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At the 181st General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints this weekend, President Thomas Monson advised the young men of the congregation to get married, as there were many eligible young women who were ready to do so but had limited opportunities because the men were putting marriage off.
The Mormon church's website reports on Monson's talk,
Now, I have thought a lot lately about you young men who are of an age to marry but who have not yet felt to do so," he said. "I see lovely young ladies who desire to be married and to raise families, and yet their opportunities are limited because so many young men are postponing marriage."
He said this is not a new situation and shared counsel from past presidents of the Church on the matter.
"I realize there are many reasons why you may be hesitating to take that step of getting married," he said. "If you are concerned about providing financially for a wife and family, may I assure you that there is no shame in a couple having to scrimp and save. It is generally during these challenging times that you will grow closer together as you learn to sacrifice and to make difficult decisions. Perhaps you are afraid of making the wrong choice. To this I say that you need to exercise faith. Find someone with whom you can be compatible. Realize that you will not be able to anticipate every challenge which may arise, but be assured that almost anything can be worked out if you are resourceful and if you are committed to making your marriage work."
Some may be having a little too much fun taking extravagant vacations, buying expensive cars and toys and enjoying a carefree life with friends, he suggested. "I've encountered groups of you running around together, and I admit that I've wondered why you aren't out with fine young ladies."
Sources: http://www.goddiscussion.com

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