1 Kings 7:13-26
For the fabrication of the tabernacle and of the items it contained, the LORD had designated Bezaleel, a skilled craftsman, filled "with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, and in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship . . ." (Exodus 31:2-3). For the manufacture of the objects of brass (or rather bronze), Solomon calls upon Hiram, king of Tyre, also a workman "filled with wisdom, and understanding, and cunning to work all works in brass" (v. 14). May we also possess similar spiritual qualities; then the Lord will be able to use us to do all kinds of tasks, for there is no shortage of such.
Hiram’s first project is the casting of the two brazen pillars with their splendid chapiters. We are reminded of the Lord’s promise to the church at Philadelphia, "Him that overcometh will I make a pillar in the temple of my God . . .". "Thou hast a little strength . . . " is what He said to those believers (Revelation 3:12; Revelation 3:8). But the names of these pillars, Jachin and Boaz, respectively signify, "He will establish", and "In Him is strength". Precious answer to the present condition of the redeemed: little strength on earth! stability and strength for ever in the heaven of glory which the temple represents!