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Exodus 35:1-35

Contents: People instructed as to the tabernacle. The gifts of the people for the work.

Characters: God, Moses, Bezaleel, Aholiab.

Conclusion: God loves a cheerful giver and is best pleased with a free-will offering. Our gifts are our acknowledgment that we receive all from Him and dedicate all to Him.

Key Word: Gifts, Exodus 35:5.

Strong Verses: Exodus 35:21; Exodus 35:29.

Striking Facts: If we cannot do what others do for God, we are not to sit still and no nothing. Though our offering gains us no reputation with men, if given according to ability, it does not fail of acceptance with Him. (2 Corinthians 8:12).

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