u/TheShermBank

Among the teachings I've deconstructed over the years, many that stand out are those from my own TBM father's "wisdom". One that came to mind recently was how he often taught how starting and growing a family were top priorities. Whether I felt ready or not, it was all about rushing to enter marriage, then have a kid, then try to have another kid, etc. And he'd always muse "y'know, people will tell you that you need to make sure you're done with school and well established in your career before trying to have a child. But they're wrong! As long as you trust in the Lord, he will provide!"

Looking back on that time, it is easy to recognize that my needs were, in fact, provided for. Before leaving TSCC, I simply believed those were blessings from God for following a righteous path. But since leaving, I realize that all those "blessings" I received as a young father attending BYU-I were actually social safety nets that people like him often decry and vote against: Pell grants, section 8 housing, WIC, etc.

So, tell me again why I shouldn't trust in the arm of man?