1st Chronicles 26:8. “All these of the sons of Obededom: they and their sons and their brethren, able men for strength for the service, were threescore and two of Obededom.” ABLE… STRONG…WISE…MIGHTY. Sometimes services are done because we are gifted by God to do them. Other times God uses what is by nature when we were formed by Him. Some are able to do things with natural skill and expertise. In the work of the Lord we are called to, there is a place for all of these.
There are those that are strong and are capable to do heavy tasks. Such people usually are ready to do whatever they are asked. They know their capabilities and do their work as to the Lord. Whatever the work God calls us to, for that work He will give reward.
Some have a natural wisdom to see more than what is front of their nose. Not everyone sees the big picture, but the wise are some of those Who know then to move ahead with a project because they know what to do – And once a work has started, they are there to see it through.
The mighty men of valor are not intimidated or afraid. They have learned to trust God personally and turn to the work ahead. Their joy is to see accomplished a victory in which they had a part. They are wise enough to know God initiated that work from the start.
In the house of God, we need those who are skillful in word and deed. Able men are those who know what’s to be done and will get out in front and lead. They know how to begin a task and see it through to the end. They also are able to unite diversity and use what God does send.
The strong in body and faith are a great asset to the work of God’s house They will accept a designated work and make sure it is carried out. Here is no tendency to slack or leave the work in their hand undone. The part of the work they’ve been given they finish even when left alone.
Wise counselors are needed when problems do arise. They hear all the issues surrounding a problem and then they can apprise The situation and find the solution to bring about a good conclusion And when necessary, take advice from others in serious collusion.
The mighty are on guard, they stand their ground against an implacable foe. They have learned by experience to act in faith, so are not afraid to go To the source of the evil that threatens to stop the work of the house of God. Each one filling the work that has been given, and are doing it for the Lord.
“Help me O God this day, to use what I have been given for Thee. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, Amen.”