Building God's House

The Lord has been speaking to me about building Him a house, both through Moses and Solomon. A house that's completely dedicated to Him, to lift up His name and declare His goodness. It seems like only after we encounter the love of God and His wonderful presence do our hearts burst forth with desire to build His house. When we see His beauty and are changed by His love, then we seek to glorify Him alone. That's the first step, encountering His love births the desire to build Him a house that He can dwell.
Then the workers are gathered. Neither Moses nor Solomon could do it by themselves. They needed help. Exodus 35:30 Moses says 'the Lord has called Bezaleel and has filled him with the Spirit of God, in wisdom, understanding, knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship'. There must be unity there, and a willingness for Moses to believe in what God had done in Bezaleel. He may not have even liked this guy but he heard the voice of the Lord say 'I've anointed this man'. Personal preferences and whether or not we 'like' someone should be put to the side. If not, it will be a work of the flesh and not God's house.
Also, the materials must be gathered. I love what it says in Exodus 35:21, 'and they came, every one who's heart was stirred and in those His Spirit made willing, and they brought their offerings to the Lord.' They brought earrings, bracelets, gold, silver, brass, wood, fine linen, precious stones, spices, and anointing oil. Moses didn't beg these people. Nor did he command them to do so. He said if it's in your heart do it. They brought their offerings and it was holy unto the Lord. Let us give out of a pure heart for God sees the heart, not the outward appearance. A few chapters later Moses had to forbid the people to bring any more because they had too much! Haha yes Lord! Would You stir up the hearts and spirits of Your people in this day!
Then came the construction of His house. Not only was Bezaleel anointed but also countless others to do all of the workings which needed to be done. Do you think these people were paid to do it? I doubt it. They gave unto God their precious time and energy because of their love for Him, and they gave in to the stirring in their hearts. It's a choice. We have a free will. God stirs and we choose to walk in it. Oh God let your people who are called by Your name humble themselves and pray and seek your face that You would stir up their hearts to build You a house to dwell in.