February 12, 2011
Labor of Love
The building of the tabernacle was a labor of love. Moses repeatedly says that the people acted willingly. Their hearts were stirred and their spirits were moved. (Ex 25:20, 22, 26,29) The eagerly used their gifts and gave more than enough materials to build the tent of meeting. (Ex 36:2, 5). Oh that this were true of the spiritual house of the Lord, the church. Unfortunately, 10% of the people do 90% of the work in the church. How we have convinced ourselves that it is okay to attend services without rendering any service is beyond me. The New Testament makes it clear that we too should willingly offer our gifts, treasure even our lives to building the house of the Lord (Rom 12:1-2, 1Co 12:7, 2Co 12:15, 1Pe 4:10, 1Thes 1:3, 2:8-9). God, send a spirit of revival to your church that we might build her up and that she might be an example, drawing people to herself and to you. Lord, let them come to your people and your house and find you (1Co 14:24-25).
February 13, 2011
Hur the Obscure
Bezalel is one of the unsung heroes of the Old Testament. He was the master craftsman behind the building of the tabernacle, but not many people would recognize his name. His grandfather was equally obscure. (Ex 38:22) Hur plays a small role in helping Aaron hold Moses hands in the air to invoke the power of God the defeat the Amalekites (Ex 17). I know one person who was proud of Bezalel…his grandpa! I suspect that Bezalel learned his craft and his eye for perfection from his dad and his grandfather. In addition to holding the arms of Moses, Hur blessed Israel with an expert workman who was able to follow God’s blueprint for the tabernacle. Are you seeking great things for yourself? Do not seek them (Jer 45:5). Though your life might seem insignificant in the eyes of man, God has a plan for you and He values your contribution.
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