Nov. 13, 2008 - Don't Be Afraid, Be Prepared!!!
What I have noticed the last few months and especially over the last week is a spirit of fear amongst people. People are very frightended over the economic crisis(depression) the United states is currently experiencing. I understand the concern as some of my dear friend's have been affected by lay-offs, lowered wages and reduction in hours. These are scary times but God has not called us to a spirit of fear. The last couple of years some of the most conservative economists have warned these things would happen and until recently most people didn't believe it. Now that these things are very evident and we see them happen, here our just a few things we can do to prepare ourselves to get through these times if you are still in a position to prepare!!
1.Remember to thank God daily for every provision and realize everything comes from him.
2. Continue to faithfully give to the Lord.
3. Save money. Pinch those pennies to save for the inevitible.
4. Pay down the debt you currently have.
5. Stay out of the stock market for the time being until there is some stability in the market.
6. Store food items that are easily stored, which is a good tip for any crisis.
7. Teach the children to be content with less and how cutting back will benefit your family.
8. Be mindful of those who are currently struggling and offer any help they may need!!!
Again these are not normal times and I believe the election last week secured us a very serious financial crisis(Depression), If he sticks to the policy he promised in his campaigning. Remember the new Deal and the trend currently taking place which is repeating these government interventions. It's not fear mongering but rather a warning to take these things seriously. No one regrets being over prepared but they do regret being under prepared!!
Comments
Nov. 15, 2008 - Untitled Comment
Posted by Mureiko
Patticake,
Thank you for reminding us all that the Lord has not given us a spirit of fear! I have been feeling the same way lately. In some ways, I almost feel that we as Christians can look forward to this special time. The Lord is going to do a mighty work among His people right now. Struggling, I am finding, is always a good thing with God. I am praying that I will have the grace and guts to embrace this time and grow as much as I can!
Jan. 9, 2009 - Untitled Comment
Posted by kimalita
Wondering how you are all doing.......hope all is well.
