Holy Ghost fire burn in me.

 Holy Ghost Fire, Burn in Me

A Reflection on Matthew 3:11, Acts 2:3, and Hebrews 12:29

Holy Ghost fire, burn in me—not to destroy, but to refine,

Not to leave me ashes, but to let Your glory shine.

Come as the flame that purges dross, that melts the heart of stone,

And let the fire of Your presence claim this temple as Your own.

“He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire.” (Matthew 3:11)

Burn in my mind—consume every anxious thought,

Every lie the enemy has carefully wrought.

Let the fire of truth illuminate the dark,

And leave Your wisdom as an everlasting mark.

Burn in my heart—where fear and pride have made their nest,

Let the flame of Your love rise and burn away the rest.

Where bitterness has taken root, let holy fire sweep,

Until only love, joy, peace, and patience remain to keep.

They saw what seemed to be tongues of fire that separated and came to rest on each of them. (Acts 2:3)

Burn in my lips—let them speak with holy power,

Not with eloquence of men, but in this refining hour.

Burn away the words that wound, the gossip and the lie,

And let my mouth be an altar where Your praises fly.

Burn in my hands and feet—let every step and touch

Be consumed by Your compassion, driven by Your clutch.

Let me serve not from obligation, but from holy flame,

And let my life be incense rising to Your name.

For our God is a consuming fire. (Hebrews 12:29)

So I welcome Your refining fire—though it may sting and sear,

I know that in its burning, Your purpose is made clear.

Holy Ghost fire, burn in me—until nothing else remains

But the radiant, living presence of the One who broke my chains.

Amen.