How can we seek God's favor like Asher in Deuteronomy 33:24? Setting the Scene “About Asher he said: ‘May Asher be most blessed of sons; may he be favored by his…’” (Deuteronomy 33:24) What the Blessing Reveals • Rich, overflowing favor—“most blessed of sons” • Warm approval from others—“favored by his brothers” • Abundant provision—his “foot in oil” (a picture of prosperity and fruitfulness) How Asher Illustrates Seeking God’s Favor • Viewed himself as part of the covenant people (Genesis 35:22–26) • Accepted Moses’ prophetic blessing in faith (Deuteronomy 33:24–25) • Settled in a fertile land and worked it diligently (Joshua 19:24–31) • Partnered with his tribe to bless others (Judges 5:17 shows absence cost Israel dearly) Practical Steps for Us Today 1. Embrace Covenant Identity – Know you are “chosen and dearly loved” (Colossians 3:12). – Favor begins with belonging. 2. Walk in Obedience – “The LORD blesses the righteous; He surrounds him with favor like a shield” (Psalm 5:12). – Obedience positions us under the shield. 3. Cultivate Humility – “He gives grace to the humble” (James 4:6). – Pride blocks favor; humility attracts it. 4. Pursue Generosity – Asher’s “oil” imagery points to abundance shared. – “Honor the LORD with your wealth… your vats will overflow” (Proverbs 3:9–10). 5. Speak Blessing over Others – Moses spoke life-filled words; we can do the same (Proverbs 18:21). – Favor multiplies when we celebrate others’ successes. 6. Seek Spirit-Led Diligence – Asher farmed rich land; we steward our callings (Colossians 3:23-24). – Faithfulness in work invites divine increase. 7. Stand on Promises – “No good thing does He withhold from those who walk uprightly” (Psalm 84:11). – Regularly confess Scripture to align heart and mind with God’s favor. The Takeaway Like Asher, we experience God’s favor by knowing who we are in His covenant, living humbly and obediently, working diligently, and sharing generously. Favor is not random; it flows where God’s people walk in faithful alignment with His revealed Word. |
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