She posits that many parents operate under a false sense of security. They assume that because their children attend church or live in a "Christian" nation, they are safe. Chapter 6 dismantles this illusion, stating clearly that
White begins by stressing that marriage is a "great decision" because it influences a person's life both in this world and the world to come. A hasty or unwise marriage can ruin a young person's potential for service and turn life into a "burden" or "curse" ( The Adventist Home, Chap. 6 ). She warns that many enter the relationship based on emotion alone, neglecting the serious reflection required for such a permanent bond. adventist home chapter 6