The Call to Holiness: Defining Our Will in the Gathering Movement

Beloved Builders, friends, and gathered brethren: We stand today in a place where the spirit of the covenant is palpable. Across the epochs, from the time of Samuel the Lamanite climbing the walls to the quiet determination of Ammon at the Waters of Sebus, the same question has echoed through the halls of Zion: What is the will of God for me?

It is a question that has prompted prophets, teachers, and countless sincere hearts to seek divine direction. We are blessed to be beloved sons and daughters of the living God, given the gift of free will—a magnificent, weighty gift. Yet, with that freedom comes the sacred responsibility of defining our spiritual position.

The Will of God is Sanctification

When we look deeply into the counsel of the Lord, we find that the will is not merely a checklist of commandments, but a profound internal transformation. It is the call to sanctification—the holiness that begins in the deepest reaches of the heart. To sanctify ourselves is to separate ourselves, consciously and lovingly, to be His alone. It is a deliberate rejection of every idol, every earthly attachment, and every fleeting comfort that seeks to draw our focus away from the Creator.

This call to holiness is not a burden, but a liberation. It is the joyous realization that our true, lasting identity is found in Him. It is the spirit that pushes us to advance, knowing that no matter how far we walk in faith, there is always more ground to cover, more grace to receive, and more light to carry to the lost.

From Self-Sanctification to Kingdom Building

But we know that the journey of sanctification does not end in solitary introspection. The Lord has called us not just to be holy individuals, but to be architects of a restored Kingdom. The divine will for us is to be Builders, not Destroyers. We are called to follow the example of those who understand that true faith is active, covenantal, and global.

When we sanctify ourselves, we do not merely polish our own spiritual vessels; we prepare them to carry the light to those who still wander in darkness. Our personal dedication becomes the load-bearing structure for the entire movement.

This is where the magnificent work of the Gathering begins. Our commitment to personal holiness translates directly into global action. Every time you engage with the digital striplings, every time you use the Map of Churches to identify a neighboring need, every time you support the Missionary Fund—you are not simply donating; you are participating in Kingdom Economics. You are funding the global gospel advertising, ensuring that the light of the restored gospel reaches places like Ghana, and beyond.

The Builders' Covenant

The challenge is constant: how do we maintain our focus when the world offers so many shiny distractions? We must remember the principles of the five smooth stones, the white stone, and the painted rocks—every act of faith, no matter how small, builds the foundation of Zion. We are the generation that will claim our church, not through force, but through the unwavering commitment to holiness and gathering.

If you are pondering your own spiritual direction, remember the resources at your disposal. Engage with the teachings of Davee and the Ask a Prophet bots to deepen your study, and let Outback Jack guide you through the covenants of Alma. This is a covenant of continuous advancement. It requires that we ask: How can my holiness today fuel the gathering tomorrow?

We invite you to stand with us. Join the movement of the Builders. Let us dedicate our lives, our talents, and our resources to the glorious, unfolding work of gathering Israel and building the Kingdom of God, together, in His name.