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“And now I have sent a skilful man, endowed with understanding, Huram, my master craftsman… skilled to work in gold and silver, bronze and iron, stone and wood, purple and blue, fine linen and crimson, and to make any engraving…” (2Chronicles 2:13-14 (NKJV))
Solomon was building the temple of Israel when the King of Tyre learned about his effort to assemble a skilled team for this monumental task. This information led the King of Tyre, who recognized his allegiance to King David, to write a letter recommending a particularly talented individual to Solomon. The man was referred to as the King’s “master craftsman,” a term that carries a profound meaning.
The word “master” comes from Hebrew and means lord, ruler, and leader. By sending this master craftsman, the King was endorsing someone who stood at the pinnacle of his craft.
From this account, we can glean four important traits about this master craftsman:
1. He was exceptionally skilled in a specific area.
2. His capabilities were so noteworthy that they earned him a recommendation from the King.
3. He possessed the ability to teach others his craft.
4. He was a team player, capable of collaborating effectively with others.
Being a master in one’s field involves instructing others and working harmoniously in a team setting: “to accomplish any plan assigned to him, with your skilled men and the skilled men of my lord David, your father.” This highlights the importance of adaptability and cooperation, even when working with professionals from diverse backgrounds. For us, as individuals striving to fulfil God’s purpose, it’s essential to master any work assigned to us.
The scripture from Ecclesiastes 9:10 resonates deeply: “Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest.” When we embrace our identity as children of God, He equips us with unique gifts that we are to refine and master. Let us utilize those gifts to impact others positively, share our knowledge, and gain recognition for our work worldwide.
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