The Lord Put Skill

Scripture:

Exodus 36:1  "Bezalel and Oholiab and every craftsman in whom the Lord has put skill and intelligence to know how to do any work in the construction of the sanctuary shall work in accordance with all that the Lord has commanded".

Observation:

As Moses is getting ready to build the Tabernacle, God told him exactly what to build and how to build it.  He also told him who to use in the construction of every part of the building and the furnishings.  It says that God had put skill and intelligence into those who were to do the work.

Application:

God gives us the people, the provision, and the pattern to do what He has called us to do.  He will raise up the right leaders, the right builders, the right givers, etc. to accomplish what He wants to accomplish.  Instead of leaning on our own understanding, we need to seek God, who has the ability to send us everything and everyone we need to do His will.  When it all stays about Him and His will, He will give us what we need to accomplish the work.  When it is about our will and what we want, He is not obligated to make it happen.  We need to seek God about what He wants and then proceed.

Prayer:

Lord God Almighty, help me to seek You more and more about every detail of my life and ministry.  Provide the people, the resources, and the plans to accomplish Your will in my life and the church I pastor.  Help me to be in tune with You at all times and not to stray from Your plans.  I want to make Your name great in this land.

Yours,
Jeff