What can we learn from Achsah's boldness in requesting additional land resources? Achsah’s Moment of Courage – Judges 1:15 Judges 1:15: “But she replied, ‘Give me a blessing. Since you have given me land in the Negev, give me also springs of water.’ So Caleb gave her the upper and lower springs.” Why Her Request Matters • Land in the Negev was dry; without water it would be hard to thrive. • Achsah understood inheritance is more than acreage—resources are essential for fruitfulness. • She approached Caleb, her father, with confidence, expecting favor yet showing respect. Key Takeaways on God-Honoring Boldness • Right relationship fuels boldness – Achsah was a daughter approaching a loving father (cf. Romans 8:15). • Clarity in asking glorifies God – She named exactly what was needed—“springs of water” (cf. Philippians 4:6). • Boldness is not presumption – She based her request on an existing gift (“Since you have given me land…”) showing gratitude before more was sought (cf. Colossians 3:15). • God delights to add abundance – Caleb granted two springs, upper and lower—far more than the minimal need (cf. Ephesians 3:20). Discernment in Seeking Provision • Wisdom evaluates future stewardship—water would secure generations. • Achsah sought resources to cultivate, not to hoard. • Proper requests align with divine purpose; water would help Israel occupy the land faithfully (Deuteronomy 8:7-10). Generational Faith on Display • Caleb’s legacy of faith (Numbers 14:24) shaped a daughter unafraid to trust. • Her husband Othniel, later Israel’s first judge (Judges 3:9-11), benefitted from her foresight—marriage partnership rooted in shared courage. • One household’s faith decision blessed an entire tribe. Echoes Across Scripture • Daughters of Zelophehad—Numbers 27:1-7: courageous women petition for rightful inheritance. • Jacob—Genesis 32:26: “I will not let You go unless You bless me.” • Solomon—1 Kings 3:5-14: bold request for wisdom pleases the Lord. • Jesus—Matthew 7:7: “Ask, and it will be given to you.” • Hebrews 4:16: “Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence…” Living the Lesson Today • Know your Father—boldness grows from intimacy with Him. • Acknowledge what He has already given before asking for more. • Ask specifically for resources to advance His purposes. • Expect lavish provision; He often answers with “upper and lower springs.” |
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