God’s Craftsman
Exodus 31
Ex 31:1-5 Then the
Lord said to Moses, 2 “See, I have chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur,
of the tribe of Judah, 3 and I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with
skill, ability and knowledge in all kinds of crafts — 4 to make artistic designs for work in gold,
silver and bronze, 5 to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in
all kinds of craftsmanship.”
IN the creative mind of God was the picture
of a beautiful multi-colored tabernacle. The tabernacle would be a place where
God would reside, to dwell with his people. The tabernacle would also be the
place for God’s people to worship Him. Certainly the tabernacle would be a
beautiful, accurately formed structure. How would it be constructed? Who would
dare build in God’s perfect design?
Of
course, God could create it as he had intricately created the earth. But he did
something perhaps even more remarkable here. The Holy Spirit touched Bezalel “with skill, ability and knowledge in all
kinds of crafts”. In essence, God said to Bezalel, “Come partner with me to form the tabernacle and the
beautiful objects that will point to my grace, mercy, love and forgiveness.”
God
is such a good Father, isn’t he? He gives us skills and desires to do wonderful
things. With our hands and our minds we are privileged to join God in his plan
to add awe and wonder to our lives. Consider the paintings of the masters.
Think of the great works of literature and theater. Be inspired at the sounds
of music from ages past to your favorite praise song. Rejoice that God gifted
mankind to partner with him to add even more beauty to his stunning universe.
And
consider: how has he gifted you to add to His creation?
LIFE Link: Go create with your Father.
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