MOUNTAIN MEN

“Now therefore give me this mountain, whereof the LORD spake in that day….”–Josh. 14:12
I enjoy watching the TV show “Mountain Men”. It reminds me of my childhood dreams, Much older now, I no longer have that desire. My old body couldn’t take it. However, I do have an interest in mountain men of a different kind. You probably already guessed that I’m talking about Caleb. He is the character I want you to consider and hopefully you will be inspired by his example. His story is amazing. Caleb had a lowly beginning as his name indicates. It means “dog”, and not the kind we think of as pets. But even worse is the fact that he wasn’t a Jew by birth. Yet somehow, as a Gentile he was adopted into the tribe of Judah, became a faithful servant, then a great leader, and ascended to great heights. Caleb had a heart for God. He was faithful and fearless as he determined to fulfill God’s will for his life. That should be true of all of us.
From men like this we can learn important lessons and find inspiration that causes us to aspire to greater heights spiritually. Caleb reminds us that a bad start doesn’t have to have a bad ending, to press on when others oppose us, and not to give up when we’re old. He gives us hope that we can still be useful when it appears everything is against us. And remember– this isn’t about us doing things we enjoy, making a name for ourselves, or fulfilling our dreams. This has to do with claiming God’s promises and reaching our God- given goals. In this day when mediocrity is the norm, God give us “mountain men”– folks with a burning desire to be all they can for Christ!— HDS
David Stone
Lakeway Baptist Church
5801 FM 1960 E
Humble, TX. 77346