[display_podcast]“Corner Men” by Kirk Hunt
For by wise counsel thou shalt make thy war: and in multitude of counsellors there is safety.
Proverbs 24:6 KJV
The boxer stumbles back to his corner and falls heavily on the stool. The opponent is stronger than he imagined, and craftier than his looks should allow. Alone, the fighter won’t finish the next round.
Corner men climb through the ropes to assist and strengthen their man. They work quickly, considering their limited time. Every action strengthens and supports the man who fights in the ring.
The cut man makes the boxer flinch, but the wounds close and the bleeding stops. The corner man pumps fluids into, and over, the fighter. A trainer speaks (or yells) advice and direction into the face of the weary slugger.
A strong, sharpened combatant emerges from the corner. The corner men watch with pride and emotion as their man battles the opponent. Regardless of who gets the credit, the boxer’s victory will seem just like their own.
Where are you in this scene? As Christians we battle the culture every day. We need men in our corner.
We need brothers who patch our wounds and cuts with God’s Word. Every Christian man ought to have a spiritual warrior who pours prayer over his life and circumstances. Real men listen to the Godly counsel of a strong, Spirit-filled friend.
Look around you. There are men (and women) who need the strength and skill you can lend them. Eventually, you will need theirs.
Find your men and your corner. Get ready, the bell is about to ring. Come out swinging.
Think: Who is in your corner? Whose corner are you in?
Pray: “Lord, help me to give and accept service for the Kingdom’s sake.”
Copyright © January 2010, Kirk Hunt
