Food for thought

Just thought I would share some of the quotes and things that I used in my lesson on Sunday.

J. Reuben Clark, “My dear brothers and sisters, the greatest test for any generation is how it responds to the voice of the prophets. Our prophets have admonished us to increase personal righteousness, live within our means and get out of debt, and gather food and supplies for one year. This straightforward counsel has not been followed by all of you. Some have believed and complied; others have waited until they could be sure the storm clouds were really gathering; and still others have rejected the counsel.”

“Our prophets have warned and re-warned that each family should maintain a minimum one-year supply of food. In addition, the gospel of Jesus Christ teaches independence, industry, and thrift. Latter-day Saints have been counseled to be prepared to care for themselves and their families in times of need. In times of plenty we should prepare for times of scarcity.” -James B. Holm, New Era, 1984

“Can you think how the highways could be made desolate? When fuel and power are limited, when there is none to use, when men will walk instead of ride? Have you ever thought of that? Have you read the papers? Are you acquainted with hatreds in the world? What guarantee do you have for permanent peace? “… and ye shall be delivered into the hand of the enemy”. (Leviticus 26:25) Are there enemies who could and would afflict us? Have you thought of that? …The Lord uses weather sometimes to discipline his people for the violation of his laws. We deal with many things which are thought to be not so spiritual; but all things are spiritual with the Lord and He expects us to listen, and to obey, and to follow the commandments.” -Spencer W. Kimball April Conference 1977

Brigham Young “The time will come that gold will hold no comparison in value to a bushel of wheat.”

TIPS FOR FAMILY PREPAREDNESS

1. Have a family food storage program/plan, understand its goals and time frame. Hold FHE or family council to talk about it.

2. Be willing to try new foods from food storage. Try using wheat, powdered milk, or other food storage ingredients in new recipes.

3. Start a family garden. Involve children, husband, etc in planning and caring of the garden. The cost of healthy, fresh food is going up. It may come to a time when we can't afford to feed our family whole foods. We might have to grow it on our own.

4. Learn how to comparison shop. Buy what’s on sale. Often you can preserve, can, or dehydrate the fruits/veg that are on sale, buy in bulk.

6. Realize that you may use your food storage at times other than emergency. Illness, injury, out of work, etc.