What will determine our family relationships? One place we
can start is at the beginning; dating. The relationships we build and choose to
foster can be a big indicator as to how our future family relationships will
unfold.
Elder Oaks encouraged that dating is the way we should seek
for a spouse. This is what prepares us for marriage. Dating can often be mixed
up with hanging out so to clarify he said, “A ‘date’
must pass the test of three p’s:
(1) planned ahead, (2) paid for, and (3) paired off.” (
When we compare these three P’s to three
other P’s often highlighted as the men’s responsibility in “The Family: A Proclamation
to the World” we can see very interesting connections.
Definition of Dating The
Family Proclamation (Note: A document
defining marriage)
11)
Planned ahead Preside
22)
Paid for Provide
33)
Paired off Protect
When done the way we have been counseled dating prepares us
for marriage!
1 1) It takes a lot of effort for boys to plan things. This preparation helps them
to become a better presider of the
home.
22) Most young adults in their dating years are
fairly broke. For one to show that they can pay
for a date with the means that they have proves an ability and desire to provide for a future family.
3 3) It takes much more commitment to pair off than simply hang out with a
bunch of friends. Going on a date with one specific person can bring a sense of
responsibility. This attribute will be highly needed as a father preparing to protect his family.
Not only does this prepare us for marriage, but it helps us
identify who is ready for marriage. And even beyond that it can help us decide who
would be a good fit for us.
I found this connection very insightful. I believe that God
has called inspired prophets to lead us today. The council they give us is
based off of universal truths evident in many things. Heavenly Father has a
plan to prepare us for the most important things in this life.
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