In Exodus 31 we are introduced to two men named Bezaleel and Alohiab. These two men were representatives of a group of highly skilled craftsmen that made all that was necessary for the building of the tabernacle. As I read this yesterday I was reminded of a thought of how important it is for all God's children to recognize their God-given talents and use them in the work of the Lord for His glory.
In verses 3-5 God describes their abilities to us in this way, "I have filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in all knowledge, and in all workmanship, to devise cunning works, to work in gold, and in silver, and in brass, and in cutting of stones, to set them, and in carving of timber, to work in all manner of workmanship."
I cannot remember the name of the book I read many months ago in which the writer made a significant point regarding the use of our God-given talents. He said that every Christian could do great things for God if he only desired to do the work for which God had equipped him. Let me illustrate. If God had given to an individual talents in the field of music but that person does not appreciate those talents and finds no joy in them but seeks to achieve success in other areas with minimal skill he will never experience the same succes had he concentrated on using his God-given talents to their fullest.
A man that is passionate in using the talents God has given him and seeks to employ them to the fullest extent is a man that will do great things for God. Keep in mind we all are equipped to do great things if we are passionate about what God is passionate about for our lives.
Lord, give us the wisdom to recognize our talents and the grace to passionately use them for your honor and glory.
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