Cleaning the Flue

“If we confess our sins He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” 1 John 1:9

A fireplace fire produces a lot of heat. The by product is ash and soot buildup on the flue. If it is not cleaned a fire hazard will result.

To clean the chimney you need a metal bristle brush that is shaped the same size as the flue. Rods are available that screw into the top of the brush, allowing you to push it down the chimney. They are built to that you can screw one into the next.

The brush is made a little bigger than the flue. Pushing the brush up and down causes the bristles to rub the soot off. Wear a dusk mask when you work, because of a lot of dust will be stirred up.

Christians need to be vigilant tin staying honest and clean before the Lord. The work of forgiveness has been done on the cross. Confess your sins to God and you will be forgiven. Confession is being truthful and honest. If we neglect this we are hindered in our walk with the Lord.

Acts 3:19

"Therefore repent and return, so that your sins may be wiped away, in order that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord;