In the same way, the Word proves real believers. Although we find an all-round, pastoral ministry challenging and convicting at times, we will willingly put ourselves under it. Because it is having a sanctifying effect. It is purifying the gold of our graces and the Master s face is being reflected more in us. Unregenerate Christians will be found out just here.
Fire destroys things.
It is very destructive. Whatever is combustible, fire will consume. A history of this stretches behind us. In the time of Israel, the oracles of God were held within the nation, but think of Rahab and Ruth, and other proselytes. Think of the ministry of the apostles.