1. Satan has become a master at using the addictive power of pornography to limit individual capacity to be led by the Spirit. The onslaught of pornography in all of its vicious, corroding, destructive forms has caused great grief, suffering, heartache, and destroyed marriages.
To Acquire spiritual guidance- October Elder Scott
2. Participation in pornography in any of its lurid forms is a manifestation of unbridled selfishness. How can a man, particularly a priesthood bearer, not think of the emotional and spiritual damage caused to women, especially his wife, by such abhorrent activity?
To Acquire spiritual guidance- October 2009 Elder Scott
3. Parents, be aware that the addiction of pornography can begin with youth at a very early age. Take preventative action to avoid that tragedy. Stake Presidents and Bishops warn of this evil. Invite anyone you consider captured by it to come to you for help.
To Acquire spiritual guidance- October 2009 Elder Scott
4. Pornography, violence, intolerance, and ungodliness destroy families, marriages, and individual lives. These dangers are distributed through many media, including magazines, books, television, movies, and music, as well as the Internet. The Lord will help you to recognize and avoid those evils. It is the early recognition of danger and a clear course correction that will keep you in the light of the gospel. Minor decisions can lead to major consequences.
A Matter of a few degrees April 2008
5. There is a link between pornography and the low, sexual drives and perversions. We live in a culture which venerates the orgasm, streaking, trading wives, and similar crazes. How low can humans plunge! We pray with our Lord that we may be kept from being in the world. It is sad that decent people are thrown into a filthy area of mental and spiritual pollution. We call upon all of our people to do all in their power to offset this ugly revolution.
God will not be mocked- Oct 1974 President Kimball
6. It is ridiculous to imply that pornography has no effect. There is a definite relationship to crime. Murder, robbery, rape, prostitution, and commercialized vice are fed on this immorality. Sex statistics seem to reflect a relationship between crime and pornography.
God will not be mocked- Oct 1974 President Kimball
7. Every form of homosexuality is sin. Pornography is one of the approaches to that transgression. There is no halfway.
God will not be mocked- Oct 1974 President Kimball
8. One of the greatest protections against making bad choices is to not put on any mask of anonymity. If you ever find yourself wanting to do so, please know it is a serious sign of danger and one of the adversary’s tools to get you to do something you should not do.
Don’t’ wear masks Liahona March 2013
9. It is interesting that people who are involved with pornography often assume a false identity and hides their participation. They mask their conduct, which they know they know is reprehensible and destructive to everyone they care about. Pornography is a plague that is detrimental not only a person’s moral standing with God, but it can also destroy marriages and families and has an adverse impact on society.
Don’t wear Masks- Liahona March 2013
10. It is not always easy to recognize the warning signs that a child may be viewing pornography or involved in other compulsive sexual behaviors. It is wise to know some of the warning signs, but remember that there may be other reasons for your child’s behavioral changes that are unrelated to pornography use. The spirit can and will guide you as you prayerfully seek help.
Help and Support for Parents
To Acquire spiritual guidance- October Elder Scott
2. Participation in pornography in any of its lurid forms is a manifestation of unbridled selfishness. How can a man, particularly a priesthood bearer, not think of the emotional and spiritual damage caused to women, especially his wife, by such abhorrent activity?
To Acquire spiritual guidance- October 2009 Elder Scott
3. Parents, be aware that the addiction of pornography can begin with youth at a very early age. Take preventative action to avoid that tragedy. Stake Presidents and Bishops warn of this evil. Invite anyone you consider captured by it to come to you for help.
To Acquire spiritual guidance- October 2009 Elder Scott
4. Pornography, violence, intolerance, and ungodliness destroy families, marriages, and individual lives. These dangers are distributed through many media, including magazines, books, television, movies, and music, as well as the Internet. The Lord will help you to recognize and avoid those evils. It is the early recognition of danger and a clear course correction that will keep you in the light of the gospel. Minor decisions can lead to major consequences.
A Matter of a few degrees April 2008
5. There is a link between pornography and the low, sexual drives and perversions. We live in a culture which venerates the orgasm, streaking, trading wives, and similar crazes. How low can humans plunge! We pray with our Lord that we may be kept from being in the world. It is sad that decent people are thrown into a filthy area of mental and spiritual pollution. We call upon all of our people to do all in their power to offset this ugly revolution.
God will not be mocked- Oct 1974 President Kimball
6. It is ridiculous to imply that pornography has no effect. There is a definite relationship to crime. Murder, robbery, rape, prostitution, and commercialized vice are fed on this immorality. Sex statistics seem to reflect a relationship between crime and pornography.
God will not be mocked- Oct 1974 President Kimball
7. Every form of homosexuality is sin. Pornography is one of the approaches to that transgression. There is no halfway.
God will not be mocked- Oct 1974 President Kimball
8. One of the greatest protections against making bad choices is to not put on any mask of anonymity. If you ever find yourself wanting to do so, please know it is a serious sign of danger and one of the adversary’s tools to get you to do something you should not do.
Don’t’ wear masks Liahona March 2013
9. It is interesting that people who are involved with pornography often assume a false identity and hides their participation. They mask their conduct, which they know they know is reprehensible and destructive to everyone they care about. Pornography is a plague that is detrimental not only a person’s moral standing with God, but it can also destroy marriages and families and has an adverse impact on society.
Don’t wear Masks- Liahona March 2013
10. It is not always easy to recognize the warning signs that a child may be viewing pornography or involved in other compulsive sexual behaviors. It is wise to know some of the warning signs, but remember that there may be other reasons for your child’s behavioral changes that are unrelated to pornography use. The spirit can and will guide you as you prayerfully seek help.
Help and Support for Parents