Proverbs 17:3 The refining pot is for silver and the furnace for gold, But the Lord tests the hearts.

James 1:12 Blessed is the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.

The word, “TRIED” used here is “DOKIMOS” ; and it signifies an APPROVAL or ACCEPTANCE. And this approval is after you have been tested. BECAUSE APPROVAL COMES ONLY AFTER TESTING OR DISTINGUISHING A THING.

In those days, the word is used of coins and metals which are cast into a furnace to see if they are good or worthy.

“The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold” – Proverbs 17:3

The fire is what tests and distinguishes the good metals from the bad. Hence, this is how APPROVAL happens – BY FIRE.

Having taken some exams myself, I agree that some TESTS or EXAMS are too tough and hard.😅 But this is how your instructor can confidently pass you and be assured that you won’t disappoint out there, and that you will give a good account of the training you have received. In fact, THE HARDER THE TESTS THE HIGHER THE DEGREE OF APPROVAL. A High School EXAMS in mathematics cannot be compared to a Masters level exams in Maths. Even take a specific subject like calculus – it’s a different level at high school as against Calculus II in the university (If know you know😁).  So take heart, your test is hard because you are being TRIED for a higher degree. Don’t quit and  don’t throw in the towel yet. YOU CAN DO THIS FRIEND, AND THE LORD IS YOUR STRENGTH.

Question: WILL YOU COME OUT APPROVED WHEN YOU ARE PUT TO THE TEST? WILL YOU? Selah! Your week is blessed in Jesus Name. Shout AMEN.

                GRACEFUL MORNING