Chapter 21: Principles of Temporal and Spiritual Welfare

Tina D. taught the lesson using Chapter #21 from the Ezra Taft Benson manual. 

"In 1936, as people all over the world struggled with the economic challenges of the Great Depression, the First Presidency introduced a new welfare program. This program, called the Church Security Plan, was established not to provide handouts for people in need but “to help the people to help themselves.”¹ As the First Presidency and other Church leaders established this program, they taught foundational principles of hard work, self-reliance, and service. They encouraged Church members to pay tithing and fast offerings, produce and store food, avoid unnecessary debt, and save money for future needs."

Teachings of Ezra Taft Benson

1

The Lord is anxious and willing to bless His people temporally and spiritually.

2

Through energetic, purposeful, unselfish work, we obtain life’s necessities and grow in godly attributes

3

When we produce and store food, we reap immediate benefits and prepare for future needs.

4

Peace and contentment come into our hearts when we save a portion of our earnings and avoid unnecessary debt.