Psalm 66:10 (NKJV) 10 For You, O God, have tested us; You have refined us as silver is refined.
The process of refining silver is tedious, once the proper amount of heat is applied the impurities in the metal rise to the surface and must be carefull skimmed off to get pure silver. When silver has reached its maxium potential, it must continually be polished and cherished. The psalmist says, "You ave refined us," what is that to me, I am so glad you asked.
God loves His creation so much He is willing to put any effort into making a finished product that is pleasing to Him. You and I are created beings and as His special people we are created for "good works." Titus 2:14 Our Father loves us so much He has designed into us the ability to meet anothers need, just as God meets every need we have. However, the blessings that are shared with others cannot be truly enjoyed until we have been through the fires of trials. This purifying work is often uncomfortable and undesirable, yet God's promise is to go through the process with us. Are you struggling today, take heart Jesus has been there, is life hurting, He has made a way, is life too much to bear, He is the way, won't you trust Him today?
Heavenly Father may we embrace the trial that You may be exhalted in our lives, refine me Lord that others may see You. Amen
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