Steve Saint needed a car that could fly. But with no Chitty Chitty Bang Bang on the market, he prayerfully and creatively began to build one. His labor of love reflects the love he has for the Waodani tribe in Ecuador. Steve’s father, Nate Saint, was a pilot and missionary who died at the hands of the Waodani in 1956. Over the years, Steve has faithfully ministered to the tribe. His ingenious Maverick car, which uses a parachute for flight, will allow greater access to Waodani villages in the Amazon, as well as to other remote parts of the world.

Moses needed some skilled, creative people to produce something new—the tabernacle (Exodus 35). The special tentlike structure, where God would meet (or tabernacle) with His people Israel, was an artist’s dream—featuring materials such as gold, silver, bronze, linen, wood, and gemstones (Exodus 35:5-9). Moses summoned all the “gifted craftsmen” (Exodus 35:10) he could find to create what God had inspired (Exodus 35:5).

God’s people were passionate about the project. Their “hearts were stirred” and their “spirits were moved” as they gave selflessly to see the tabernacle become a reality (Exodus 35:21). A man named Bezalel, who possessed “expertise in all kinds of crafts” led the design and development team (Exodus 35:31). In time, the tabernacle was completed, and God— in all His glory—met with His people there.

You might be saying, “Okay, Steve Saint and Bezalel used their creativity and drive to make some amazing things, but I’m about as creative as a rock.” Not true! Each of us is “God’s masterpiece” and He has “good things” in mind for us to create and complete (Ephesians 2:10).

Consider what issues and projects you’re facing today. Instead of becoming overwhelmed or feeling inadequate, tap into God’s creativity and use your skills to glorify Him!

NLT 365-day reading plan passage for today: Acts 15:1-21