Nobody wants a gift if it's not given voluntarily.
The historian tells us that after hearing Moses' presentation from God, they were inspired. They brought so much gifts of precious metals and costly cloths for the construction of God's tent, that Moses had to tell them to stop.
And the two artists were not only thrilled to receive their artisitic gifts, they were also excited to teach others to craft their ware.
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Think about your faith story: how have you experienced the generosity and excitement inspired by God's presence? How have you expressed this generosity?
Presently, what situation or relationship in your life do you most encounter God's presencet? Reflect on what it means to have God's present in your life at this time?
Do you feel inspired to express your gratitude with an act of kindness? Who could you blessed with an act of kindness?
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What
is God saying to you today? What's Good News to you?
Talk to God about the times you have been inspired by the knowledge of God's presence. Thank God for the ways he is generous to forgive, generous to bless you with his presence, and generous to receive your offerings.
Pray about the relationships and situations where you most feel God's presence. Ask God for the inspiration and genorosity to respond in an act of kindness.
Pray for the receipients of your act of kindness. Pray for the wisdom and opportunity to pass your gratitude forward.
Pray for an experience of God's love, grace and mercy in the way he inspires you with his presence, and the ways his blessing overflows from you to others.