Learning Security From Scriptures

In this time of plandemics pandemics, civil unrest or so called “peaceful” protests, financial and food supply uncertainty, many people are considering their security and defense. I love the scriptures. I have learned many things from these inspired words and I read them every day. One of my favorite set of scriptures is the Book of Mormon. And if you want to learn defense then you can’t get any better than Captain Moroni. There are many strategies we can glean from his leadership. First and foremost we should live our lives as he did, in righteousness. If we live as one who is worthy of one who has the Spirit, we can be lead and inspired. One of Moroni’s strategies was equipping his troops with shields and armor. This was a new idea at the time obviously because the Lamanites don't do it until they follow the Nephites example. We too can “fortify” ourselves. I’m not suggesting body armor. Although I knew a guy who ran a courier service who went into some rough areas delivering or picking up money. He wore body armor. So there may be a situation where you may want this. But generally speaking, we must fortify other parts of our lives. To fortify your mind working on situational awareness and reading people would be a great way to avoid a problem before it is a problem. Fortifying our homes also makes us a hard target. Concentrate on your doors and windows, the most vulnerable part of our homes. Simple things like replacing the short 1inch screws with 3 inch ones that go beyond the thin door frame makes a difference. Cameras and alarms can help to harden your home as a target. Moroni also was flexible and changed as the enemy changed their tactics. We must do the same. Stay up on the latest home and personal defense tools, gear, and tactics. Change when you need to. Ensure your practice is realistic. How often will you be attacked when you’re standing at low ready in a weaver stance concentrating on your grip? Shooting from behind cover or concealment might be more realistic. Also I’ve seen people who consistently practice shooting a handgun at 20 or more yards. I’m not sure that will ever be realistic for defense. Defense is usually up close and personal. 15 yards is the maximum in my training and most practice is at 3 to 8 yards. But you must decide for yourself. Moroni also put up towers. No I’m not suggesting look-out towers at the end of your driveway, but making sure windows are not impaired from sight by shrubs or bushes. Planting bushes strategically is probably not at the top of most of our gardening lists. But being able to see and also not providing concealment to burglars or other malcontents is something that should be considered when planting and pruning vegetation. Also, there is nothing wrong with creating a “funnel” for people and vehicles with vegetation, obstacles (ie. Bird baths, statues, etc.), and fencing. Funnel people and vehicles where you want them to go when they enter your property. I know, thinking tactically is not always neighborhood friendly, but with the right items and planning, no one will be the wiser. You can create “fields of fire” or a “killing zone” without even the home owners association or your neighbors knowing. Now your killing zone doesn’t have to involve actual killing, but maybe a “photographic zone”. A place where you can have clear video or pictures and view, of all those approaching your home. Things as simple as flower beds and sprinklers, can direct traffic to your desired direction. Moroni never attacked the enemy in their strongholds. Don’t go where the bad guys are! That doesn’t mean you can’t leave your “castle” and live your life, it means to avoid the places you know ne’er-do-wells hang out. I mean if you happen to live in a bad neighborhood you obviously have to go near the bad element. In that case you have to operate differently. But if you live in a decent place, with regular citizens, then stay away from the “east LA’s” or the “south Detroits”. I know that often crime finds us, but don’t get caught looking for it! Again I emphasize Moroni living an exemplary life so that he was privy to the Spirit in his life. This too we must practice. But often bad things happen to good people so the good people must be prepared. Learning security from a good source is vital to your preparedness. There are a lot of crazy ideas out there. The scriptures are a great source of truth that enrich and lead our lives in positive and meaningful ways. Semper Paratus Check 6 Burn