Overview
Gispa served as an overseer of the Temple servants (Nethinim) during the time of Nehemiah's restoration of Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. He worked alongside other leaders to organize the workers who served in the Temple and ensure proper administration of Temple affairs during this critical period of spiritual renewal.
Key Scriptures
"And over the Levites: Hashabiah the son of Mattaniah, of the sons of the Levites, had the oversight of the outside work of the house of God" (Nehemiah 11:16, ESV). "And Gispa and Sibbecai were over the Nethinim" (Nehemiah 11:21, ESV). "All the Nethinim and the sons of Solomon's servants were one hundred and ninety-two" (Nehemiah 11:21, NASB).
Application
Gispa's faithful service in an administrative role demonstrates that all work done with diligence for the Lord's house—whether prominent or behind-the-scenes—contributes meaningfully to the community of faith.