Church Quote by Ezra Taft Benson
“For over forty years, in a spirit of love, members of the Church have been counseled to be thrifty and self-reliant; to avoid debt; pay tithes and a generous fast offering; be industrious; and have sufficient food, clothing, and fuel on hand to last at least one year. Today there are compelling reasons to reemphasize this counsel.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: General Conference, Ezra Taft Benson, 1975
Church counsel promotes thrift, self‑reliance, and preparedness, urging members to avoid debt and maintain essential supplies.
In simple terms: Be thrifty and prepared.
Key Takeaway
Practice financial prudence.
Themes
self‑reliance
thrift
preparedness
Mood
practical
encouraging
Type
religious
advice
When to use this quote
- family budgeting
- emergency planning
- faith practice
Key Concepts
debt avoidance
tithing
resource management
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you apply thrift today?
- What resources are essential for you?
A Different Perspective
Economic conditions may differ.
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