How can we seek God's wisdom in our work, like Huram? Setting the Scene 2 Chronicles 2:13: “Now I am sending you Huram-abi, a skillful man endowed with understanding.” Solomon asked King Hiram for help building the temple. Hiram responded by sending Huram-abi, whose craftsmanship and insight were recognized as gifts from God. Huram’s example shows that wisdom for work is not merely human aptitude; it is imparted by the Lord for His purposes. Huram’s God-Given Wisdom • Skillful: He mastered bronze, gold, silver, iron, stone, wood, fabric, and engraving (v. 14). • Endowed with understanding: His expertise was described in spiritual terms—wisdom from God, not merely learned technique. • Purpose-driven: All his ability served the construction of the temple, the visible place of God’s presence. • Collaborative: He worked under Solomon’s leadership while cooperating with many other artisans. Principles for Seeking God’s Wisdom in Our Work • Ask boldly (James 1:5): “If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously… and it will be given to him.” • Acknowledge God as the source (Proverbs 2:6): “For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding.” • Offer your skills back to Him (Romans 12:1): present your body—your whole working self—as a living sacrifice. • Align motives with eternal purposes (Matthew 6:33): seek His kingdom first, and your work finds its proper place. • Work wholeheartedly (Colossians 3:23): “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men.” • Commit plans to the Lord (Proverbs 16:3): “Commit your works to the LORD and your plans will be achieved.” • Honor teamwork (1 Corinthians 3:9): “For we are God’s fellow workers.” Wisdom often comes through Spirit-led collaboration. Cultivating a Huram-like Heart Today 1. Stay teachable: keep learning technical skills while leaning on the Spirit for insight. 2. Guard integrity: wisdom and character are inseparable (Proverbs 10:9). 3. Worship through workmanship: let excellence itself be praise to God (Exodus 31:2-5; Bezalel). 4. Serve leaders and bless colleagues: wisdom flows through humble service, not self-promotion. 5. Keep the mission central: view every task as contributing to God’s “temple” work—building up His people (Ephesians 2:19-22). Promises to Stand On • Psalm 90:17: “May the favor of the Lord our God rest upon us; establish for us the work of our hands.” • Isaiah 48:17: “I am the LORD your God who teaches you to profit, who leads you in the way you should go.” • 1 Chronicles 28:20: “Be strong and courageous and do the work… the LORD God… will not fail you.” A Closing Encouragement Just as God filled Huram’s mind with understanding for temple craftsmanship, He delights to infuse your daily labor with His wisdom. Seek Him first, consecrate your skills, work with excellence and humility, and watch Him turn ordinary tasks into instruments of eternal significance. |
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