Caleb

Friday, May 9, 2014 (7:07 a.m.)

Blessed Father,

It was the husband that reminded me yesterday of Caleb's role in exploring Canaan with the other eleven scouts sent out by Moses (Numbers 13). One man from each of Israel's twelve tribes was selected to explore the land You had originally promised to give Abram's offspring (Genesis 12:7).

Rereading this history has my mind spinning. There were promises. Impatience. Belief. Doubt. Blessings. Discontent. Joy. Grumbling. All overseen by You.

This morning I came looking for the story of Caleb and discovered his name means “bold”. Reading comments in The Life Recovery Bible I learned he was the first (Numbers 13:30) followed later by Joshua (14:6-9) who “emphasized God's power to overcome even the greatest problems.”

The faith had by Caleb and Joshua truly “enabled them to see problems not as obstacles but as opportunities for God to demonstrate His power.” They believed Your promise to rescue Your people from their enemies (10:9).

The comment goes on to refer to this trust in You as “an active faith in God”. Blessed Father that is exactly what I am asking this morning.

A tiny baby's life lies in the balance. A little guy whose name means “bold”. I pray “an active faith in God” for all involved. That active faith which will allow those in charge to capitalize on the positive measures that must be taken in overcoming giants.

Dearest God, I pray for baby Caleb. His loved ones. Those involved in his care. Bless and protect them. Smile on and be gracious to them. Show them Your favor and give them Your peace (Numbers 6:24-26).

We love You so very much Blessed God and we ask this all in Your Son's most holy name. Thank You. We love You. Amen.

(298 words ~ 8:25 a.m.)