Almost weekly it seems, we learn of a new disaster occurring somewhere in the world. But disasters can also happen privately within the walls of our homes. Calamities such as the loss of a job, an overwhelming debt, a serious injury, a home mortgage we can no longer afford to pay, and so forth. We believe in being as prepared as possible for such challenges. For example, we are advised to have an adequate supply of food, drinking water and financial reserves. source: mormon.org
In addition to being prepared physically, we should also be prepared spiritually. There have been a number of natural disasters lately and a lot of people have been thinking about how they can be prepared. "What we will need in our day of testing is a spiritual preparation. It is to have developed faith in Jesus Christ so powerful that we can pass the test of life upon which everything for us in eternity depends."
"The great test of life is to see whether we will hearken to and obey God’s commands in the midst of the storms of life. It is not to endure storms, but to choose the right while they rage. And the tragedy of life is to fail in that test and so fail to qualify to return in glory to our heavenly home." (October 2005 General Conference) -Henry B. Eyering
How can I be prepared?
- Develop Faith in Jesus Christ
- Grow closer to Heavenly Father through prayer
- Have Charity and serve others
- Study God's word
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