In Exodus 35:10 it says, "Let every skillful man come and make all that the Lord has commanded."
35:21 says, "Everyone whose heart stirred him and everyone whose spirit moved him came and brought the Lord's contribution for the tabernacle."
36:1 says, " Now, Bezalel and Ohdiab and every skillful person in whom the Lord has put skill and understanding to know how to perform all the work in the construction of the tabernacle, shall perform it according to how the Lord commanded it."
A lot of materials and skills would be needed to build the tabernacle itself, the furniture, utensils and garments.
This is what I love . . .
God could have spoken all of this into existence, but He chose to use the offerings and the skills of His people.
They needed to own it -- not just attend it.
He gave each craftsman the ability to do what was needed - painting, carving, building, forging, sewing and more. He gave the people the desire to give of their resources. There were very specific plans, specifications and order that had to be followed. It would take everyone doing their best work and being willing to work together for this to happen.
Isn't that so like the church today?
God is still gifting individuals to serve the body. He gives particular skills and gifts and He expects us to use them. He even gives the gift of giving. When all those gifts come together, the body works. Needs are met. Ministry happens. Lives are changed.
We need to own our church -- not just attend it.
What has the Lord given you to contribute to the building of His church? Do you really think He has gifted everyone except you?
I DON'T THINK SO!
These craftsmen did not do this on their own. The Lord equipped them to serve and He is doing the same thing in your life. If you are sitting on the sidelines, you are missing out and depriving others of your gifts.
Are you going to own your church?
OR
Are you only going to attend it?
Invest
Embrace
Serve
Give
Love
Honor God
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