Now we have a world where people are confused

I've been listening to C-SPAN this evening, and the most prevalent thought that comes from this is how very grateful I am for a living prophet on the earth today, who receives revelation for our day. I feel a greater excitement for General Conference, knowing that we will be instructed at the feet of men of God. Our government is full of talk, and that's about it. The last verse of the Primary song, "Follow the Prophet," comes to mind:

Now we have a world where people are confused.
If you don't believe it, go and watch the news.
We can get direction all along our way,
If we heed the prophets-follow what they say.

Safety comes only in hearing and following the words of the prophet--the words of God. Truth and assurance does not come from any mortal government. "So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." (Romans 10:17)

I know this is a short post. I just can't help thinking how grateful I am for living prophets and apostles. From them I learn truth. I know they will speak and act according to the will of God. When the country and its government, when the whole world is in confusion, peace and safety are to be found in the gospel of Jesus Christ. For this I am grateful.