The Timing of the Work: Being Ready for When the People Arrive

There’s a certain electric anticipation that hangs in the air when you watch a grand narrative unfold. You feel the tension, the sense that everything is building toward a climax. When I watched the trailer for Season 2, I found myself thinking about that feeling—the feeling that the world is on the cusp of something monumental.

It got me thinking about the most monumental work of all: the gathering of Israel, and the continual expansion of the Gospel of Jesus Christ to all the corners of the earth. We often talk about "the work" as if it’s a future event—a grand, singular moment. But watching these stories reminds me that the work is not a performance scheduled for a specific date; it is a continuous, Spirit-filled process that happens in the messy, imperfect reality of our lives, right now.

The Great Question of Timing

The transcript excerpt touches on those deep, existential questions: “What if no one shows up? What if everyone shows up? I’m going to need time.” These are the questions that have troubled disciples throughout history. Are we waiting for a signal? Are we waiting for the world to be perfectly ready?

The truth, as we learn in missionary discussions and through our study of the scriptures, is that the Spirit doesn't wait for us to be perfect, and the Lord doesn't wait for the world to be perfect. The Lord waits for us to be *willing* to be disciples, no matter the location. This is the core of being an Internet missionary.

Being a Disciple, Anywhere, All the Time

I remember my first assignment back home after my time in the field. I felt a profound sense of loss—that intense, daily immersion into the mission life. I thought the "work" was something I had to *do* in a specific place. But the Brethren taught me that the work is fundamentally about *being* a disciple. It’s about carrying the Savior’s light, whether you’re in a church meeting, at work, or scrolling through social media.

If you’re feeling the pull of the missionary calling, or if you’re just trying to deepen your knowledge of the Plan of Salvation, let’s focus on skill-building. One of the most powerful things we can do as disciples is learn how to transition from a surface-level conversation to a thoughtful, scripture-supported discussion. This is where the gift of deep questioning comes in.

I highly recommend leveraging **Davee’s AI Investigator** role this week. Instead of just reciting answers, run through a scenario with Davee. Give him a hypothetical investigator question—something that feels hard or controversial—and practice walking through the answer using the principles taught in *Preach My Gospel*. Don't just give the answer; guide the investigator to the answer with the Spirit's help.

This isn't just preparation for a mission; it's preparation for life. It's learning how to teach the Gospel with humility and confidence.

Don't Let the Spirit's Timing Pass You By

The most important thing we can do is keep our hearts prepared. If you want to deepen your study of the Book of Mormon or the Plan of Salvation, I encourage you to dive into a **Book Club** or **Bible Study Group** within HolyPlaces. It’s a beautiful way to connect with other disciples and ensure that your learning is supported by community and the Spirit.

If you are looking for recommended reading to anchor your understanding of the Plan of Salvation, I suggest checking out the latest works by Iron Rod authors available in LivingBook. The study of the Atonement is always timely.

We are called to gather, and we are called to be ready. Keep the testimony of Jesus Christ burning bright today.

— Brother A.