Scripture: Exodus 25:3, And this is the contribution which you are to raise from them:
Matched ministry. The tabernacle required specific contributions for construction. Moses had to follow a detailed plan, God’s blueprint. But all the people were included, invited to participate. They invested a personal stake, their own offerings in accord to request.
Not what each person felt like giving. Not out of duty or duress. Not as a bribe to be a worker. An act of worship. An act of obedience. An act of promise. God led-Israel followed. What an excitement to watch the tabernacle built!
Mission in reply to God’s leading. An invitation to participate in God’s work; God’s way. How often do I ask what God would like me to give? Whether time or talent or money.
Nourish in me Lord, a giving spirit, available always to contribute to Your work, at Your invitation.
Psalm of Worship: Psalm 73:28
But as for me, the nearness of God is my good;
I have made the Lord my refuge,
That I may tell of all Thy works.
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