2 Timothy 2:20-21
In any great house there are indeed vessels not only of gold and silver but also of wood and clay, some for noble, some for menial service.
1 Peter 1:7
that is only to prove your faith is sterling (far more precious than gold which is perishable and yet is tested by fire), and it redounds to your praise and glory and honour 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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General references
2 Timothy 2:20
In any great house there are indeed vessels not only of gold and silver but also of wood and clay, some for noble, some for menial service.
1 Peter 1:7
that is only to prove your faith is sterling (far more precious than gold which is perishable and yet is tested by fire), and it redounds to your praise and glory and honour at the revelation of Jesus Christ.