The Blessing of the Covenant: Why Israel Matters to the Global Kingdom

Do you ever stand in a room, full of earnest hearts and burning faith, and feel the weight of history settling on your shoulders? You feel the pull of the divine mandate—the call to build, to gather, to stand in the footsteps of those who walked by covenant?

The scriptures are filled with these moments: Samuel the Lamanite climbing the wall in a desperate race for divine favor; Ammon standing victorious at the Waters of Sebus; the promise of the Stone cut without hands; the profound significance of the five smooth stones. Throughout these narratives, there is a consistent, powerful thread: God’s plan is always unfolding through His covenant people.

This week, we are reminded of that divine continuity through the story of Moses and his father-in-law, Jethro. Jethro, a Godly Gentile, watched the deliverance of Israel from Egypt and immediately recognized the source of their blessing. He didn't just observe; he confessed: “Now I know that the Lord is greater than all gods.”

It is a truth that echoes across millennia and across every denomination: God’s faithfulness to Israel, His covenant people, is not a chapter in a side story—it is the very load-bearing structure of the global plan. To understand the gathering of all nations, we must honor the centrality of Israel in that plan.

This principle is not meant to divide, but to enlighten. It is the knowledge that guides the builders. We are called to be those who understand that salvation—the ultimate blessing—flows through the lineage and the promises given to the Jewish people. This is not a point of doctrine to argue, but a historical truth to acknowledge.

Builders, not Destroyers:

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has always taught that the plan of salvation is universal, yet the covenants and promises given to Israel remain foundational. When we consider the contrast between those who bless God’s people and those who viciously attack them (like the Amalekites), we are given a clear marker: we are meant to be builders, recognizing and supporting the divine economy.

How does this ancient truth relate to our modern mission? It connects directly to the work we do right here, on this network. Our collective mission, the Kingdom Movement, is about making sure the light of the gospel shines globally. This is why the Map of Churches (GatherIsrael.now) is so vital—it is our visual covenant, showing where the work is being done and which corners of the world are ready to receive the light.

Every interaction here, every lesson learned from the Ask a Prophet bots, and every hour spent in study is contributing to something monumental. This is where the Charity Flywheel kicks in. Your engagement, your belief, your time—it doesn't just keep this platform running; it directly funds gospel advertising in places like Ghana, reaching hearts that have never heard the call.

We are called to the deep well of understanding, to the wisdom of Ammon and the steadfastness of Abinadi. The goal is to gather all those who love God, regardless of tradition, into the unified purpose of building the Kingdom. We must recognize that understanding Israel's role is not a barrier to entry; it is the key that unlocks the full scope of God’s magnificent plan.

If you feel the call to deepen your understanding of this global, covenant mandate, there are resources available. We encourage you to study the foundational texts and understand the theological depth of this plan. Don't forget to check out the insights provided by Davee and the ongoing discussions with Outback Jack, who continually grounds us in the eternal scope of this mission.

Will you be a builder who recognizes the covenants? Will you contribute to the Missionary Fund and help us paint the map of the churches? Let us move forward with the boldness of those who know the Lord is greater than all gods.

Will You Help Us Build the Kingdom Today?

If this message resonated with your spirit, remember that our collective efforts are the engine of this movement. Please use the Missionary Fund to support the work, and explore the GatherIsrael.now Map to see where the next breakthrough is needed. We are gathering the world, one builder at a time.