Difficult time Quote by Ezra Taft Benson
““Too often we bask in our comfortable complacency and rationalize that the ravages of war, economic disaster, famine, and earthquake cannot happen here. Those who believe this are either not acquainted with the revelations of the Lord, or they do not believe them. Those who smugly think these calamities will not happen, that they somehow will be set aside because of the righteousness of the Saints, are deceived and will rue the day they harbored such a delusion. The Lord has warned and forewarned us against a day of great tribulation and given us counsel, through His servants, on how we can be prepared for these difficult times. Have we heeded His counsel? [Ensign, Nov. 1980, 34]””
About This Quote
Source Ensign Magazine, November 1980, article “Preparing for Tribulation”
Complacency blinds people to looming crises; spiritual vigilance and preparation are essential.
In simple terms: Complacency leads to unpreparedness for disaster.
Key Takeaway
Stay spiritually alert and prepared.
Themes
faith
complacency
prophecy
preparation
tribulation
Mood
serious
urgent
Type
inspirational
prophetic
When to use this quote
- personal study
- community prayer
- disaster planning
- political awareness
Key Concepts
apocalypse
spiritual readiness
prophetic warning
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take now to prepare?
- How do you balance hope with warning?
A Different Perspective
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