Scripture:
Exodus 36:1 "So Bezalel, Oholiab and every skilled person to whom the Lord has given skill and ability to know how to carry out all the work of constructing the sanctuary are to do the work just as the Lord has commanded".
Observation:
When God wanted his tabernacle built, he didn't use the cheapest labor, nor did he use the cheapest materials. Every piece was constructed by professionals who knew what they were doing and the materials they used were the absolute best. Most of the articles were overlaid with pure gold. They didn't go cheap and professional people did the work with excellence.
Application:
Usually in the church world today, we want to be good stewards, which is good, godly and important. Our definition of being a good steward generally means we do everything as cheap as we can because we are using God's money. When God wanted His house built, He did it right and with expensive taste. What we do for God should be done with excellence. His house shouldn't be the cheapest thing on the market, but a picture of excellence.
Prayer:
Lord, help me not to confuse being a good steward and being just plain cheap. Help me to determine correctly and according to what You want, what needs to be done and with what materials. I am guilty of the cheapest price always dictating what we do at our church. Forgive me and help me to trust You completely and to do everything we do with the excellence that You deserve.
Your Son,
Jeff
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