Creativity Given by Holy Spirit....

“See, I have chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, and I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills — to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver and bronze, to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts.”(Exodus 31:2-5)

The New Testament provides instruction on the gifts of the Holy Spirit which God bestows on believers; gifts like wisdom, faith, prophecy, healing, teaching, helping and speaking in tongues. But this Old Testament story conveys a broader picture of the working of the Holy Spirit in our lives.

God, the originator of beauty and creativity, gives His creation – us – the ability to create. Listen to the words used to describe the artistic ability of these people:

• “See, the LORD has chosen Bezalel…and He has filled him with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability and knowledge in all kinds of crafts.” (Exodus 35:30-31)
• “And [God] has given both him and Oholiab…the ability to teach others.” (35:34)
• “[God] has filled them with skill” (35:35)
• “All who are skilled among you are to come and make everything the LORD has commanded.” (35:10)

God chose them, filled them, gave them ability and then He called them to create beauty for His Tabernacle. Do you have the ability to paint or draw, build or design, sew or weave, write or act, sing or dance? God bestowed these talents on you. He put these skills in your life for you to use to bring glory to His name.

Joy and purpose flow through me at the thought that God gave me skills for a reason! How will you use what God has given you?

Holy God, You created us to create. Fill me with the Spirit of God, with skill, ability and knowledge. May I use what You have given me for Your glory. Amen