“They
saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each
of them.” Acts 2:3 NIV
I am not a pyromaniac. I am not
fascinated with fire. My job as an early teen was to reduce the week’s garbage
from a large pile of waste to a small pile of ash in the old burn barrel. While
it was a warming activity on a cold winter day, it was still not a chore I
relished. Whether I liked it or not, however, the fire did its job. Fire can do
a fine job or it can do great destruction. The intent and care with which it is
used will determine the outcome.
Fire is used to remove the dross
from the gold. It makes something of great value from something of little
value. God’s refining fire of the Holy Spirit is designed to remove the dross
from our lives. He purifies us for Himself that we might shine with the
brilliance of fine gold in the bright light of His countenance. Refined and
readied by the Holy Spirit we become the fine ornament of His grace that will
attract the world to the God of salvation.
Dear
Father, Thank You for the refiner’s fire. Let me gladly shed the dross and
shine for You. Amen.
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