How does God-given wisdom in Exodus 35:34 inspire our teaching of others today? A quick look at the verse “ And He has given both him and Oholiab son of Ahisamach, of the tribe of Dan, the ability to teach others.” — Exodus 35:34 God’s pattern on display • Skill comes straight from the Lord (Exodus 35:31) • The same God immediately couples skill with “the ability to teach others” (Exodus 35:34) • Purpose: the Tabernacle could not be built by two men alone; the whole community had to learn and join in Why this still speaks to every teacher today • Source: Wisdom is a gift, not self-generated (James 1:5; Proverbs 2:6) • Stewardship: God never intends us to hoard His gifts (1 Peter 4:10) • Scope: Teaching is broader than a classroom—family, workplace, church, neighborhood (Deuteronomy 6:6-7) Hallmarks of God-given wisdom in teaching 1. Humble dependence on the Giver (1 Corinthians 4:7) 2. Clarity that serves learners, not the ego 3. Practical demonstration—Bezalel showed as he spoke 4. Reproducibility—others could now do the work themselves (2 Timothy 2:2) 5. Alignment with God’s redeeming plan—the Tabernacle pointed to Christ (Hebrews 9:11-12) Practical take-home actions • Begin every lesson preparation with prayerful acknowledgement: “Lord, this wisdom is Yours.” • Pair explanation with hands-on modeling; people remember what they see you do. • Invite apprentices: bring someone alongside you just as Bezalel did. • Celebrate learners’ progress; their growth glorifies God, not diminishes you. • Keep Scripture central; God’s Word carries the authority (2 Timothy 3:16-17). Encouragement for every believer If God equipped craftsmen for tent curtains and golden lampstands, He certainly equips parents, pastors, youth leaders, and coworkers for the holy task of shaping lives today. Ask, receive, and then pass it on. |
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