The Refiner's fire (Part 3) The Silversmiths Reflection

 

In order to attain to our high calling of God in Christ Jesus, we must begin the day with our Saviour. The very first out-breathing of our soul in the morning should be for the presence of God. We can do nothing without Jesus, it is Him we need; his light, his life, his spirit, must be ours continually. We need Jesus every minute of the hour.

 

 

 

This is the 192^nd letter:

 

Text for the day: Malachi 3:3 (New King James Version)

 

“And He shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver.”

 

 

Our Theme for the day: “THE REFINER’S FIRE” (Part 3) The Silversmiths Reflection

 

Today we come to the close of our series, and we thank you for your comments.

 

 

Our Devotional

 

Have you ever sat back and read the bible wondering what is the hidden meaning behind the scripture you have just read? At times this can cause quite a conversation piece to those you come in contact with. Yet other times you can go through weeks pondering on that one scripture text or word. While reading the third chapter of Malachi there pops out a remarkable expression in the third verse: "And He shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver." In order for one to fully appreciate this text, one needs to have knowledge of the work of a silversmith.

The work of the silversmith is made up mostly of sitting and watching. As they sit, their eyes must be steadily fixed on the furnace, for if the time necessary for refining be exceeded in the slightest degree, the silver will be injured. Our text today says, "He shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver." Does this mean that God through His Holy Spirit sees it needful to put His children into a furnace of hardship? There is much debate over this point today on do people truly benefit from hardship and misfortune?

 

On a world view on this subject 56% say yes, while 26% say no that we benefit from hardship and misfortune. The other 18% have not decided. Some have gone on to say that, “"Pain is the anvil on which character is wrought" and it seems to hold true. We often do not learn life's lessons from easy and abundant living. We also do not grow as human beings by having it all. We do, however, begin to appreciate all we have when something or someone is taken from us. Time and experience benefit all beings. From hardship we may learn generosity and from misfortune we may learn kindness. Life will always throw us a hand that we do not wish to play. It can be so unfair and so unyielding. All we can do is play the hand we're dealt and do the very best we can with it.

Today Jesus is working on our behalf before the Father. His eyes are steadily and intently on the work of purifying. We are reminded, “And he shall sit as a refiner and purifier of silver: and he shall purify the sons of Levi, and purge them as gold and silver, that they may offer unto the LORD an offering in righteousness. (Malachi 3:3) We need to dispel the notion, that trials come by God to punish us. God does not bring trials, (Job chapter 1 and 2), but He allows them to come our way to bring out the best in all of us. Soon the day will come when Jesus will gather the faithful servants of His father unto Himself. Angels will help in that process, (Matthew 24:31). On that day He shall see His own image reflected in the redeemed. Like the silversmith He will say, “The process of purifying is completed, welcome home”!

Just as a silversmith’s chief occupation is to make and repair articles of silver and gold. Jesus chief occupation is to make mankind over again, and repair them to the image of God. When was the last time you saw the beauty, and felt the comforting touch of God in your life? May God bless you, as you yield yourself to the will and method of refining!

 

 

 

This letter was written by Elder Kevin Santucci

 

 

Join us next time for another ray of sunshine from Garden Ministry when we shall look at, “Faithful Father.”

 

 

Song of the day

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Our Prayer for today:

 

In humble hearts we come to thee dear Lord, except our prayer today. Forgive our complaining, renew our faith, and show us what to do. The days, in which we live, are faced with opposition and difficulty so great. But help us look to you for strength, and guide us always. Jesus name, Amen.

 

 

Prayer Request

 

Community / International Prayer

 

Let us pray for all volunteer workers around the world today.

 

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Bermuda

Let us pray for the family of the late Inez Smith who has passed.

 

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Would you pray for Morris Peniston who is very sick?

 

Prayer is asked for Pastor Alvin Goulbourne Sr.

 

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Around the world:

We have had many calls and e-mails for people those who are with-out jobs in our communities. Let us set aside time today to pray for them and their needs.

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