Scripture
“Give me another gift.” Joshua 15:13

Observation
A daughter got land for her wedding present and asked her dad for water too. What’s that in the Bible for?

I think the story is there to get us to ask. Most of us think that God gives carefully. Because he is a tinge reluctant we should be grateful for what we get and not risk bothering him for more.

But Caleb’s daughter is a gutsy violation of the etiquette of giving. She received yet asked for more.

But this is more than a selfish brat. This is a daughter with a dad who loves her.

Application
Am I any different? No. I’m a son with a father who loves me. All I need is to ask. Her request was wrapped in wisdom. Land needs water to grow. Water was a logical need. God has given to me gifts. Yesterday, being installed at Evergreen Community Church as senior pastor by Pastor Brady Boyd was a remarkable gift. Yet even after Solomon had been crowned he went home and asked for more. I must too. I want to go beyond the well-intentioned prayers of others into the depth of what the Father wants for me and us.

From today’s song: “Ponder anew what the Almighty can do, if with his love he defend thee.”

Prayer
Father, give me wisdom what to ask for. Amen.