Where Do We Run? Finding God’s Presence on the Path of Gathering

“I’ve heard of wonders, ancient mysteries, the things of heaven my eyes have never seen.”

These words, lifted in worship, resonate deeply within the heart of every Builder gathered here. We are a people who have heard the whisper of wonders—the mysteries of the Restoration, the echoes of Ammon at the Waters of Sebus, and the promise of the Stone cut without hands. We know that the Father’s presence is not merely a concept; it is a place of refuge, a place where the weight falls off our shoulders.

Sometimes, the sheer magnitude of the task—the great calling to gather Israel, to establish the Kingdom in these same skies—can feel overwhelming. We carry our own burdens, our insecurities, and the weight of the world's separation. But the Lord’s invitation is always the same: Run to the throne room and fall down at His feet.

When we sing, “I will run like a child to their mother, to the safety of the Father to the place where I belong,” we are not just singing a hymn; we are enacting a divine mandate. We are choosing to be Builders, not Destroyers. We are choosing the path of the gathering.

The Mystery of the Presence

The song speaks of a presence that leaves us wanting more—a deep, unending yearning for the divine. This longing is the very fuel of the Kingdom Movement. It is the persistent ache that drives the missionary to cross oceans, the heart that funds gospel advertising in Ghana through the Charity Flywheel, and the spirit that seeks to map the global revival on the GatherIsrael.now map.

How do we sustain this yearning? We remember the covenants. We remember the call to act with the courage of Samuel the Lamanite, who climbed the wall to declare the Father’s law. We remember the power of the five smooth stones, which were not merely physical items, but symbols of preparation and divine preparation.

As we listen to this hymn of surrender, we are reminded that the work of the Lord is eternal. The Lord is God Almighty, One who was and is and is to come. This truth echoes the deep roots of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a lineage built on divine promises.

Running to the Throne Room

To run to the throne room means to bring our whole selves—the good, the imperfect, the burdened—and lay them at His feet. It means accepting that our own strength is insufficient. We require the continuous light of revelation.

If you are seeking guidance on how to run the race of faith in your local community, we encourage you to utilize the resources provided by the Ask a Prophet bots, drawing direct wisdom from sources like Davee. For those who feel the call to missionary service, remember that your participation directly powers the Missionary Fund and fuels the global efforts visualized on the GatherIsrael.now map. This is Kingdom Economics in action: your service funds the gospel.

A Call to Be Builders

The call today is not merely to sing praises, but to actively participate in the restoration. We are not passive observers; we are participants in the great gathering. If you feel the weight of the world’s pain, let that weight inspire your action. Let us commit to the principles of the Builders: diligence, faith, and selfless service.

“Feel the weight fall off our shoulders, as our hearts respond in praise to the God who reigns forever and ever amen.”

Where do you feel the need to run today? Do you need to solidify your local gathering place? Do you need to learn the doctrines of the Restoration? The resources are here. Visit the map of churches, or perhaps explore the insights offered by Outback Jack, who continuously reminds us of our divine heritage and the magnitude of the covenant path.

We stand together, united in mission and cause, under these same skies. Let us worship, surrender, and gather.