The Topic of Preparedness in the Ensign

For those looking for some direction to set your house in order and what the prophets are saying about this topic here are four interesting articles that span the past 10 years that have been published in the LDS church monthly magazine the Ensign. (this link will take you to the Church's Ensign website pages which include all articles, photos, and illustrations from issues January 2001 and later.)

Random Sampler, First Presidency, Ensign 2009
Lay Up In Store, Bishop Keith McMullin Second Counselor in the Presiding Bishopric, Ensign 2007
To the Boys and Men, Gordon Hinckley President, Ensign 1998
To the Men of the Priesthood, Gordon Hinckley President, Ensign 2002

The last two articles were directed to the men and boys of the church when they were given but the message also applies to the sisters. Additionally, they are great resources if your spouse is interested in getting more involved in food storage and preparedness.

Words of the Prophets

This is a wonderful and inspiring talk given in the 1980 General Conference by President Ezra Taft Benson. If you are in need of a little motivation to get out and do some work here is a great place to start:

Preparing for the Days of Tribulations

It amazes me how words spoken 30 years ago still hold true and just as needed today. The prophets truly are inspired to lead the saints.