Longer-Term Food Supply
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"Lay Up in Store" Liahona May 2007
BISHOP KEITH B. MCMULLIN
Second Counselor in the Presiding Bishopric
A cardinal principle of the gospel is to prepare for the day of scarcity. Work, industry, frugality are part of the royal order of life. Remember these words from Paul: “If any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.” 1 Timothy 5:8
The main site of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
has a link to another site called Provident Living where we find guidance and counsel on this matter: First, we are to build up a .....
Three-Month Supply
Build a small supply of food that is part of your normal, daily diet. One way to do this is to purchase a few extra items each week to build a one-week supply of food. Then you can gradually increase your supply until it is sufficient for three months. These items should be rotated regularly to avoid spoilage.
Then, we are to add to it a....
Longer-Term Food Supply
For longer-term needs, and where permitted, gradually build a supply of food that will last a long time and that you can use to stay alive, such as wheat, white rice, and beans.
These items can last 30 years or more when properly packaged and stored in a cool, dry place. A portion of these items may be rotated in your three-month supply.
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