Marriage in the scriptures
What is the "new and everlasting covenant"?
President Joseph Fielding Smith said it is, “the sum total of all gospel covenants and obligations … marriage is not the new and everlasting covenant. If there are any here that have that idea I want to say that right to them… marriage is ‘a’ new and everlasting covenant. ... It is everything—the fulness of the gospel. So marriage properly performed, baptism, ordination to the priesthood, everything else—every contract, every obligation, every performance that pertains to the gospel of Jesus Christ, which is sealed by the Holy Spirit of promise according to his law here given, is a part of the new and everlasting covenant.”
True/False: Marriage is the SECOND most vital of all decisions because of how it affects families, children and generations.
False - it is THE MOST vital decision
What does eternal marriage mean?
True/False - This is one of the temple recommend questions: "Do you strive to make sure people believe you are honest in all that you do?"
False - it's "Do you strive to BE honest in all that you do."
Successful eternal marriages are built on the foundation of _________ in the Lord Jesus Christ and adherence to His teachings.
faith
How seriously does the Lord want us to take the new and everlasting covenant?
"For behold, I reveal unto you a new and an everlasting covenant; and if ye abide not that covenant, then are ye damned; for no one can reject this covenant and be permitted to enter into my glory."
What is the average age of marriage?
28 for women (in 2020), 30 for men.
What is exaltation?
Eternal life.
The eternal covenant of marriage is essential to _________.
exaltation
Harmony and joy in marriage grows as we keep the ________________
commandments
What happens if a couple marries "until death to us part"?
"When they are out of the world they neither marry nor are given in marriage; but are appointed angels in heaven, which angels are ministering servants, to minister for those who are worthy of a far more, and an exceeding, and an eternal weight of glory."
How many temples do NOT have the angel Moroni?
7
How do we extend the sealing blessing to those who have passed away?
We do sealings for the dead. "To extend these blessings to all people, those who are living are also able to perform proxy sealings in behalf of those who have died. "
True/False - This is an actual question on the temple recommend interview: "Are there serious sins in your life that need to be resolved with priesthood authorities as part of your repentance?"
In wonderful, happy marriages, husbands and wives treat each other as _________ ___________
equal partners
What happens if a couple makes a covenant for time and for all eternity, but it is not by proper authority, or sealed by the Holy Spirit of promise?
It is not valid neither of force when they are out of the world.
What do the mirrors in the sealing room symbolize?
Eternity.
Which temple was first completed in Utah?
St. George
True/False - this is one of the temple recommend questions: "Do you strive for moral cleanliness in your thoughts and behavior?"
True
Happy marriages rely on the gift of _______________
repentance
What are we promised if we keep the new and everlasting covenant?
"They shall pass by the angels, and the gods, which are set there, to their exaltation and glory in all things, as hath been sealed upon their heads, which glory shall be a fulness and a continuation of the seeds forever and ever."
"Marriage between a man and a woman is______ of God"
ordained
Temples include the inscription over the door: "Holiness to the _____".
Lord
Which of the following will NOT help you prepare for a temple marriage? Love the Lord. Become Productive. Be Happy. Develop Friendships. Create Order. Serve. Maintain Moral Purity. Be fake. Attend the Temple.
Be fake
Successful marriage partners are "fiercely ________" to each other, and transparent.
loyal