We need to take control of our power. We need to stop depending upon the government to save us. No one is coming to save us. No one. God is the only one that saves. God has trusted us with gifts and talents and skills and expertise that we have an obligation to maximize and share with others. Especially in times of need. We have an obligation to invest in our mind body and spirit. We have an obligation to have a Resilient mindset, a strong body, and an unshakable spiritual life so that when crisis hits we are able to not only weather the storm, but also thrive in the storm and help others in need. This is a huge opportunity to demonstrate our love of God and our love for our neighbors. Believers should, of all people, be prepared to help others in need.
The first step is to get control of our thinking. We need to come to grips with the reality of what we are likely going to face. And, the realization that what you think “can’t happen” quite possibly can helps you understand that you should probably do more than you might otherwise do to get prepared. The next change in mindset is a decision to take full ownership of and responsibility for your life and our loved ones. The realization that no one is coming to save you is important because it wakes you up. In other words, you have to drop the victim mentality and start thinking victoriously. There is no room to blame somebody else for what you did or didn’t do to get ready; this causes a sense of agency. This leads to the next change in mindset that causes you to accept that you need to take action. When you get to this spot it can make you feel anxious and overwhelmed because you will feel so far behind. That’s ok. But it will be important that you start taking action and moving in the right direction.