In life we will inevitably go through difficult times like a divorce, loss of a loved one, loss of a job, sickness, legal issues, tough time during marriage, infertility and so many other trials we could name. However, as we go through those trying times, or what we are calling the FIRE, you are being refined. It is a preparation for the greater that is to come. Those impurities of self doubt, broken hearts, fear, brokenness…are being burned away. Just like like the refinement of gold process. The metal goes through the FIRE to remove impurities to come out GOLD….this gold after its refinement process is worth a LOT! The purer, the more refined the gold is the greater the worth! Glory!!!
Every trial, every negative situation, not only does God mean it for your good, you are coming out better, stronger, wiser…purer and more refined! Your value increases and you are better prepared for your GREATER!
So today, and every day, don’t forget to Bless God for the FIRE! It will be difficult and it isn’t always easy to think about your increased value and how much better you will be after you go through. However, do your best to be intentional in writing down what impurities will be burned away as you go through! Because in the end your value will increase and you will come out GOLD!!!
Have you ever been working on a project, reading a book, writing, etc and then all of sudden mess up something? It is in that moment you’ve lost your focus…you became distracted. Either social media, phone calls, or thoughts, something has pulled your focus away and while you may still be doing what you were distracted from, your mind isn’t focused on it…therefore a mistake may occur.
Many people around the world, especially couples, celebrate this Day of Love or Valentine’s Day! One of the best ways to 
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