DUMP THE DROSS

Dross is a mass of impurities floating in molten metal. Whether working with steel or precious metals, the quality cannot be improved without removing the dross. When the heat is on, gold grows more pure while the dross masses become even more impure. Metal can’t purify itself; only the furnace can reveal its imperfections. So it is with a sports team, a church or for that matter, any human enterprise. Those with impure motives, immaturity or insincere hearts often want to be a part or even lead, but sadly, they are hindrances to a quality outcome and sooner or later they must change or be removed. And so it with my soul; the dross has to go. Lord, You are the Great Craftsman. Cleanse all impurities from my soul and in my daily life and work, deliver me from wicked pretenders.