As a covenant keeper, you are part of the house of Israel. You have been gathered, and you are a gatherer. The centuries-long epic story that began with a covenant between God and Abraham is building to its climax, and you are a key player. Now is the time when “Jesus will say to all Israel, ‘Come home.’” This is the message of the gatherers: Come home to the covenant. Come home to Zion. Come home to Jesus Christ, the Holy One of Israel, and He will bring you home to God, your Father. Thoughts to Keep in Mind: “Jesus Will Say to All Israel, ‘Come Home’” https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-individuals-and-families-old-testament-2022/29-thoughts?id=p17-p18&lang=eng#p17
My early morning study as the sun is rising is about the descent of the Kingdoms of Israel into sin, their eventual destruction and scattering and now the “gathering” of the Lord’s people.
“When we speak of the gathering, we are simply saying this fundamental truth: every one of our Heavenly Father’s children, on both sides of the veil, deserves to hear the message of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. …
“Anytime you do anything that helps anyone—on either side of the veil—take a step toward making covenants with God and receiving their essential baptismal and temple ordinances, you are helping to gather Israel. It is as simple as that.” President Russell M. Nelson
I try to remember this everyday because if I can remember and act in accordance, I am blessed, my family is blessed and the Lord blesses the lives of the people with whom I interact. I know the Lord blesses me greatly and I am humbled by His patience with me and His great love for me.
