Importance of Regular FHE

Years ago, my Mother jokingly made the comment that she wished there were a spray you could cover your children with as they left home each day, that would keep them safe out in the world-- an "Armor of God in a Can." Unfortunately no such product exists. However, we have not been left empty handed. The gospel offers many promises of protection if we simply obey. Having regular Family Home Evenings is one way to claim these blessings.

"We call upon parents to devote their best efforts to the teaching and rearing of their children in gospel principles which will keep them close to the Church. The home is the basis of a righteous life, and no other instrumentality can take its place or fulfill its essential functions in carrying forward this God-given responsibility. We counsel parents and children to give highest priority to family prayer, family home evening, gospel study and instruction, and wholesome family activities."
(First Presidency letter, 11 February 1999 — Gordon B. Hinckley, Thomas S. Monson, and James E. Faust)

"Monday nights are reserved throughout the Church for family home evenings. We encourage members to set aside this time to strengthen family ties and teach the gospel in their homes. . . ."
(First Presidency letter, 4 October 1999 — Gordon B. Hinckley, Thomas S. Monson, and James E. Faust)

"If the Saints obey this counsel, we promise that great blessings will result. Love at home and obedience to parents will increase. Faith will be developed in the hearts of the youth of Israel, and they will gain power to combat the evil influence and temptations which beset them."
(First Presidency letter, 27 April 1915 — Joseph F. Smith, Anthon H. Lund, Charles W. Penrose

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What great promises!!! So often, I feel like I can't shield my children from the world, but having FHE every week is something I CAN do. As I have made the effort to prepare something special each week,I have seen the blessings truly fall upon my home. My children look forward to Family Home Evening. It is not always easy to pull something together, and at times, it seems like a failed attempt. However, I find great comfort in knowing that I am empowering my family to claim the blessings promised to us if we obey.

Here is an excellent source on making FHE successful.