Thoughts on Zion 21 – Building Zion Spiritually

Statements by LDS leaders in the 1860s clarify the spiritual work needed to build Zion. It appears that the “one heart” part of the recipe requires us, to live worthy of revelation and then obey it, on an on-going basis –united in our love of God and obedience to Him and His will, as revealed to us individually and through the prophets.
Wilford Woodruff on 4/7/1867 said, “This body of people, or church, has got to build up the Zion of God in the last days, and this work cannot be accomplished upon any other principle than that of our being united together as the heart of one man.”
Pres. Brigham Young then explains how we can become of one heart through sanctification, “…they must be gathered together to be taught, that they may sanctify themselves before the Lord and become of one heart and of one mind.” (4/14/1867).
And in that unity they are to obey God: “We are called to build up Zion, and we cannot build it up unless we are united; and in that union we have got to carry out the commandments of God unto us, and we have got to obey those who are set to lead and guide the affairs of the Kingdom of God.” (WW, 4/7/1867)
And we can’t obey God without revelation. “The Lord is building up Zion, and is emptying the earth of wickedness, gathering his people, bringing again Zion…. Can this be done without revelation? No. You will not make a move, or do anything—plant corn, build a hall or a temple, make a farm, or go to the States—no, not a thing towards building up Zion, without the power of revelation.“ (BY, 7/28/61)
“Do you want to know the true policy of building up Zion, and what is required of us as a people? I can give it to you. …if we live every day of our lives so as to possess the Spirit of the Lord, and are dictated in all our business transactions and in every move we make by the spirit of revelation, we should merit, and justly and righteously obtain greater blessings than we now possess. “ (BY, 4/8/67).
Personal sanctification and obedience to revelation allows the group unity needed.

2021-07-27

Boom! Blueprint for building Zion was already revealed to the prophets?!! I was thunderstruck by this book. Building Zion involves the application of strategic economics? We've been neglecting our duty for over 100 years? What is going on?The long lost principles in this book are like the Sword in the Stone, half buried in moss and overgrowth. The truth has been here all along, we just haven't recognized it.

Shopper:

2021-06-10

Yes! I, too, found existing Zion books soft and murky. I so appreciate this version - God bless you for doing this of your own free will and helping to establish righteousness!

Scott W

2021-03-09

Regain your vision of Zion Excellent book to help you regain the vision of Zion motivated the early members of the church.

Emily B.

2018-11-27

Every chapter is a revelation of new perspectives about Zion It was rather surprising to discover that the early leaders of the LDS Church seemed more focused on building Zion temporally than spiritually. I had no idea! In fact, every chapter in this book is a revelation of new perspectives about what Zion is and our responsibility for building it.

Barry G Eaton

2018-11-25

A motivation to change and be supported by the Lord’s principles of Zion. I’m grateful to Jesse - for his time and labor in bringing the words of the Brethren, concerning Zion, together. Hopefully many will read and the Lord, by the Spirit, will testify that the words are still true; the concepts still valid; the work of building Zion still before us.

Heather

2018-11-08

More than a compilation of quotes... This is a practical guide that tackles several areas in which one can begin to build a Zion life and a Zion community. The author thoughtfully points to early teachings of the leaders of the Church and brings them forward to the here and now.

Westring

2018-08-31

Novice Researcher's Dream Pondering on the possibility of a Zion community has been on my mind for many years. This author has taken the time to compile facts from reliable sources that will give a novice researcher like me many hours of learning from those who truly understand. Look forward to it becoming a physical copy to put on my shelf!

Amazon Customer

2018-07-29

Remember to build Zion. A wonderful compilation of revelation on the subject of Building Zion in the Latter-Day Saint meaning. It makes us remember how much is still to be done. Thanks for the love and dedication which has gone into this book.