Email: [email protected] https://apostolicinternational.com/ Statement of beliefs: https://apostolicinternational.com/statement-of-beliefs The sermon: https://apostolicinternational.com/sermons/CRAFTED_FOR_PURPOSE_THE_ANOINTING_OF_BEZALEEL.pdf This sermon explores the divine calling of Bezaleel, found in Exodus 31:1–5, where God anoints him with wisdom, understanding, and skill to build sacred objects for the Tabernacle. Bezaleel’s name means “in the shadow of God,” signifying his spiritual covering and purpose. His lineage from the tribe of Judah highlights his blend of leadership and devotion, reminding us that God uses our unique background and talents for His glory.Bezaleel was not just a skilled craftsman—he was divinely empowered to create works of eternal significance, especially the Ark of the Covenant. His calling elevates the concept of work as worship, a theme echoed through the lives of historical artists like Michelangelo and Johann Sebastian Bach. Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling and Bach’s sacred compositions exemplify how dedication to craft, infused with spiritual purpose, can inspire generations and glorify God.The sermon contrasts such sacred craftsmanship with the idolatrous artistry condemned in Isaiah 44, where beautiful but empty monuments were built for false gods. Drawing from travels in Egypt, the speaker reflects on the grandeur of monuments like those of Ramses, which, despite their artistic brilliance, ultimately served fleeting human pride rather than divine purpose.Through this lens, the message challenges us to consider how we use our talents: Are we building for eternity or for temporary gain? Referencing 1 Corinthians 3:12–14, the sermon urges us to dedicate our skills—whether in art, teaching, parenting, or engineering—to God's mission. We’re invited to cultivate our gifts in community, seek excellence, and reflect Christ’s beauty in all we do.Bezaleel’s story becomes a powerful metaphor: we are all “crafted for purpose,” called to create with eternal impact, inspired by the divine to mirror God’s glory through our work.

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