The Refiner’s Fire Is Exposing Sins of the Heart, Making Way for His Glory

By Wanda Alger Published on December 10, 2024

So, I will show My greatness and My holiness and make Myself known in the eyes of many nations. Then they will know that I am the Lord. (Ezekiel 38:23 ESV)

The exposures of sexual sin and moral compromise in the camp are but a symptom of a much larger problem. Deviant behaviors and ungodly practices are but the overflow of the heart and mind. In bringing these fruitless deeds to the light, the very thing the Lord is uncovering is a lack of holiness and purity within His House.

Popularity and platform are not the markers of God’s favor and blessing. Good theology and impressive teaching are not the indicators of a righteous life. The Pharisees claimed right standing with God because of their adherence to the law. Their public demonstrations of religious activity were empty and shallow performances, fueled by hearts that were hardened to the Spirit. Their minds were closed to correction because they were blinded by their own self-righteous grandeur.

Those who are being brought to the light for further examination are not being forced by man, but drawn out by the Spirit of God. It is He, alone, who is directing these examinations of the heart. Though the sins of the flesh should be held to account, it is the sins of the heart that God is exposing. Pride, greed, fleshly ambition, vanity and vice, are all underlying issues that are being rooted out.

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Even as controversies continue and evidence is debated, let’s keep our priorities straight. In God’s House there should not even be the appearance of evil. Those with pure and humble hearts will respond accordingly and the Lord will Himself exalt them. Those whose hearts are compromised and given to the flesh will be humbled. This is a sacred work of the Lord that must be thorough and complete if we are to become His pure and spotless Bride.

And lest we think this examination is only for those with national platforms, it is the people of God who are being tested and weighed. This is a time to examine our own hearts to make sure we are sold out to Christ, free from any need for reputation, and crucified to self. May we allow the Refiner’s fire to burn without hindrance. It is the only means by which His manifest glory can surely come.

Wanda Alger is an ordained and commissioned fivefold leader who has been in ministry for more than 35 years and is passionate about interpreting life from Heaven’s perspective. She is called to speak to the Body of Christ about the mountain of government, godly leadership, and Kingdom authority. Her blogs, videos, books, and other resources are available at wandaalger.me.