How does Judges 1:15 demonstrate the importance of asking God for blessings? A Fresh Look at Judges 1:15 “She answered, ‘Give me a blessing. For you have given me land in the Negev; now give me springs of water.’ So Caleb gave her the upper and lower springs.” (Judges 1:15) Why the Request Matters • Achsah already possessed a gift (land in the Negev) yet recognized its dryness and saw the need for water. • She believed her father’s generosity and authority could meet that need. • Scripture presents the event as literal history, underscoring that real requests bring real responses from a faithful giver. Key Truths About Asking for Blessings • Asking rises from faith; silence often signals unbelief. • A specific request honors the giver because it reveals confidence in both ability and willingness to supply. • Blessings flow beyond initial provision; God delights in fullness rather than mere subsistence. Lessons for Personal Prayer • Identify areas where existing “land” feels dry, then name the “springs” needed. • Approach God boldly, not presumptuously, confident in His covenant love. • Expect abundance; Caleb grants both upper and lower springs, illustrating divine generosity that exceeds minimum requirements. Supporting Scriptures Echoing the Principle • James 4:2 — “You do not have, because you do not ask God.” • Matthew 7:7-11 — “Ask and it will be given to you… how much more will your Father in heaven give good things to those who ask Him.” • Psalm 81:10 — “Open your mouth wide, and I will fill it.” • Ephesians 3:20 — He “is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine.” Practical Takeaways • Keep gratitude for past gifts alive while seeking fresh grace for present needs. • Move from general prayers to detailed petitions, mirroring Achsah’s clarity. • Trust that God answers literally and generously, reinforcing confidence in the accuracy of His Word. |
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