[[-SOAP HUB]] | [[-Exodus Overview]] | [[Exodus 38]] ## Title: Giving For A Higher Purpose ## Scripture: (Exodus 38:8) “He made the large basin of bronze and its pedestal of bronze from the mirrors of the women who served at the entrance of the tent of meeting.” (NET) ## Observation: While the Bible does not say directly, it is possible these women had received these mirrors when leaving Egypt. The Bible says that the Egyptians gave many things to them for various reasons as they were leaving. While in slavery, they probably did not have access to mirrors. They had received these “blessings” so that they could be prepared to build God’s House. When we see the blessings of God as something God has given us so that we can bless others, we begin to see how the kingdom of God works. God does not bless us just so that we can sit back and think well of ourselves. He blesses us then gives us the chance to be a blessing to others. Once we realize how wonderful it is to be His hands and feet, we begin to realize the chance to bless others is one of the greatest gifts we have received. ## Application: How has God blessed you and positioned you to be a blessing to others? ## Prayer: Thank You, Jesus, for the chance to be a blessing to others.