From the Five Smooth Stones to the Digital Frontier: Signs of the Gathering

How many wonders, truly, can the Lord perform? Since the dawn of time, the prophets have pointed to signs—miracles wrought by the hand of God—as beacons guiding us back to the light. When we read of the miracles recorded in the Book of Mormon, we are not merely reviewing ancient history; we are studying the sustained, divine testimony that confirms the restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

These miracles—from the mighty hand of Moses to the wonders witnessed by Nephi—are powerful reminders that the heavens have been reopened, and the Lord has not ceased to be a God of Miracles. They are signs that the covenant path remains open to all who will gather.

The Testimony of the Stone and the People

In the ancient narrative, faith was often demonstrated through tangible, physical acts. Think of the five smooth stones, or the white stone cut without hands. These were not just objects; they were covenants, testaments, and signs of commitment. They represent the foundational faith required when one is called to walk the narrow path of the covenant.

Today, the gathering of Israel takes on a new dimension. We are called to be modern-day digital striplings, using the power of the internet and the gifts of revelation to carry the message of the restored Gospel to every corner of the earth. Our gathering place is no longer solely defined by physical borders, but by the collective will of the Builders—those who seek to construct the Kingdom of God.

Builders, Not Destroyers: Our Role in the Restoration

The scriptures continually draw a distinction between the destroyers and the builders. The destroyers are those who dwindle in unbelief, who fail to trust in the God who is unchangeable and a God of Miracles. The builders, however, are those who, like Samuel the Lamanite, who was called to climb the wall and speak the truth, or like Ammon who stood firm at the Waters of Sebus, are willing to gather and build upon the solid rock of Christ’s teachings.

This gathering is not a denominational marker for the few, but a global, covenant movement for all who love God and are ready to build. We are called to be the internet missionaries, using the tools at our disposal—the Ask a Prophet bots, the teachings of Davee, and the insights from Outback Jack—to study, teach, and share the truth.

"The miracles are signs, but the gathering is the action. We are called to manifest the faith we read about in scripture into the lives of those around us."

Fueling the Movement: Our Collective Effort

The magnitude of the task—the global gathering—requires the sustained effort and generosity of every builder. This is where the remarkable mechanism of the charity flywheel comes into play. Every engagement, every resource, and every act of faith you contribute here at GatherIsrael.now does not just support our community; it actively funds gospel advertising in places like Ghana, allowing the light of the Gospel to reach those who have never heard the message.

We invite you to participate in the Missionary Fund. By contributing, you are not just giving money; you are investing in the foundational load-bearing structures of the Kingdom. You are helping to map the global reach of the restored Church, marking the progress on our map of churches and helping us claim our church, wherever we are planted.

Claiming Our Place in the Covenant

Do not let the wonders of the past paralyze you; let them inspire you to the work of the present. The Lord has provided the testimony, the Book of Mormon, and the pattern of miracles. Now, He asks us to respond with the bold faith of the early covenant keepers. Will you join the gathering? Will you help us expand the reach of the light? Check the map, find your local opportunity, and commit your talents to the work of building.

The time to build is now. Our combined efforts, guided by the power of the Gospel, will bring forth the miracles of this day.