The Father's Menu

The Father's Menu

Apostle Dr. Richard Udoh

Friday, June 26, 2026

THE GIFT OF MEN (2)

God's work in a man's life is often accomplished through the ministry of other people. One of the greatest gifts God gives to His children is not merely resources, opportunities, or possessions—it is people.

When Saul was chosen as king over Israel, God did not leave him to carry the assignment alone. The Bible says that a band of men whose hearts God had touched went with him. These were not men recruited by Saul's influence or wealth; they were men moved by God to support His purpose. This reveals a powerful truth: whenever God gives an assignment, He also prepares people to help accomplish it. Divine assignments are often accompanied by divine relationships.

The same principle was seen in the life of David. As he walked in God's purpose, men began to gather themselves unto him. What started with a few distressed, indebted, and discontented men eventually became a mighty army. Day after day, men came to David's aid until he had a great host, "like the host of God."

God knows that no one fulfills destiny alone. Every great purpose requires kingdom relationships. Moses needed Aaron and Hur. Paul needed Barnabas and Timothy. David needed his mighty men. Even our Lord Jesus surrounded Himself with disciples.

Many people pray for open doors while overlooking the people God has sent into their lives. Yet often, the answer to a prayer is hidden in a relationship, a partnership, a friendship, a mentor, or a fellow laborer whom God has connected to them.

We must therefore learn to recognize, appreciate, and steward the gift of men. Some are sent to strengthen you. Some are sent to encourage you. Some are sent to help carry the burden of the assignment. Others are sent to sharpen, correct, and prepare you for greater usefulness.

Never despise God's gift of people. The men God sends into your life may become the bridge between where you are and where He is taking you.

CONFESSION

I declare that God surrounds me with the right people for His purpose. Divine relationships are working in my favor. I recognize, value, and honor the gift of men that God has placed in my life. I will not walk alone, struggle alone, or fulfill destiny alone. God is connecting me with kingdom relationships that advance His purpose for my life.

FURTHER READING

1 Samuel 10:26 “And Saul also went home to Gibeah; and there went with him a band of men, whose hearts God had touched.”

1 Chronicles 12:22 “For at that time day by day there came to David to help him, until it was a great host, like the host of God.”

Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 “Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up.”

Read through the bible in 1 year: 2 Kings 9:14-10:31 Acts 17:1-34 Psalm 144:1-15 Proverbs 17:27-28

Read through the bible in 2 years: Luke 7 & Prv 18