The document discusses the first four of the Ten Commandments given by God to Moses and the Israelites. It outlines the commandments to have no other gods, not make idols, not take God's name in vain, and to keep the Sabbath day holy. It then defines the concept of family as a fundamental social group typically made up of parents and children that share long term commitments and reside together. The church teaches that children owe their parents respect, gratitude, obedience and assistance, while parents should provide for their children's physical, emotional, spiritual and educational needs.