Divine Calling and Obedience

Lessons from Exodus 31

Introduction:

Exodus 31 narrates God’s directive to Moses regarding the construction of the tabernacle and the necessity of ordained individuals for this sacred task.

Additionally, God establishes the observance of the Sabbath as a covenantal sign between Himself and His people.

Key Insights:

1. Divine Appointment: Exodus 31:1-11 illustrates God’s deliberate selection and empowerment of individuals with specific skills to fulfill His divine purposes. 

This pattern of divine calling and equipping continues today, as God reveals His intentions through visions, His Word, or prophetic declarations, summoning individuals to unique roles within His Kingdom.

2. Sabbath Observance: Exodus 31:12-17 emphasizes the importance of honoring the Sabbath as a sacred day of rest and commemoration of God’s creative and redemptive work. 

Compliance with God’s commandments regarding Sabbath observance not only reflects obedience but also signifies reverence for His established order.

3. Remembrance through Testimony: Exodus 31:18 concludes with the provision of tablets inscribed with God’s commandments, serving as a tangible reminder of His instructions. 

While we no longer receive literal tablets, God’s enduring Word, encapsulated in the Bible, serves as a timeless testament to His will and guidance for humanity.

Conclusion:

Exodus 31 underscores the ongoing divine call to individuals for distinct roles within the body of Christ, emphasizing the significance of Sabbath observance and adherence to God’s Word.

Let us honor God’s call, embrace Sabbath rest, and cherish His Word in our hearts.

Take Action: Trust God to empower and guide you in fulfilling the calling He has placed upon your life.

Eric Otchere is devoted to proclaiming the entirety of God’s counsel through systematic preaching and writing, drawing practical lessons from every book of the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation.