Their riches become slippery unto them...

In the book of Helaman (in the Book of Mormon) a prophet named Samuel preaches from the top of a wall. His words are especially relevant today. One of the themes of the thirteenth chapter of Helaman is that, unless the people repent, their riches would become slippery unto them. I recently read this chapter, and was impressed with the connection I saw to today's world. The chapter says that when men hid up their treasures but not unto God, the treasures would become slippery unto them. It explains that phrase, saying that after they had hid the treasure, they would not be able to find it or obtain it again.

This is a sensitive subject, and I approach it cautiously, with no intent to accuse. Our investments, 401(k)s, savings, have become slippery unto us. As I understand, the Dow closed below 7000 for the first time in 11 years. I saw a popular talk show host suggest that the solution to our economic crisis would not come from bailouts or anything else; it would come from the people of America becoming a virtuous and God-fearing people again. There are multiple quotations from our nation's founding fathers, stating that the government that they set up would only work to govern a religious, virtuous people. I do not believe it wise to ignore the role that God plays in the destiny of this nation, especially in a time of such turmoil.

I believe that regardless of our several political and economic philosophies, we can overcome if we will have faith in God and do His will.