Refined for His Purposes - 12/21/21

Refined for His Purposes

Hey Family, today as read through 2 Timothy 2, a blaring image came to mind. Gold being refined. And it dawn on me that just like gold, we too can be refined. It will take time. It may be painful as our impurities are stripped away. However, when the process is complete and we are made new by the hands of our Creator and Savior, we will be ready for every good work God's will has for us. 

Today's Prayer

"Dear Heavenly Father, we thank You for Your word that reveals to us insight into the depths of Your heart and mind. In it we see many of the purposes that You have called us to that will ultimately aid us in leading a life that will be Holy, blameless, and refined like gold for Your Kingdom purposes and the Day of the Lord. Help us, Lord, to not take this for granted, because You deserve far greater than just recognize, You deserve and desire our whole hearts and lives. In Christ Jesus name we pray, Amen."

Scripture

The Ways of this World Stripped Away

2 Timothy 2:14‭-‬26

"Keep reminding God’s people of these things. Warn them before God against quarreling about words; it is of no value, and only ruins those who listen. Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. Avoid godless chatter, because those who indulge in it will become more and more ungodly. Their teaching will spread like gangrene. Among them are Hymenaeus and Philetus, who have departed from the truth. They say that the resurrection has already taken place, and they destroy the faith of some. Nevertheless, God’s solid foundation stands firm, sealed with this inscription: “The Lord knows those who are his,” and, “Everyone who confesses the name of the Lord must turn away from wickedness.” In a large house there are articles not only of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some are for special purposes and some for common use. Those who cleanse themselves from the latter will be instruments for special purposes, made holy, useful to the Master and prepared to do any good work. Flee the evil desires of youth and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart. Don’t have anything to do with foolish and stupid arguments, because you know they produce quarrels. And the Lord’s servant must not be quarrelsome but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, not resentful. Opponents must be gently instructed, in the hope that God will grant them repentance leading them to a knowledge of the truth, and that they will come to their senses and escape from the trap of the devil, who has taken them captive to do his will."

Quote of the Day

The fires of refinement come with a cost, but also with a promise. His grace has been extended forth to you for restoration, confirmation, strengthening, and being established in Him.

- Robin Bertram

Have a blessed day! 🙂

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