How can we apply Achsah's example of asking in our prayer life? Achsah’s Moment of Request “‘Give me a blessing,’ she replied. ‘Since you have given me land in the Negev, give me also springs of water.’ So Caleb gave her the upper and lower springs.” (Joshua 15:19) Why Her Request Matters • Achsah already possessed land, yet she recognized a further need (water). • She appealed to her father’s generosity—“Give me a blessing.” • Caleb granted more than one spring, illustrating overflow. Principles We Draw for Prayer • Ask with confidence of relationship – Romans 8:15: “you received the Spirit of sonship, by whom we cry, ‘Abba, Father.’” • Acknowledge previous grace while seeking new grace – Philippians 4:6: “with thanksgiving, present your requests.” • Be specific and practical in petitions – Mark 10:51: Blind Bartimaeus: “Rabboni, let me regain my sight.” • Expect generosity that exceeds request – Ephesians 3:20: “able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine.” How to Imitate Achsah When We Pray 1. Remember what God has already given—salvation, promises, daily mercies. 2. Identify the “springs” you truly need for fruitful living: wisdom, strength, provision, open doors for ministry. 3. Come boldly, not presumptuously (Hebrews 4:16). 4. State the request clearly; avoid vague generalities. 5. Trust the Father’s heart to supply more than enough—upper and lower springs. Other Texts that Echo the Lesson • Matthew 7:7-11—ask, seek, knock; earthly fathers give good gifts, how much more the heavenly Father. • James 1:5—ask God for wisdom and it will be given without reproach. • James 4:2—“you do not have because you do not ask.” • 1 John 5:14-15—confidence when we ask according to His will. Living It Out Today • Begin daily prayer by recounting at least one recent blessing. • Transition immediately to your most pressing, concrete need. • Anchor the request in a promise of Scripture, spoken aloud. • Thank Him in advance for abundant provision, whether upper, lower, or both springs. |
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