Post 27: "I Wish There Was a Manual for This"—The Divine Tutor in Parenting

How to partner with the Holy Ghost, embrace divine tutoring, and raise children in righteousness.

Introduction

How often have you heard (or said) the phrase, "I wish there was a manual for this"? Whether it’s in the throes of raising children or navigating the complexities of life, we’ve all felt the weight of uncertainty and the longing for a clear guide.

But here’s the truth: there is a manual. Imagine a wise tutor, steadfast and constant, dwelling in the quiet chambers of your life like a devoted instructor in an elegant study. He brings light to every question, wisdom to every decision, and peace to every troubled moment. This tutor is the Holy Ghost—the divine member of the Godhead given to lead you to truth, teach you all things, and refine you as you walk life’s path.

More than a mere guide, the Holy Ghost is a mentor who comprehends all things, bringing all things to your remembrance and illuminating every aspect of your journey. As members of the Restored Church of Jesus Christ, it is our sacred privilege to have this divine tutor as a constant companion. The question is: is He truly your companion, or do you contend with Him? As Amulek counseled, contention with the Spirit halts progress, but yielding to His instruction brings clarity, peace, and divine power into every aspect of life.

Pain Point: The World’s Lack of Direction

The world often dismisses the possibility of divine tutoring. When challenges arise, society looks to self-help books, fleeting trends, or human philosophies for answers, only to find that these sources leave them wanting.

Parenting, in particular, can feel overwhelming. The countless voices offering advice only add to the confusion. Which method is right? How can you know what your child truly needs? Without the Holy Ghost’s light, navigating the complexities of parenting can feel like trying to read a book in the dark.

But God has not left us to wander aimlessly. He has given us the ultimate tutor—the Holy Ghost, the Mind of God—to illuminate our path, refine us, and guide us toward divine purpose. When you cease to contend with the Spirit and instead embrace Him as your constant tutor, He will teach you all things expedient for your journey, including how to raise children in righteousness and align your life with God’s will.

Principle: The Gift of the Holy Ghost—Your Heavenly Tutor

Joseph Smith taught that the Holy Ghost is the oldest “book” in the world, comprehending more than all other knowledge combined. Like a faithful teacher in a quiet study, the Spirit patiently instructs, bringing “pure intelligence” and sudden strokes of inspiration to guide your life. By learning to notice and act upon these impressions, you grow in your ability to understand the Spirit, line upon line, grace to grace, until you are perfected in Christ.

This tutor doesn’t just help you make decisions—He transforms you. The Holy Ghost becomes a compass for parenting, pointing you to eternal truths and teaching you how to raise children unto righteousness. It is the how-to manual for becoming like God—teaching us how to be perfected in Christ, to grow as individuals, and to unite as a couple in raising a family in righteousness.

Through the Spirit, we access the same mind, wisdom, and glory that the Father and Son share. This divine companionship empowers us to align with God’s will, transforming us into His image. The Spirit doesn’t just teach us what to do—it refines us into who we are meant to become.

Blessing: Becoming One with God Through the Spirit

Raising a family with the tutoring of the Holy Ghost does more than help us succeed in parenting—it sanctifies us. As we receive the Spirit, we are endowed with power, wisdom, and grace to face life’s challenges. In this journey, we come to understand God more intimately: His infinite patience, His boundless love, and His divine nature.

This transformation draws us closer to God and to each other as husband and wife. Through the Spirit, we are taught to raise children unto righteousness, becoming one as a couple in the process. Just as the Father and Son are one, so too are we invited to partake of the same fullness and glory, becoming joint-heirs with Christ.

The Holy Ghost is not merely a comforter; it is the divine tutor that shows us how to align our lives with God’s will. By receiving this gift and living by its teachings, we become more than we could ever be on our own.

Invitation: Receive the Manual, Embrace the Journey

Are you ready to turn to the ultimate manual for life and parenting—the gift of the Holy Ghost? This divine tutor is not simply a fleeting impression or an abstract idea; it is the very Mind of God, endowed to guide, teach, and sanctify you.

Through the Spirit, you can receive sudden strokes of inspiration, navigate the complexities of parenting, and grow into the divine image of Christ. You can raise your children unto righteousness while being transformed yourself, becoming holy as an individual and united as a couple.

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Conclusion

God has not left us comfortless. In His infinite love, He has given us the Holy Ghost—the ultimate manual and tutor, the Mind of God. With this divine gift, we are empowered to navigate life’s challenges, raise children in righteousness, and be sanctified in the process.

The Spirit is not only our tutor but our companion on the path to perfection, leading us to become one with God and with each other. Through this sacred gift, we are transformed—into disciples, into parents, and into heirs of God’s kingdom.

Will you turn to the manual that has always been within your reach?