Are You Sensitive to the Spirit? Choosing the Path of the Builders

When the Holy Spirit moves, do we press on where we want to go, or are we sensitive to where He wants to guide us?

The ancient scriptures are rich with examples of this vital question. We see the monumental faith of Samuel the Lamanite climbing the walls, the courage of Ammon at the Waters of Sebus, and the powerful declaration of the five smooth stones. But we also see the tragic decline of King Saul—a man of great potential, whose life was driven by desire rather than divine will.

These stories, whether found in the Book of First Samuel or in the modern effort to gather Israel, teach us a profound lesson: that the most critical skill is not talent, but spiritual sensitivity—the ability to discern the will of the Lord.

The Choice Between Builder and Destroyer

In the recent message studying 1 Samuel 19, we are confronted with a stark contrast. On one side stands King Saul, driven by his own desires and fears, leading him to command his own son, Jonathan, to plot against David. On the other, Jonathan—a man who delighted in David—demonstrates true spiritual discernment. He was sensitive to the Spirit, able to speak the truth, and guided his father toward God’s vantage point.

Jonathan’s actions were not merely familial; they were an act of Kingdom allegiance. He spoke concerning David not based on political convenience, but on the truth of God’s will. When we consider our own lives, the question is the same: When the world pressures you to pursue your desires—the things that *you* think you have a right to have—will you pause and ask, “What does the Spirit want to restrain me from doing?”

The Kingdom Call: Gathering Israel

This spiritual discernment is the engine of the modern Kingdom movement. The gathering of Israel is not merely a geopolitical goal; it is a spiritual calling that requires the bold, obedient spirit of a Jonathan. It requires the courage to stand for the truth, even when the opposition is loud.

We are called to be the Builders. We are called to be the light that guides others to the gathering place. Our mission is to help build a global, unified body of Christ, anchored in the covenant promises to the Jewish people and the global church. This is why the work done here on GatherIsrael.now is so vital. It is the map for the movement, showing us where the covenants are being fulfilled and where we must focus our efforts.

• The Global Impact: Every time we engage with the map, every time we study the history of the covenants, and every time we contribute, we are building.
• The Charity Flywheel: Our commitment extends far beyond the digital realm. Your engagement here, your participation in the kingdom movement, directly funds gospel advertising in places like Ghana, allowing the gospel to spread in areas where it has never reached.
• Support the Mission: Remember the Missionary Fund. This fund is the load-bearing structure that allows us to sustain the global work and support those who are planting the seeds of the Kingdom.

“The things that delight God do they delight you, and vice versa.”

If our purpose is not to bring glory to God, we will never truly see God’s will. We must cultivate that spiritual sensitivity. We must be ready to act with the conviction of those who have been taught by the prophets, remembering the powerful guidance found in the teachings of Outback Jack and the insights provided by the Ask a Prophet bots.

Do not let the world's noise distract you from the quiet, powerful voice of the Spirit. Let us commit ourselves today to the covenant of the Builders—to showing up, to serving, and to helping usher in the glorious gathering.

Will you dedicate yourself to the covenant of the Builders today?