February 4th, 26: Exodus 37 - 38; Psalm 19; Acts 11: Daily Bible in a Year

Welcome to the Daily Radio Bible podcast! In today’s episode for February 4th, Hunter invites us to gather around the warmth of God’s presence as we continue our journey through the Scriptures on day 35. This episode features readings from Exodus chapters 37 and 38, Psalm 19, and Acts chapter 11, where we explore the skilled craftsmanship of Bezalel, the beauty of God's creation, and the expanding reach of the gospel.

As Hunter reflects on the story of Bezalel—the temple builder living “in the shadow of God”—we’re reminded that God is creating something even more precious today: a temple made of living stones, crafted from the lives of His people. The episode weaves these ancient texts into modern encouragement, calling us to find our place and purpose in the masterpiece God is building.

Amid the deep winter of February, Hunter shares personal reflections and prayers for renewal, hope, and faithful steps through the season, reminding us that—even now—God is able to do amazing things. Whether joining in scripture, prayer, or simple encouragement, this episode is all about living in the reality of Christ’s love and presence.

TODAY'S DEVOTION:

He is the master builder—and we are his masterpiece. When I was a kid, I was fascinated by shadows. There was a mystery in how they followed me, mimicking every movement, always with me but never the real thing. Today in Exodus, we hear about Bezalel, the master craftsman who built the tabernacle: a structure made of gold, silver, and precious materials, carefully crafted, beautiful and spectacular. Yet, as remarkable as it is, it’s just a shadow—a copy of something far greater, of the true temple in heaven.

Bezalel’s very name means “in the shadow of God.” He worked under the shadow of a master craftsman even greater than himself—Jesus. Jesus is building a temple too, but not with gold and silver. He’s using something more precious: people. You and I are living stones, carefully fit together, placed into God’s house by his gentle and powerful hand. Christ is the master builder, building something beautiful out of our lives. As First Peter says, we are living stones, a spiritual temple, and holy priests offering spiritual sacrifices that please God.

The craftsmanship of Bezalel is delightful; it’s amazing and intricate. But the true reality, the masterpiece, is what Jesus is doing. He is making a home—a dwelling and meeting place for God and us—a place of forgiveness, renewal, and communion. It’s not confined to shadows, but is alive and real in the life of Christ.

So today, let’s rejoice in the master creator who has made us a part of his very life. Let’s not live merely in the shadow, but step fully into the reality of Christ. Jesus is building something wonderful, and you are included. Let’s make our home in him; it’s where we belong, it’s where we’re meant to be.

That’s the prayer that I have for my own soul. That’s the prayer I have for my family, for my wife, my daughters, and my son. And that’s a prayer that I have for you. May it be so.