Text: Proverbs 25:11-13

11 A word fitly spoken is like apples of gold in pictures of silver. 12 As an earring of gold, and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover upon an obedient ear. 13 As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him:  for he refresheth the soul of his masters.

Monday 3^rd February 2025

GIFT OF HELPS

Text: Proverbs 25:11-13

Memory verse: 1 Corinthians 12:28

"And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues."

The gift of helps is one of the spiritual gifts. The word translated “helps” means literally “to relieve, succour, participate in, and/or support.” Those with the gift of helps are those who can aid or render assistance to others in the church with compassion and grace. This gift has a broad range of applications, from helping individuals with daily chores to assisting in the administration of the affairs of the church.

Helping in the body of Christ can take a variety of forms. Some see the gift of helps as given to those who are willing to “lend a hand” and do even the most ordinary and disagreeable tasks with a spirit of humility and grace. Helpers are often those who volunteer to work regularly around church buildings and grounds, often labouring in obscurity. Others see helping as assisting the widows and elderly or families to accomplish daily tasks, coming alongside to render assistance in those areas where help is needed. These helpers render a gift of service in the broadest sense, assisting and supporting the body of Christ.

But there is perhaps a deeper meaning to the spiritual gift of helps. Since it is one of the spiritual gifts from the Holy Spirit, all of which are given for the building up of the body of Christ, the spiritual aspect of the gift of helps is perhaps even more important than the practical aspect. Those with the spiritual gift of helps have been given the unique ability to identify those who are struggling with doubt, fears, and other spiritual battles. They move toward those in spiritual need with a kind word, an understanding and compassionate attitude, and the unique ability to speak scriptural truth in a convicting and loving fashion. Their words are “like apples of gold in settings of silver” to the spiritually weak and weary. These helpful Christians can quell anxiety in the downtrodden heart with cheerful and confidently spoken words of truth and joy.

Praise God that He knows us so well. He knows all our needs and challenges and has given the gift of helps to special individuals who can come alongside others in mercy, grace, and love. These precious saints can lift the heart by helping carry a variety of burdens that we cannot, and should not, carry alone. This gift of helps is a desire and capacity to always help others and do whatever it takes to achieve a task.

CGDS Hymn 96: By Apostle James Abache

THE GIFT OF HELPS

1. Lord, You've given gifts to all,

A heart to answer every call,

In humble service we obey,

To lift the weak and guide the way.

Refrain:

The gift of helps, we freely give,

To serve in love, to help them live,

With willing hands and hearts sincere,

We bring Your grace to those in need.

2. Through caring acts, Your love we show,

To comfort hearts and heal their woe,

In every task, however small,

We serve You, Lord, and give our all.

3. Not for our praise, but for Your name,

We lift the low and heal the lame,

In kindness, joy, and simple deeds,

We meet the hurting with their needs.

4. O Lord, let us ever be,

A vessel of Your charity,

In every way, Your love impart,

And serve You with a willing heart.

Final Chorus:

The gift of helps, we freely give,

To serve in love, to help them live,

With willing hands and hearts sincere,

We bring Your grace to all who hear.

 Prayers 

1.  Lord, thank You for the gift of helps, empowering us to serve others with compassion and grace.

2.  May we be sensitive to the needs of others, offering practical and spiritual support, bringing comfort and hope in Jesus’ name. Amen.

3.  Pray for others in this regard.