Challenging the Next Generation

Joshua 15-17; 1 Corinthians 8

“And Caleb said, ‘I will give my daughter Acsah in marriage to the man who attacks and captures Kiriath Sepher.’ Othniel, son of Kenaz, Caleb’s brother took it; so Caleb gave his daughter Acsah to him in marriage.”

Joshua 15:16, 17

Caleb faced giants in his old age and wisely inspired the next generation to engage in battle. Othniel rose to Caleb’s challenge and went on to lead Israel for the next forty years. 

When was the last time we challenged the next generation to engage in significant opportunities for Christ’s mission?

Who are the ‘Othniel’s’ in our life who are open to giving themselves to a costly mission with the potential for significant reward?

Caleb valued courage in the life of whoever would marry his daughter.

How are we praying for our children’s future life-partners?

What qualities are we asking God for in the lives of our children and their life-partners?

Our legacy of faith will outlive us as we connect our story to God’s mission.

“Lord God, I pray my children and their future life-partners would live for you and your glory.”