Dealing with extreme weather now

The Bible’s advice can help you before, during, and after extreme weather.

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  Before: Prepare to act promptly.

  What the Bible says: “The shrewd one sees the danger and conceals himself, but the inexperienced keep right on going and suffer the consequences.”—Proverbs 22:3.

  Meaning: Anticipate potential dangers so that you can act quickly and protect your family.

  Experience: “On the day we escaped the wildfire, we were prepared. We had our emergency go bags. We had our medications. We had our clothes. People were panicking all around us, not able to think clearly. But we had everything we needed, and for that I am so grateful!”—Tamara, California, U.S.A.

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  During: Focus on what matters most.

  What the Bible says: “Even when a person has an abundance, his life does not result from the things he possesses.”—Luke 12:15.

  Meaning: Life is more important than possessions.

  Experience: “When Typhoon Lawinb destroyed our home, I could not think clearly about what I should do. But one thing I did was I prayed sincerely to Jehovah God. I realized that it was just material things that we lost and not our lives.”—Leslie, Philippines.

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  After: Take one day at a time.

  What the Bible says: “Never be anxious about the next day, for the next day will have its own anxieties.”—Matthew 6:34.

  Meaning: Do not be overly worried about future problems.

  Experience: “After Hurricane Irma left my home flooded, there were more decisions to make than ever and I was stressed to the max. I tried to follow the Bible’s advice to take one day at a time. I found that with Jehovah’s help, I can cope with much more than I ever imagined.”—Sally, Florida, U.S.A.

For more practical tips, see the article “When Disaster Strikes—Steps That Can Save Lives.”