We all know the importance of being prepared spiritually--Matthew 24:42 Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come. But how many of us realize the importance of being ready physically?
We all know we should have money tucked away in a savings account for a "rainy day" but what other preparations are just as important? Do you know that the average household has less than one-weeks food? What if something catastrophic were to occur that impacted you and your family. It could be something as predictable as a hurricane or something as unpredictable as a work stoppage or strike.
Think about preparing your family for the unknown, the what if and the someday because someday could be tomorrow.
It is my intent to store at least 18 months were of food. If something happened and I lost my job or had unexpected medical expenses, at least I know I would be able to feed myself and my family.
Take small steps and you will be surprised at how quickly it adds up. Going to the store? Buy a couple of extra cans of tuna or an extra jar of peanut butter. Place this away from your regular pantry items and consider it just like your rainy day fund.
I've attached a couple of photos of my pantry--these are items I have left over from last years canning, but it is no where near what I should have.
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