Moses

March 10

Exodus 35:10, 30-35

Craftsmen needed

Moses said to the people of Israel, “This is what the Lord has commanded: All the skilled workers are to come and make the Tent of the Lord, the Covenant Box, the table, the lampstand, the two altars, and all the fittings.”

Then God chose a man from the tribe of Judah and gave him the skill, ability, and understanding to do every kind of work. The Lord also gave him a helper from the tribe of Dan to teach their crafts to others. So Bezalel and his helper, Oholiab, received the list of instructions from Moses and started working.

How can I use my talents for God?

God has given each of us talents and abilities to do certain things well. Even if others have the same talent as you, your talent is special because you are unique—with different strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes. The way you were brought up, the help and encouragement you receive from others, and even the hardships in your life can help develop abilities you may not even know you have.

If you are wondering whether God could actually use your abilities, remember that He made you the way He wanted you to be. He put everything inside you that you need to please Him. God is not waiting for you to be perfect; He wants to use you right now—just the way you are. And if you think you don’t have a special talent, remember that whatever you are good at is an ability God has given you.

Use your abilities for His glory. Humbly honor God when you are praised, and look for ways to help and encourage others.

Verse for today

For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ephesians 2:10