Faith in the Fire

In this message, Pastor John Carter shows that God uses fiery trials to purify our faith, the way fire refines gold. Peter encourages believers not to be surprised by persecution, but to rejoice, refuse to retaliate, and commit their souls to God. Not all suffering is the same, though: some comes from ignorance of the Word, delayed obedience, retaliation, unbelief, or being a “busybody” in other people’s affairs. We’re called to suffer only as Christians, for doing what is right.