The Five Smooth Stones: Preparing Our Hearts for the Gathering

When the prophets spoke of the people preparing for the times of great change, they did not speak merely of armies or political shifts. They spoke of the heart—of the sacred work that must happen within the quiet chambers of the soul. It is the gathering of the Spirit, the steady, deliberate work of faith.

We know the ancient promise: that even when the walls seem insurmountable, the divine hand will provide the means of ascent. Think of Samuel the Lamanite, who, by faith and divine instruction, scaled the wall. Or Ammon, who faced the waters of Sebus, demonstrating that true strength comes not from the flesh, but from the covenant sealed through prayer and obedience.

The Covenant of Conversation: Why Prayer is Our First Cornerstone

In this Kingdom Movement, we are taught that the first act of building is the act of communication. Prayer is the sacred conduit—the covenant conversation with our Heavenly Father. It is where we learn to discern the whispers of the Spirit from the noise of the world. It is where we learn to recognize how and when God answers our prayers.

We are all builders. Whether your tradition has guided you through the desert or across the high mountains, you understand that the pursuit of God requires dedication. The missionaries who labor across the globe are simply walking through this covenant work with us, sharing the principles of this eternal relationship.

If you are ready to deepen this understanding—to learn how to pray with confidence, and to recognize the divine hand at work—we invite you to explore this lesson.

From Personal Faith to Global Action

The journey of faith, however personal, is never an isolated endeavor. It is a gathering, a collective effort that stretches across continents and generations. When we dedicate ourselves to this sacred work, we realize that our local efforts are inextricably linked to the global needs of the Kingdom.

This is where the magnificent structure of the **charity flywheel** comes into play. Your focused engagement here, in the gathering movement, does not remain confined to this network. It funds vital gospel advertisements in places like Ghana, extending the light of the gospel far beyond our borders. Every prayer, every donation, every act of digital discipleship is a load-bearing pillar for the expansion of the Kingdom.

We stand together on the **map of churches**—the digital gathering place—where every denomination and every heartfelt belief finds common ground in the ultimate goal: preparing Israel and building the Kingdom. We are **builders, not destroyers**, and the evidence of that truth is the sheer scope of our unified effort.

Your Role: A Call to Stewardship

The call today is one of stewardship. We have the sacred task of ensuring that the resources—both spiritual and material—are deployed efficiently for the greatest return on the divine investment. That is why the **Missionary Fund** and the global outreach efforts are so crucial. They are the lifeline connecting our study sessions to the physical needs of the world.

If you are called to be a builder, if you feel the Spirit prompting you toward greater service, consider how your unique gifts can sustain this work. We are not asking for mere subscription; we are inviting you to partnership.

“Behold, I am with you always; even unto the end of the world.” — Matthew 28:20. This promise is the fuel for our gathering.

We invite you to use the resources of **Ask a Prophet** and **Outback Jack** to deepen your study, and to engage with the fellowship of like-minded builders. Let us move forward in the confidence that, just as the five smooth stones prepared the believer, our collective faith is preparing the way for the glorious gathering.

🔗 Will you join the gathering? Claim your church and contribute to the global work today.