As the world reflects on the 6th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, I am reminded that "We are living in the prophesied time “when peace shall be taken from the earth” (D&C 1:35), when “all things shall be in commotion” and “men’s hearts shall fail them” (D&C 88:91). There are many temporal causes of commotion, including wars and natural disasters, but an even greater cause of current “commotion” is spiritual.,,We are surrounded by challenges on all sides (see 2 Cor. 4:8–9)." (Oaks 2004.)
Thre is no question that we are living in perilous times. One of the concerns that I've had for a long time is the degree to which all those second coming of Christ prophecies may contribute to apathy or fatalism. If we believe that wars and horrible events in the last days are inevitable, do we become less likely to stand up to oppose them?
Albert Einstein said "You cannot simultaneously prevent and prepare for war." He also said "Peace cannot be kept by force. It can only be kept by understanding."
In what ways does being a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints influence your attitudes and actions toward the current military conflict this nation is embroiled in? If you were in charge of the world, what changes would you make?