The Ministry Of Destiny Helpers Series

THE MINISTRY OF DESTINY HELPERS

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Exodus 17:12

"But Moses’ hands were heavy; and they took a stone, and put it under him, and he sat thereon; and Aaron and Hur stayed up his hands, the one on the one side, and the other on the other side; and his hands were steady until the going down of the sun."

Supporting Texts: Romans 16:1-2, 1 Samuel 16:17-22, 2 Kings 5:1-3, Acts 9:26-27

INTRODUCTION:

No one fulfils destiny alone. In the journey of life, God sends people to help us reach our God-ordained destination. These people, known as destiny helpers, play crucial roles in lifting, guiding, supporting, and opening doors for us. Even Jesus had people like John the Baptist, Mary, and Simon of Cyrene who contributed to His ministry on earth.

Many struggle unnecessarily because they lack the right helpers. Some fail because they ignore or mistreat the destiny helpers God has assigned to them. The difference between success and failure, breakthrough and stagnation, can often be traced to the presence or absence of destiny helpers.

Today, we will examine the ministry of destiny helpers, their types, and how to recognise and engage them for divine fulfilment.

1. THE ROLE OF DESTINY HELPERS

Destiny helpers are divinely positioned to assist in fulfilling God’s purpose in our lives.

a) They provide strength in times of weakness – Just as Aaron and Hur lifted Moses’ hands, destiny helpers sustain us in difficult times (Exodus 17:12).

b) They connect us to opportunities – Joseph was introduced to Pharaoh’s palace by a destiny helper (Genesis 41:9-14).

c) They offer wise counsel – Good advice from the right people can change a person’s destiny (Proverbs 11:14).

d) They fight battles on our behalf – Jonathan fought for David, saving his life (1 Samuel 19:1-7).

e) Biblical Example: Barnabas helped Paul gain acceptance among the disciples, leading to his great ministry (Acts 9:26-27).

2. TYPES OF DESTINY HELPERS

There are different categories of people God sends to help us.

a) Divine connectors – They may not have resources themselves, but they introduce us to the right people (2 Kings 5:1-3).

b) Burden bearers – These are people who support and encourage us during trials (Ruth 1:16-17).

c) Gifted men and women – Those whom God blesses with skills, talents, and wisdom to help us (Exodus 31:1-6).

d) Financial helpers – Those who provide resources for our vision and assignment (Luke 8:2-3).

e) Biblical Example: Pharaoh’s cupbearer was a divine connector for Joseph, leading to his rise in Egypt (Genesis 41:9-14).

3. RECOGNISING YOUR DESTINY HELPERS

Not all helpers come in expected forms; discernment is key.

a) Destiny helpers may come in humble appearances – Naaman almost ignored his helper because she was a servant girl (2 Kings 5:2-3).

b) They often appear in times of need – The widow of Zarephath was used by God to sustain Elijah (1 Kings 17:8-16).

c) They may come through unexpected relationships – David’s journey to the throne involved unlikely helpers like Samuel, Jonathan, and even Saul’s daughter (1 Samuel 16:13; 18:20-21).

d) They are drawn to you by divine assignment – God orchestrates their arrival at the right time (Psalm 37:23).

e) Biblical Example: Esther had Mordecai, who guided her in fulfilling her destiny (Esther 2:10-11).

4. OBSTACLES TO DESTINY HELPERS

Many miss their helpers due to personal errors and spiritual attacks.

a) Pride and arrogance – Some people reject their helpers because they look down on them (2 Kings 5:11-12).

b) Lack of discernment – Failing to recognise God-sent helpers leads to missed opportunities (Luke 24:16).

c) Ingratitude – When people fail to appreciate their helpers, they may lose them (Genesis 40:23).

d) Wrong associations – Keeping the wrong company can drive away divine connections (1 Corinthians 15:33).

e) Biblical Example: King Saul lost his divine support because of disobedience and pride (1 Samuel 15:22-28).

5. PRAYING FOR AND SUSTAINING DESTINY HELPERS

We must seek divine assistance to locate and keep our destiny helpers.

a) Pray for divine connections – God can align our paths with those who will help us (Psalm 23:6).

b) Honour and appreciate your helpers – Gratitude strengthens divine relationships (Romans 16:3-4).

c) Be a destiny helper to others – When we help others, God positions people to help us (Luke 6:38).

d) Guard your relationships from strife – The enemy often attacks divine connections through misunderstanding (Genesis 13:7-9).

e) Biblical Example: The Shunammite woman provided for Elisha and received a miraculous child as a reward (2 Kings 4:8-17).

CONCLUSION:

The journey of life and destiny requires the right people at the right time. No one succeeds alone; even the greatest men and women in the Bible had helpers. Recognising, honouring, and sustaining these destiny helpers is key to fulfilling our purpose. However, we must also seek to be destiny helpers for others, for in helping others, we invite God’s help into our own lives.