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Lesson from Pearl Harbor – Be Ready!

Mary Marr — Thu, 08 Dec 2016 00:07:58 +0100

Today marks the 75th anniversary of the Japanese bombing of the U.S. Naval fleet in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii December 7, 1941. Not unlike today when we are aware we live in perilous times, people are scurrying around preparing for Christmas, just as they were on that day when 2400 or more U.S. citizens perished without notice. Even though we know years later those in harm’s way had not been notified in time, some were ready, with or without notice.

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Is Preparedness A Lack Of Faith?

Steve Marr — Mon, 30 Nov 2015 01:37:28 +0100

I was talking with “Molly” about the wisdom of being prepared for possible future disasters. During our conversation I stressed the importance of being ready spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and physically. Part of the being physically ready is having a full pantry of supplies, not just for your family but also surplus to share with others in the event of an emergency.

Molly preceded to read me the riot act on how I was not trusting God to take care of me, my...

Wildfire Smoke and Your Health

Steve Marr — Thu, 27 Aug 2015 21:13:10 +0100

As hundreds of wildfires burn throughout California, Oregon, Washington and Idaho smoke is creating poor health conditions for many. We can take a few steps to minimize our health risk.

Smoke from the Chiwaukum Creek Fire hangs over the town of Leavenworth ...

Volunteering Before A Crisis

Steve Marr — Sat, 22 Aug 2015 18:56:35 +0100

Most people focus on personal, or family preparation to be ready in the event of an emergency. The Christian Emergency Network encourages advance preparation not just for yourself, but to help others. One step you should consider is volunteering in advance of an emergency to build a good networking group and learn key skills.

For example, if you volunteer as a firefighter you will learn how to keep firers under control, learn basic first aid and build relationships with oth...

Grill As Backup Cooking

Steve Marr — Fri, 21 Aug 2015 18:27:53 +0100

When the power goes out, many will loose the ability to cook, many have electric ovens, even if they have a gas cook top. A barbecue grill can help get you through a power outage, besides, if your refrigerator and freezer go out, might as well cook up your meat.

Summer Grilling Recipes you have to try