Bezalel and Oholiab—sure, you remember them, don’t you? No, most of us do not remember their names, nor who they were, nor what they accomplished that placed their names in the Scriptures.
Exodus 31:1-6 (NIV) Then the LORD said to Moses, “See, I have chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, and I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, with ability, and knowledge in all kinds of crafts—to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of craftsmanship. Moreover, I have appointed Oholiab son of Ahishamach, of the tribe of Dan, to help him. Also I have given skill to all the craftsmen to make everything I have commanded you.” (c.f., Exodus 35:30-36:1)
Bezalel and Oholiab were in charge of designing and making the Tent of Meeting, all its furnishings, even the priestly garments. Quite a long list of accomplishments!
What does this have to do with us? Simply this: God furnished all the skill, talent, knowledge and ability for Bezalel and Oholiab to do the task he set before them. God will also furnish you with all the skill, talent, knowledge and ability to do whatever task he sets before you. The temptation is for us to view the skills and abilities of someone else, and then by comparison view ourselves as somehow inadequate or lacking. The key is to stop focusing on what others can do and start focusing on what God is leading you to do. Remember this; the disciples were fishermen; Paul was a tent-maker; Lydia sold purple dye; Dorcus made children’s clothing; Jubal was a musician; Tertius was a scribe. All of them were dedicated to doing the Lord’s work.
Ephesians 2:10 (NIV) For we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.
Colossians 3:23-24 (NIV) Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.
Gracious Heavenly Father,
Thank you for the skills, talents, knowledge and abilities you have graciously gifted to us. Forgive us when we hesitate or whine about the tasks you set before us. Create in us a new enthusiasm for serving you in whatever capacity you require and let us work with confidence that your Presence will guide us.
In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
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