Refining trials of the righteous.

How do you look at opposition, disappointment or tragedy?

When trials come or the unknown diagnosis looms, do you erupt in anger? Are your thoughts steered toward the worst scenario?

Did you ever think that this had to happen before you could advance to the next level?

I have to admit that I’ve been on the doom and gloom side before. It’s not fun and it only causes stress and worry to overtake you.

I’m slowly learning that God is refining me, daily. He’s testing me to see if I trust Him. If I don’t trust Him with the little insignificant things that suddenly arise, then why would God advance me to a higher level of righteousness.

Just as a blacksmith places an object in the fire to mold it, so does God place things in our lives to see how we handle it.

I trust God with the outcome. He knows me. He knows my heart. He’s aware of my intentions.

So the next time something unexpected happens, look at it as an opportunity to grow in your faith.

Be optimistic and thankful that God chose you and He already knows your potential.

Let God refine you today.

Isaiah 48:10 - “See, I have refined you, though not as silver; I have tested you in the furnace of affliction.”