Leads
    Crypto & Forex Leads
    Stock Market Leads
    Cars database with registration number
    Home Owner & Bank Leads
    Sweepstakes Leads
    Payday & Personal Loan Leads
    Loan & cashout methods

    All 100% Updated Fresh Stuff
    Payment upfront in crypto only
    Looking for long term business partner
    Huge discount offers for bulk buyers
    Always checked, Updated & fresh info

    For more stuff Hit me at:
    What’s App – +1.. 605.. 846… 1870..
    TG Chanel – t.me/bigdatatrader
    Tele gram – @ Fullzpros
    Email – harrynelson03(at)protonmail.com

    • Harry
  • My husband left me for another woman a few months ago and ever since then my life has been filled with pain and agony because my husband was my first love whom I have spent my entire life with. A friend and also a colleague from work told me he saw some testimonies of a spiritual counselor called Doctor Muna, He can bring back lover within some few days. Ridiculously, I laughed it out and said I am not interested. But for friendship’s sake, she consulted this God sent man on my behalf and to my greatest surprise, Immediately after 12 hours, my husband called me for the very first time for over 7 months saying “I miss you babe and I’m so sorry for everything I made you went through” I couldn’t say a word but cried over the phone and hanged up. We are back together and living Happily together again. To be honest, I still can’t believe it, because it’s highly unbelievable. Thank you DOCTOR MUNA for bringing back my love and also to my SELFLESS FRIEND. Laura, who interceded on my behalf. For anyone who might need help of this wonderful spiritual counselor, here is the email address: marvelspelltemple@gmail.com, Also add him on WhatsApp: +2347035449257

    • Carrie Alfred
  • DO YOU REQUIRE TECHNICAL SKILLS TO SOLVE YOUR HACKING RELATED PROBLEMS?
    ●Hacking of all social media accounts
    ●Spying on cheating partner
    ●Retrieving of lost Cryptocurrency
    ●Data alteration
    ●Finding of lost phone
    ●Clearing/paying off of mortgage/loan
    ●Increasing of credit score
    ●Bitcoin mining
    ●Tracking of location
    ●Hacking of cell phone/other devices
    ●Block out or track down hackers
    Secure yourself now!!!
    Contact: cyberhelpdesk88@gmail.com

    • Rita Gliner