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“For years we have been counseled to have on hand a year's supply of food. Yet there are some today who will not start storing until the Church comes out with a detailed monthly home storage program. Now suppose that never happens. We still cannot say we have not been told. Should the Lord decide…” quote by Ezra Taft Benson
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“For years we have been counseled to have on hand a year's supply of food. Yet there are some today who will not start storing until the Church comes out with a detailed monthly home storage program. Now suppose that never happens. We still cannot say we have not been told. Should the Lord decide at this time to cleanse the Church- and the need for that cleansing seems to be increasing- a famine in this land of one year's duration could wipe out a large percentage of slothful members, including some ward and stake officers. Yet we cannot say we have not been warned.”

Ezra Taft Benson

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The speaker warns that reliance on future guidance for emergency preparedness may lead to disaster if not acted upon now.

In simple terms: Don't wait for official plans; prepare now.

Key Takeaway

Act immediately to store supplies.

Themes

preparedness faith responsibility

Mood

cautious urgent

Type

advisory prophetic

When to use this quote

  • family emergency
  • community disaster planning
  • personal safety

Key Concepts

prophecy self‑reliance

Questions to Reflect On

  • Are you prepared for unexpected crises?
  • How does faith influence practical preparedness?
A Different Perspective

If guidance is delayed, panic may spread.

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