All Kinds of Skills
Read This Week: Exodus 31
For six days work is to be done, but the seventh day is a day of sabbath rest, holy to the Lord. The Israelites are to observe the Sabbath, celebrating it for the generations to come as a lasting covenant. It will be a sign between me and the Israelites forever, for in six days the Lord made the heavens and the earth, and on the seventh day he rested and was refreshed. – Exodus 31:15-17 NIV
Exodus 31 is a powerful chapter highlighting the importance of divine calling, skillful work, and the necessity of rest. It introduces us to Bezalel and Oholiab, two artisans chosen by God to construct the Tabernacle, and also reaffirms the commandment of the Sabbath. It holds deep insights that are still relevant for us today, whether in our spiritual journeys, careers, or daily lives.
One of the most profound aspects is God’s direct appointment of Bezalel and Oholiab. In verses 2-6, God tells Moses that He has filled Bezalel with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge, and with all kinds of skills. Oholiab is also chosen to assist him. These men are not only talented but are also divinely equipped for their work.
This part reminds us that when God calls us to a task, He provides the necessary skills and abilities to accomplish it. Whether in ministry, family, business, or leadership, we can trust that God empowers us to fulfill our purpose. It is a call to stewardship—our skills and talents are not merely personal achievements but gifts from God meant for His glory.
God is deeply invested in the quality of work done for His purposes. The Tabernacle was functional and beautiful, with intricate designs, fine craftsmanship, and artistic expression. This shows that God values excellence, creativity, and skill in our work. Whatever our vocation, whether as contractors, engineers, teachers, or caregivers, we can take inspiration from Bezalel and Oholiab. Our work is an act of worship when done with diligence and excellence. Colossians 3:23 reinforces this principle in telling us that whatever we do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters.
After describing the work of the craftsmen, the section shifts to a vital command about the observance of the Sabbath (v. 12-17). God reaffirms that the Sabbath is a sign between Him and His people, a day of rest and consecration. In our culture, which often glorifies busyness and productivity, this passage is a needed reminder of the holiness of rest. God Himself rested on the seventh day, setting an example for us and showing that rest is not a sign of weakness but an act of trust. Trust that God sustains us even when we stop working. It rejuvenates us physically, emotionally, and spiritually, allowing us to spend more time with the Lord and be more effective in our work.
Just as Bezalel and Oholiab were called to craftsmanship, God has given each of us unique gifts and all kinds of skills. We must recognize our divine calling and seek to apply what God has called us to do, and we must learn how we can use our acumens, talents, resources, and margin to glorify Him. Whatever our job or passion, we do it wholeheartedly and strive for excellence. We pursue great work in our fields, knowing God values reasonable and skillful effort. But we must also make time for rest and worship as we prioritize Sabbath moments to reconnect with Jesus and refresh our souls.
This week in the life teaches us that work and worship are interconnected. We are called to use our God-given abilities to build, create, and serve, but we must also honor the rhythm of rest that God established. By doing so, we live out our divine purpose with diligence and dependence on the Father. He gives us all kinds of skills, even the ability and capacity to be with and glorify Him.
This week in Exodus chapter 31 I got a song
Servant’s
Let’s come together to worship our Lord let’s come together to worship our Lord, lifting our hands praising our king. We are praying your spirits fill our heart. We are praying your spirits fill our heart, sharing your love, joy and understanding we are servants of the Lord servant of the Lord shining bright with his glowing light, showing his love to others so let’s glow Bright like the stars in the night being the best servants of our Lord servants of our Lord amen
we all are so blessed that we are chosen by our Lord, and his spirit lives in us and when we do his work, we are blessed as we bless others Amen
Exodus Chapter 31 Verse 3
And I have filled him with the Spirit of God, and wisdom and ability, in understanding and intelligence, and in knowledge, and in all kinds of craftsmanship,
Exodus Chapter 31 Verse 4
To devise skillful works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in bronze,
Exodus Chapter 31 Verse 5
And in cutting of stones for setting, and in carving of wood, to work in all kinds of craftsmanship.
~Which Puzzle Piece Are You?~
God Is Saying To Me:
Now that I have your attention, remember I have chosen you to be set apart to do my work. Anything I ask of you it shall be spiritual. So move forward, dependent on the power of the Holy Spirit and My blessings and do whatever I ask of you heartily and skillfully, for work unto me.
What This Means To Me:
1. The Lord chooses us to be filled with the Holy Spirit to empower us, not to work for ourselves, but for His service and for us to be led by the Spirit and to be abundantly blessed.
2. God calls us to use our time and talents to glorify Him and for His good pleasure.
3. We are all called no matter our background or education. The Holy Spirit, Jesus, gives us all that is needed to serve Him and grow with Him, responding with obedience and motivation.
4. God can use all of us to build temples for Him, whether the temple is your heart, a physical place of worship or both. Let’s all strive to be the best puzzle pieces to the puzzle!
Do you ever consider how to position yourself for success? Ensuring that you are prepared to seize opportunities as they come your way? How do we do that? How can you position yourself for true success in life?
I have discovered that true success begins with your relationship with Jesus. When you grow strong in the Lord, every other of your life benefits as a result. His presence flows into every area, enriching and strengthening them.
So, if you want to excel in your career, start by walking closely with Jesus. If you desire a stronger marriage, invite Jesus into your relationship. If you long to be a better parent, a better friend, or a better person, I have found that it all begins with your connection to Jesus. The wisdom of the Lord, the gifts of the Lord, and the blessings of the Lord permeate every part of your life when He is at the center.
When God brings opportunities your way, He has already equipped you for them. As you remain faithful, He positions you to receive His blessings, and each new opportunity becomes part of a continuous flow of His goodness.
1. Position yourself for success by prioritizing Jesus.
2. Obey the Lord, take time to rest, and stay connected with Him and the family of God.
3. Trust that our Father in heaven knows what is best—His ways are perfect, and His plans always prevail.
Exodus 31:1 Now the Lord said to Moses, 2 “See, I have called by name Bezalel, son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah. 3 I have filled him with the Spirit of God in wisdom and skill, in understanding and intelligence, in knowledge, and in all kinds of craftsmanship,
God’s Blueprint for Your Life
Just as God gave detailed blueprints to Moses for building the tabernacle, He has a plan for your life, too. Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us that His plans are good—plans to give us hope and a future. You are not here by accident. You are part of God’s divine design.
God doesn’t just call us He helps us!
We’re building a family
He blesses us with His wisdom
He gives us understanding and knowledge
He fills us with gifts to help build His kingdom
In Exodus 31, Bezalel was filled with the Holy Spirit and given the skills needed to construct God’s tabernacle. In the same way, God has gifted you and me to fulfill His purpose. Whether it’s through teaching, serving, encouraging, creating, leading, or giving, your gifts are meant to build the family of God.
You Are the Church
You are the temple of God—His Spirit lives in you (1 Corinthians 3:16).
The wise man builds his house on the rock—when we follow God’s blueprint, our foundation is strong (Matthew 7:24-25).
Even though we have the Holy Spirit, it’s still our choice whether we listen and follow His lead. That’s why we want to grow in awareness of His voice to be listening to Him!
So we can recognize His guidance and obey it.
God has blessed you and me with so many gifts—not just for yourself, but to bring Him glory and help others. This year, let’s commit to:
Listening more closely to the Holy Spirit
Following His promptings wherever we go
Using our gifts for good, to build and strengthen His kingdom! A family❤️
God’s plans for you are greater than you can imagine. Trust His blueprint. Walk in His calling. And let Him work through you to do something extraordinary this year!️