Build Meaningful Relationships with People

“After the Danites had taken the priest and the things that Micah had made, they went and attacked Laish, that town of peaceful, quiet people which was in the same valley as Beth Rehob. They killed the inhabitants and burned the town. There was no one to save them, because Laish was a long way from Sidon, and they had no dealings with any other people. The Danites rebuilt the town and settled down there.” — Judges 18:27-28 (GNT)

Did you take time to reflect on the opening text? If not, I encourage you to read it again slowly—it carries a sobering lesson. The people of Laish were peaceful, quiet, and seemed to be thriving. But there was one fatal flaw: they had no alliances, no support systems, and no dealings with others. So when trouble came, they had no one to call on. No one came to their rescue. The town was overrun and destroyed.

Sadly, this is how many Christians live today. When everything is going well, they see no need to build or nurture relationships. Some even pride themselves on being independent, saying things like, “God is my only source—I don’t need anyone.” But this mindset overlooks an important truth: one of the ways God blesses us is through people.

Beloved, people are not interruptions to your life—they are part of God’s provision for it. Some will protect you, others will counsel or strengthen you. Some will even redirect you when you’re going off course. But if you don’t discern and value the right relationships, you may end up isolating yourself like the people of Laish, vulnerable when challenges arise.

God brings people into your life with your future in mind. Your responsibility is to identify those He has sent and treat those relationships with care, humility, and gratitude. Don’t push people away with pride or poor character. And don’t wait until you’re in a crisis to realize the value of community.

Yes, not every person in your life is meant to stay, and not all relationships are good for you. But with prayer and discernment, you can recognize those who are divine connections. So be intentional. Sow into relationships with kindness, consistency, and wisdom. One day, your life may depend on it.

Today’s Rhema

Learn to build meaningful relationships, because one day your life may depend on it!

Confession for the Day

Father, I am grateful for this timely counsel. I receive grace and wisdom to recognize, build, and maintain meaningful relationships. I reject pride and isolation, and I open my heart to the people You’ve sent into my life, in Jesus’ name. Amen!