Refinement Process

“If the world hates you, remember that it hated me first.”

JOHN 15:18

Self-reliance is the enemy of the house of God. What can a human - a creation by the most high God - do for the creator of the moon and stars? Self-thought - self ability - is not giving your heart and mind to God. We must no longer live through our human nature tendencies as to allow Jesus to do his work in us. All things are God's. When all reliance is on God - all is made whole in God. 

This is how metal is purified and re-formed. It must be burned in the fire, so a new shape may emerge. You are being made into a beautiful new creation set apart for the purpose of him - for Jesus. His will is to allow his Holy Spirit to live in you - so abandon your heart and mind to God. 

Salvation is a free gift and plan conceived and created by God, not man. Man cannot fathom God, though every effort is made to do so. Jesus Christ is the good news. He is risen and has freed us from our sins. Salvation is not an isolated experience but rather a new way to live your life - the way to heaven through Christ. Salvation occurs in the giving over your understanding and turning from your old ways to his way. The evidence of salvation is found in the life you live going forward from the initial experience.

For those that find it difficult to get to God, never commiserate with them, lest they bring you down with them. We do not rationalize why God is difficult, but rather present the good news of salvation in the name of Jesus Christ. We believe Jesus is the risen Lord by faith and follow him in truth. This is how the Holy Spirit is born in you and creates a new voice guide inside of you. It is where the truth is revealed in you and his will can be done through you.

“Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from me you can do nothing.” John 15:5 

“Because of the privilege and authority God has given me, I give each of you this warning: Don’t think you are better than you really are. Be honest in your evaluation of yourselves, measuring yourselves by the faith God has given us.” Romans 12:3 

“For I hold you by your right hand—I, the Lord your God. 

And I say to you, Don’t be afraid. I am here to help you.” Isaiah 41:13 

“Using a dull ax requires great strength, so sharpen the blade. 

That’s the value of wisdom; it helps you succeed.” Ecclesiastes 10:10