6. Never Giving Up

After reading the words of President Ezra Taft Benson (1899–1994) in the talk "Prepare for the Days of Tribulation,"3 Lynelle Swensen of Fountain Green, Utah, USA, felt the desire to plant a garden. Although she and her husband had little experience, they began cultivating a small garden plot. However, after several years with little success, Lynelle became discouraged.

As she prayed to Heavenly Father for guidance, Lynelle was filled with peace and a desire to keep trying. After a few more tries—and a few more failures—the Swensen family finally experienced an abundant harvest—so much that they were able to share with friends, family, and neighbors.

"We are so thankful for the loving guidance of our Heavenly Father that helped us endure the years when we nearly gave up," Lynelle says. "We feel blessed that we have been able to follow the counsel of the prophets and prepare for the days ahead."