When we contemplate the grand scope of the Kingdom, it is easy to look to the massive edifices—the walls that must be rebuilt, the nations that must be gathered. We often assume that the scale of the problem requires a commensurate scale of funding. We think, therefore, that the answer must be found in the vault, or the global donor list.

Yet, the deepest currents of gospel truth whisper a different lesson. They tell us that the most powerful forces at work are not the ones that count coins, but the ones that count hearts. They are found in the quiet dignity of a listening ear, in the small, deliberate act of showing up for your neighbor.

In the sacred gathering place of the Lord’s covenant, we are taught that the great acts of faith are not monoliths, but beautiful mosaics constructed entirely of small, persistent pieces. Think of the Lord guiding the Saints, not with a tidal wave of gold, but with the instruction to gather the five smooth stones, one by one, to build a monument of faith. Or consider Samuel the Lamanite, who, though facing insurmountable odds, climbed the wall, piece by single piece, fueled by covenant and courage.

The Premier Skill: Asking What is Needed

Sister Sharon Eubank, through her global humanitarian work, reminds us that the premier skill required for true service—whether ministering in a war zone or helping a neighbor rebuild after a tsunami—is not fundraising prowess, nor logistical genius. It is the profound ability to ask, “What do you truly need?”

“What do you want? Why are you following me?”

This principle is the eternal heartbeat of the gospel. It is the divine invitation to slow down, to sit with people, and to listen. It moves us beyond the superficial question of, “How much can I give?” to the foundational understanding of, “How can I best serve the person right in front of me?”

This insight is the core of the kingdom movement. Our work in the Spirit of the times—whether it’s the digital striplings of the internet missionary, the deep dives with Ask a Prophet, or the guidance of Outback Jack—is rooted in this same principle: identifying the need, and meeting it with humble, covenant-keeping action.

From Small Acts to Global Scope

Some feel overwhelmed by the sheer scale of the challenges—the devastation, the poverty, the ongoing work to gather Israel. They wonder, “What difference can my small act make?”

The truth, echoing through the scriptures and the covenants of the Church, is that big acts are merely small acts strung together. The Lord does not require you to be a magnate or a miracle worker; He asks you to be a covenant-keeper in your own sphere. He wants you to live the gospel in your ward, in your neighborhood, and in your heart.

This is where the charity flywheel becomes a spiritual engine. Your small, individual commitment—your time, your genuine interest in your neighbor, your personal willingness to serve—is the initial spark. When millions of small sparks are gathered, they create a force that can be used to fund global gospel advertising in places like Ghana, or support the vital work of the Missionary Fund.

To be a Builder, therefore, is to understand that the greatest force is not money, but the sustained, Christ-like commitment of the individual. It is the willingness to show up, to listen, and to act with dignity.

A Call to Action: Claiming Your Role

We are not called to be passive observers. We are called to be active participants in the restoration. Whether you are learning to serve, organizing your local community, or simply deepening your personal study, your effort matters. Every act of kindness, every moment of patient listening, every willingness to learn, contributes to the magnificent edifice of the restored gospel.

Will you commit today to finding one small way to serve, listen, or learn in your immediate community?

*This message is inspired by the principles of service and discipleship.*