If God is refining you, why does it feel like fire, and what does that mean for leaders? This message reframes leadership pressure through Scripture, showing how God uses refining fire to form leaders who reflect Christ. By walking through Malachi, Isaiah, Proverbs, Peter, Hebrews, and the life of Jesus, you are invited to see pressure not as punishment but as purposeful formation under the watchful hand of God.

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Malachi 3:2–3 NIV, Isaiah 48:10 NIV, Proverbs 17:3 NIV, 1 Peter 1:6–7 NIV, Hebrews 12:10–11 NIV, Hebrews 12:2 NIV, Luke 22:31–32 NIV

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Open Forum

During the forum, Pastor Amos confirmed that CFE continues to offer a ministry ordination process through a free online school, a structured ministry plan, and a 3-month practicum. Sophie, already ordained, showed interest in learning more, while Rosalind inquired about receiving the Holy Ghost as described in Acts 2:38. Pastor Amos clarified the difference between the indwelling of the Holy Spirit at salvation and the separate experience of baptism in the Holy Spirit, evidenced by speaking in tongues. He and Rosalind also discussed differing interpretations of "tarrying" for the Holy Spirit. CFE's Atlanta events, including an annual conference and future gatherings, were mentioned, and Pastor Amos explained the meanings of names like Jesus, Yeshua, and Yahweh.

Conversations about financial goals encouraged faith-based planning without anxiety. Pastor Amos stressed church flexibility and the importance of ministering like Jesus. He and Derrick emphasized Christian unity beyond cultural divisions, encouraging believers to overcome racial biases and focus on shared identity in Christ.

Cynthia sought guidance on navigating cultural sensitivities, while Stephanie, Cynthia, and Pastor Amos explored the value of cross-racial friendships and empathy in conversations about race. Rosalind's experiences highlighted the importance of transparency and diversity within the church, and the group agreed to continue these discussions throughout the year.

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Biblical hope is a sure and confident expectation rooted in God's faithfulness, not wishful thinking like the world defines it. For believers, this hope anchors the soul, giving stability and empowering us to live holy lives, firmly secured in God's unchanging presence through Jesus. Our hope is not tied to earthly circumstances but is connected to heaven itself, making it steadfast and secure. God promises a hopeful future, and we activate that hope by seeking Him wholeheartedly through prayer and obedience. Because God's love has been poured into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, our hope in Him will never lead to shame, but instead fills us with joy, peace, and an ever-increasing overflow of hope.

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1 Peter 1:15 NIV, Hebrews 6:19 NIV, Jeremiah 29:11 NIV, Jeremiah 29:12-13 NIV, Romans 5:5 NIV, Romans 15:14 NIV

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Let's examine the concept of real sin versus self-created sin. Real sin stops church unification, but self-created sin should not. By knowing the difference between the two, you can discover your part to play in the church unity that Jesus desires.

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1 Corinthians 6:18 KJV, Leviticus 18:20 KJV, Leviticus 18:22 KJV, 1 Corinthians 5:11 AMP, Romans 14:5 KJV, Romans 14:14–15,21 KJV, 2 Timothy 2:15 KJV

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Each week, we have a live online session at the start of the week for prayer as we seek God's direction, strength, and wisdom. Pray along with us using this week's prayer points.

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Jesus desires for the Church to unify. But how do differences various churches have about sin effect Church unity? Take a listen to today's message to dig into this concept.

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John 17:21 KJV, 1 John 3:4–10 KJV, Matthew 7:21–23 KJV, Revelation 2:4–5 KJV, Matthew 13:24–25,30 KJV, Ephesians 4:11–14 KJV, Acts 5:38–39 KJV

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When Jesus desired for something to happen on Earth, He would pray to His father for it to happen. One of the major things He prayed for, according to scripture, was for church unification. Jesus desired that His church would be one, just like God and He were one.

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John 17:20–23 KJV, Ephesians 4:11–16 KJV, 1 Corinthians 1:10–13 KJV, Ephesians 5:25–27 KJV

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God calls us to witness to unbelievers. But what's the best way to do it? In today's message, we dig into how to correctly witness to unbelievers.

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Romans 1:21–32 NLT, John 1:1,3–5 NLT, 1 John 3:4–6 NLT, 1 Corinthians 5:9–13 NLT, Matthew 28:18–20 NLT

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