- Today we will focus on a man named Caleb the son of Jephuneh of the tribe of Judah. He paints for us the glorious tribute of the people of faith.
- Caleb stood his ground of faith. Numbers 13
- Ten spies were sent out by Moses to explore the land. 10 of them brought a negative report about the land. They even incited a rebellion among the people.
- Joshua and Caleb stood their ground and almost lost their lives through stoning.
- Caleb was a man of courage throughout his life. We see him now at 85 asking that he be given the land of the Anakites.
- How is your stand when others are running out of cowardice and ungodly influence?
2. Caleb Was an inspiring Leader
- Caleb was the leader of the tribe of Judah.
- Right from Numbers 13, we see Caleb asking that the people should not be discouraged but should go up and conquer the land.
- Even in Joshua 14:16, he inspires others to join in his campaign of defeating the Anakites. He even promises his daughter to whoever conquered part of the land.
- His encouragement is caught by Othniel who not only conquers the land but also goes on to become the first judge of Israel. Judges 3:7-11.
- How much impact do you have upon others?
3. Caleb Followed God Wholeheartedly
- God testified about this in Numbers 32:12. Moses testifies about it in Deuteronomy 1:36. Caleb himself committed to following the Lord wholeheartedly Joshua 14:8-9.
- The secret of Caleb’s exemplary life lay in his commitment to following God completely no matter what happens.
- What can be said about you?