#35: Give Me Also Springs of Water: the Request of Achsah

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Based on Joshua 15:16 and related verses, this sermon explores the story of Achsah, the daughter of Caleb, and draws spiritual lessons from her experience.

Caleb, Achsah's father, declares that whoever conquers Kirjathsepher will be given Achsah as a wife. This demonstrates the special nature of Achsah, and her eventual husband, Othniel (Caleb's younger brother), rises to the challenge, marrying her after conquering Kirjathsepher. The unconventional marriage aligns with the customs of the time and is not explicitly forbidden by the Mosaic law.

Achsah, symbolizing the church of Jesus Christ, later prompts her husband to ask her father for a field. This reflects the church's role in encouraging believers to seek blessings and guidance from their heavenly Father. Achsah's boldness in asking for a piece of land is likened to believers seeking a new body through baptism in Jesus' name. The metaphor extends to the necessity of constant spiritual nourishment, akin to water for a piece of land, emphasizing the importance of being filled with the Holy Spirit.

The sermon then delves into the story of Caleb in Joshua 14, highlighting his enduring passion for the blessings of God. Caleb, at 85 years old, boldly asks Joshua for the mountain promised to him by Moses years earlier. His request is granted, showcasing his unwavering faith and zeal for God's promises.

Achsah's subsequent request to Caleb for a blessing is linked to believers seeking the blessing of God in their lives. The importance of gratitude is emphasized, urging believers to thank God for past blessings. Achsah's specific request for springs of water represents believers asking for a continuous flow of the Holy Spirit from above and below, drawing parallels with the well-watered land of Canaan described in Deuteronomy.

In summary, the sermon encourages believers to boldly approach God, seek His blessings, express gratitude for past favors, and ask for a continuous flow of the Holy Spirit. The narrative of Achsah and Caleb serves as a metaphor for the relationship between believers and their heavenly Father, emphasizing faith, boldness, and the continuous pursuit of spiritual nourishment.

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