Exodus 35:35
He has filled them with skill to do all kinds of work as engravers,
designers, embroiderers in blue, purple and scarlet yarn and fine linen, and
weavers—all of them skilled workers and designers.
1 Corinthians 12:4-6
There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them. There
are different kinds of service, but the same Lord. There are different
kinds of working, but in all of them and in everyone it is the same
God at work.
This verse in Exodus 35 made my heart happy. God
gave instructions to the Israelites on how to build, design and decorate the
tabernacle. Every Israelite was asked to gather supplies, then God called those
with the gifts of crafting to work together and create a place of worship. My
heart smiled at this verse because I am an embroiderer, a crafter. If I'd lived
back then, I may have had the opportunity to put my hands to the task and please
God with my work.
God called his people to use their skills, their
gifts to work together and accomplish his request. Even though we may not be
building a tabernacle, we are building God's kingdom on this earth. When God
created me, he knew what my abilities would be. He made me to work with my
hands. I love creating. Embroidering beauty, crocheting, and writing. I have
been instilled with a love of nature and sharing what I know about God's
creation. When I chose to follow Jesus, the Holy Spirit added to those skills.
He gave me spiritual gifts enhanced by my natural abilities.
I love this about God. He knew me before I was
born. He understood my purpose. He calls me where he needs me. I'm thankful for
the gifts God has given me, and I pray each day for his guidance as I work for
him.
My life verse:
1 Thessalonians 4:11-2
Make it your ambition to lead a quiet life: You should mind your own business
and work with your hands, just as we told you, so that your daily
life may win the respect of outsiders and so that you will not be
dependent on anybody.
