2 Timothy 2:20-21
In a large house there are not only vessels of gold and silver but also of wood and earthenware, and some for noble use, some for ignoble.
1 Peter 1:7
so that the proof of your faith, being more precious than gold which is perishable, even though tested by fire, may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.
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Take away the dross from the silver, and there shall come forth a vessel for the finer.
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2 Timothy 2:20
In a large house there are not only vessels of gold and silver but also of wood and earthenware, and some for noble use, some for ignoble.
1 Peter 1:7
so that the proof of your faith, being more precious than gold which is perishable, even though tested by fire, may be found to result in praise and glory and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.