Godly Man
The importance of fellowship with other men is overlooked and underrated. It’s important, whether it’s with one other guy or a group, that…
The importance of fellowship with other men is overlooked and underrated. It’s important, whether it’s with one other guy or a group, that fellowship is had between men, to share their struggles, know they are not alone in things, and to build camaraderie. Have that relationship with other men is strengthening, uplifting, and as long as it is with other believers, it can be spiritually powerful.
The idea and picture of having a group of men truly focused on God, doing their best in their lives, with their families, their work, and dealing with all kinds of things, sharing with one another and praying together is very encouraging and uplifting.
In fact, I think groups of Godly men getting together in fellowship is such a threat to Satan that he will do whatever he can to keep it from happening. I have been a part of a couple of startup men’s groups that just don’t last long. One thing men need is consistency, something they can count on. When it waivers, or isn’t often enough, the commitment level falters and crumbles, and eventually dies. It takes devoted leadership, whether it’s one person or a few, to really commit to keeping something going, no matter who does or doesn’t show up.
Heavenly Father, I understand the value of Godly men getting together in fellowship, whether it’s one on one, or a whole group. Jesus told us, “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” (Matthew 18:20), but many times the trick is just getting together in the first place. Lord, block Satan and his demons from getting in the way of men gathering in your name. As men of Your Word, Godly men in our families, among friends, bless us, Lord. Be with us, fill our hearts with compassion, help us to be humble, understanding, and to love others around us. Teach us to pray and to be silent to hear your voice, and teach us to be mindful of you so we can see Your will for our lives. I trust you Wonderful Counselor, I love you Prince of Peace, I believe in You Mighty God. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
“If anyone says, “I love God,” and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he who does not love his brother whom he has seen cannot love God whom he has not seen. And this commandment we have from him: whoever loves God must also love his brother.”
1 John 4:20–21 ESV
“Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.”
Proverbs 27:17 ESV