God Can Use Anyone As A Destiny Helper Series

GOD CAN USE ANYONE AS A DESTINY HELPER

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: 2 Kings 5:2-3

"And the Syrians had gone out by companies, and had brought away captive out of the land of Israel a little maid; and she waited on Naaman’s wife.

And she said unto her mistress, Would God my lord were with the prophet that is in Samaria! for he would recover him of his leprosy."

Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 16:11-13, Esther 2:15-17, John 6:9-11, Exodus 2:5-10, Luke 10:33-35

INTRODUCTION

Destiny helpers are people whom God strategically places in our lives to assist us in fulfilling His purpose. Sometimes, these helpers are not the people we expect—God can use anyone, regardless of status, background, or position, to be a channel of blessing.

The story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5 is a perfect example of how God can use an unexpected person as a destiny helper. Naaman was a mighty warrior but suffered from leprosy. His breakthrough came not through a king or a general, but through a little servant girl in his house—a captive from Israel. She pointed him toward Prophet Elisha, which led to his healing.

This teaches us that no one should be despised, ignored, or overlooked, for God can use anyone as a destiny helper. In this study, we will explore how God raises unlikely people to bring help and transformation into our lives.

1. GOD USES THE INSIGNIFICANT TO BRING GREAT BLESSINGS

God often chooses unlikely people to play significant roles in the destiny of others.

a) God Does Not Look at Status – He uses people regardless of their social standing (1 Samuel 16:7).

b) Even the Weak Can Be a Blessing – The servant girl in Naaman’s house had no power, yet she carried the solution to his problem (2 Kings 5:2-3).

c) Your Help May Come from an Unexpected Source – The widow of Zarephath provided for Elijah during famine (1 Kings 17:9-16).

d) God’s Helpers Are Not Always Famous or Recognised – A boy’s five loaves and two fish fed over 5,000 people (John 6:9-11).

e) Biblical Example: David’s Selection as King – Even his family did not expect him to be God’s chosen one (1 Samuel 16:11-13).

2. DIVINE HELPERS MAY COME FROM STRANGE PLACES

Sometimes, God sends help from sources that seem unlikely or even hostile.

a) God Can Use an Outsider to Bless You – Naaman, a Syrian commander, received healing through an Israelite prophet (2 Kings 5:10).

b) Even Enemies Can Become Helpers – Joseph’s brothers sold him into slavery, but it led to his destiny (Genesis 50:20).

c) God Positions People in Unlikely Places for His Purpose – Moses was raised in Pharaoh’s palace, yet he delivered Israel (Exodus 2:5-10).

d) Divine Helpers Can Come from Other Nations – Ruth, a Moabite, became part of Jesus’ lineage through Boaz (Ruth 2:8-10, Matthew 1:5).

e) Biblical Example: The Good Samaritan – He was not a Jew, but he helped the wounded man (Luke 10:33-35).

3. OBEDIENCE AND HUMILITY POSITION US FOR DESTINY HELPERS

To receive help, we must be humble and willing to listen.

a) Pride Can Block Your Helper – Naaman initially refused to obey Elisha’s instructions but later humbled himself and received healing (2 Kings 5:11-14).

b) Divine Instructions May Seem Unconventional – God’s ways are not our ways (Isaiah 55:8-9).

c) Destiny Helpers May Give Simple Solutions – The servant girl’s advice led to a mighty miracle (2 Kings 5:3).

d) Recognising Your Helper Requires Spiritual Sensitivity – The widow at Zarephath obeyed Elijah’s word and experienced provision (1 Kings 17:13-16).

e) Biblical Example: Peter and Jesus’ Command – Peter obeyed Jesus’ instruction to cast his net again and caught a miraculous number of fish (Luke 5:4-6).

4. GOD CAN MAKE YOU A DESTINY HELPER TO OTHERS

Just as we need helpers, God also calls us to be helpers to others.

a) Blessed to Be a Blessing – God raises people to be channels of help (Genesis 12:2).

b) Even Small Acts of Kindness Can Change Lives – The servant girl’s simple advice led to a miracle (2 Kings 5:3).

c) Helping Others Opens Doors for Divine Favour – Job’s blessings were restored when he prayed for his friends (Job 42:10).

d) God Rewards Those Who Help Others – He is not unjust to forget our labour of love (Hebrews 6:10).

e) Biblical Example: Mordecai Helping Esther – Mordecai’s counsel positioned Esther to deliver the Jews (Esther 4:13-16).

5. DIVINE HELPERS ARE SENT AT THE RIGHT TIME

God orchestrates divine help at the appointed time.

a) God’s Timing is Perfect – Naaman’s healing happened at God’s ordained moment (2 Kings 5:14).

b) Destiny Helpers Arrive When We Need Them Most – Elijah was sent to the widow when famine struck (1 Kings 17:8-9).