5 Things the Bible Can Teach Us about Preparedness

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5 Things the Bible Can Teach Us about Preparedness
Robert Richardson Preparedness

While modern society likes to pretend we are somehow more advanced than previous generations, I believe we lack the knowledge, and many of the skills that helped past generations not only survive, but thrive.
What does the Bible say about Prepping?

The foundation of preparedness goes back to the beginning of time; its principles are found throughout the Bible, with numerous passages dedicated to preparedness, planning, and survival. For those that are Christian, many of these passages might sound familiar; for those that aren’t, there are still many truths that can be discovered by reading them.
Noah didn’t wait until it started raining to build the ark

Unfortunately, this is how most people live today, waiting until the last possible moment to prepare for what’s coming. On a small scale, this can be seen at your local grocery store every time a natural disaster warning is issued. Time after time, the unprepared masses descend on local supermarkets like locust, only to find the store has already been wiped clean by other unprepared people before them.

Genesis 6:21 (KJV)
And take thou unto thee of all food that is eaten, and thou shalt gather it to thee; and it shall be for food for thee, and for them.

The wise prepare, the fool goes blindly ahead to suffer the consequences

This concept of preparedness is nothing new; in fact, long before the word Prepper or survivalist became part of the modern lexicon, the Bible encouraged the wise man to study the dangers ahead, and then take precautions to protect themselves and their family from those threats.

Proverbs 27:12 (KJV)
A prudent man foreseeth the evil, and hideth himself; but the simple pass on, and are punished.

The Wise man takes food storage seriously

Even during short-term disasters, food supplies can be cutoff in an instant. If that happens, you’re going to have to live off the supplies you currently have on hand in your home for weeks, maybe longer. During a long-term disaster, your food supplies, and your ability to acquire and preserve new supplies are going to be determining factors in whether or not you make it through the crisis.

Proverbs 21:20
The wise store up choice food and olive oil, but fools gulp theirs down.

Be Strong, and Stand Strong in the Faith

We live in a time where being a man and standing strong are frowned upon. Day after day our young boys are being brainwashed into thinking being a man is something to be ashamed of.
Our girls are told they don’t need men. They are told manly behavior is old-fashioned and outdated; they are bombarded with propaganda like “toxic masculinity” and other buzzwords in the media designed to make you think being a man is somehow evil.
Even our military has been assaulted with the idea that there’s no difference between men and women, as physical training requirements are constantly cutback so women can be included in the Special Forces – something that will have disastrous consequences.
I believe this perversion in teaching is a dangerous precedent that sets everyone up for disaster. We need Strong Men who want to love and protect the women in our society; to teach otherwise does nothing to ensure our survival.

1 Corinthians 16:13
Be on the alert, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.

You need to be alert and don’t let society dull your senses

We have a huge problem in today’s society;. People have allowed modern culture turn them into walking zombies; blindly chasing immorality and worldly passions, while totally checking out of the real world. People have become so blinded by their lust and greed for worldly possessions that they have become blind to the very real dangers that are out there.
I’m often asked why I cover the news on a survival site. The reason we focus on current events and news is because we need to be alert.
We need to be awake and on guard to fight back against those that wish to destroy life and take our freedoms. We need to be prepared to protect our families and guide them through times of crisis. We need to stand watch!
We can’t blindly follow the zombies into the pits of hell; we must be alert, and ready for the very real evils that are out there.

1 Thessalonians 5:6
Therefore let us not sleep, as others do, but let us watch and be sober.

While I’m sure there are going to be a number of people who may not agree with the topic, I wanted to talk about it because when it comes to preparedness and survival, I think salvation is the most important survival topic we can talk about. In the end, if Christians are right, it’s the only way one can ensure their ultimate survival.

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[angie_nrs]

...........and it shall be food for thee, and for them........

Well, you can't share something if you don't have enough of something to share. I have to admit that I really haven't shared a whole lot, but most of the folks I know around here were (at least somewhat) prepared. It ain't over yet......so I might be sharing some things soon. But, with gas stations and grocery stores all sill open, there's still access to goods. I have shared things like TP and hand sanitizer with immediate family, while muttering to myself.....they should have known better. Hopefully they have learned a lesson.

........a prudent man forseeth the evil, and hideth himself, but the simple pass on, and are punnished.......

Hmmm....forseeth the evil. Interesting. I had an overwhelming sense of evil when HRC was running in 2016. I really started stocking up when BO was in office. I loathed (still do) that man. Thank the lord he ended that path of evil from completely destroying us. I'm now probably as ready as I can be of any future evil. I asked my kids this weekend if they had to read the Diaries of Anne Frank in high school. They said they read a different type of book (couldn't remember the name of it) for that era that was as disturbing. I said.....you shouldn't tell yourself nothing like that could ever happen......b/c it already has! Always keep that in mind.

.........the wise store up choice food and olive oil, but fools gulp theirs down........

I think the bible is trying to preach the importance of self discipline. Humans have become so gluttonous with money, fame, power, etc. Most of that gluttony is used up very quickly by those who have it, and then they come crashing down. I don't think the above passage just refers to food, although it is clearly obvious in average waist sizes as well. Having some comforts to look forward to in lean times can make a world of difference mentally.

......therefore let us not sleep, as others do, but let us watch and be sober......

For me, this means watching MSM and what others have to say with a grain of salt. I want to know what they are pushing, but I know better than to believe ANY of it. I am awake. I know evil exists and that it can overcome us if we let it. Critical eyes are essential to know when to use your resources. It also means to keep the faith and not give up on god or ignore what he is doing in the moment. Even when everything looks like it is bad, god has a unique way of putting things where they belong. Everything happens for a reason.........god's reason.