"7 Yea, and there shall be many which shall say: aEat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die; and it shall be well with us.
8 And there shall also be many which shall say: aEat, drink, and be bmerry; nevertheless, fear God—he will cjustify in committing a little dsin; yea, elie a little, take the advantage of one because of his words, dig a fpit for thy neighbor; there is gno
harm in this; and do all these things, for tomorrow we die; and if it
so be that we are guilty, God will beat us with a few stripes, and at
last we shall be saved in the kingdom of God.
9 Yea, and there shall be many which shall teach after this manner, afalse and vain and bfoolish cdoctrines,
and shall be puffed up in their hearts, and shall seek deep to hide
their counsels from the Lord; and their works shall be in the dark."
We see so much of this going on in the world today. Another scripture in the Old Testament found in Isaiah 5:20 says
"Woe unto them that call aevil bgood, and good evil; that put cdarkness for dlight, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter!"
Again we see much of this in the world. Morals and values have become relative instead of absolute. People do not want to be held accountable for their actions. As I speak there are people out there trying to change the very idea of marriage as ordained by Heavenly Father. While I cannot judge another because I do not know the thoughts and intents of others' hearts I know that our Heavenly Father has given us commandments and has spoken on the subject. These commandments are guidelines to protect and bring us safety as we travel through this mortal experience. I know He gives these because He loves us. A good parent has to say no to their children in order for their children to succeed. Rules bring blessings. There are many things in the world that we have been commanded to not do that will protect, guide and build us up. This is a demonstration of God's love towards us. I do not know all the reasons why some commandments are given, but I know that God's view is a lot better than ours. I know that many are trying to legalize gay marriage. I want to bear my witness that although I have no ill will towards any who support this notion, I know that it is not right. Marriage has always and will always be a union between a man and woman, as husband and wife. God has established that from the very beginning. Eve was an help meet for Adam. Together they brought forth children and taught them the gospel. The Apostle Paul has taught that husbands and wives are to love each other. That we are to love our spouse as our own flesh. This is how God intended it to be. God has prepared a way that man and wife could be married for all eternity. The bonds of marriage do not have to end with death. Because the Lord has restored His gospel on the earth today I know families can be together forever. God does not condemn those that are following other paths. Instead He offers the gift of His son Jesus Christ. This requires change. It requires giving up habits or associations that are against the teachings of the Lord. We are promised peace and joy for following the Savior. Because of His atoning sacrifice, everyone may live with Heavenly Father again, if we so choose. I know that Jesus Christ is the Savior. He can make us clean from our mistakes, pains, and disappointments. His love is perfect. So is His desire to help lift us and extend beyond ourselves. I know these things to be true. I testify in the name of Jesus Christ.
