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… — Exodus 31:2-4 (NIV)

People often ask where my ideas for devotions come from. Many are sparked by the Holy Spirit during my prayer time each morning, but they also come from conversations with people in my life. I’ve said this before (in fact, I think even just yesterday, too) but it bears repeating, when I hear the same thing repeated in a short span of time, I believe it is something that is important to talk about. That’s where today’s devotion comes in. We all have gifts and each one is important.

When we think of biblical heroes, we often picture kings, prophets, and warriors – people like David, Moses, or Elijah. But in the book of Exodus is a man named Bezalel, who didn’t lead armies or call down fire from heaven. He was an artist, appointed by God, filled with the Holy Spirit, and tasked with building the Tabernacle, the sacred place where God would dwell among His people.

Bezalel reminds us that God calls and equips people in all fields, not just the pulpit or the battlefield. God filled Bezalel with divine wisdom and skill, not to speak to crowds, but to craft beauty for worship. His hands shaped the Ark of the Covenant, the golden lampstand, and the sacred furnishings that represented God’s presence.

We often underestimate the spiritual value of creativity. But God doesn’t. He chose Bezalel not just because of his talent, but because He had anointed him. God saw craftsmanship as holy work.

Are you a teacher, an artist, a builder, or someone who works behind the scenes? Bezalel’s story is proof that your gifts matter to God. Your role may not be flashy, but it is no less sacred. God uses creative hands and thoughtful minds to shape environments where others can encounter Him.

Just like Bezalel’s craftsmanship became a sacred offering, our work and even our hobbies can become acts of worship when we do them with a heart devoted to God. Whether you’re painting, gardening, coding, baking, teaching, or fixing cars… when you dedicate your work to glorify God, serve others, and reflect His creativity, it becomes more than just a task. It becomes a form of worship that can be lived out every day when we offer our time, talents, and efforts to God with excellence, gratitude, and integrity.