“When will all these calamities strike? We do not know the
exact time, but it appears it may be in the
not-too-distant future.” “Let every head of every household
see to it that he has on hand enough food and clothing, and,
where possible fuel also, for at least a year ahead…Wood,
coal, gas, oil, kerosene, and even candles are among those
items which could be reserved as fuel for warmth, cooking,
and light or power. Those who are prepared now have the
continuing blessings of early obedience, and they are ready.
Noah built his ark before the flood came, and he and his
family survived. Those who waited to act until after the
flood began were too late. May we ever remember the Lord’s
promise, If ye are prepared ye shall not fear.”
“Prepare
Ye”,
Ezra
Taft Benson,
Ensign,
Jan 1974, 68
