Sermons on Refined As Gold:

Three Gifts Of Epiphany Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jan 5, 2023

Using the gifts of the Wise Men (Gold, Frankincense, Myrhh), we can see the message that Jesus is the King of Kings, the Great High Priest, and our propitiation, the sufficient atoning Sacrifice for our sins.

EPIPHANY, THE TWELFTH DAY AFTER CHRISTMAS, IS WHEN THE CHURCH MARKS THE CONCLUSION OF THE CHRISTMAS SEASON. EPIPHANY MARKS THE APPEARANCE OF THE WISE MEN AND THE SIGNIFICANCE BEHIND THE GIFTS GIVEN TO THE CHRIST CHILD. THE WORD "EPIPHANY" MEANS "TO SHOW" OR "TO ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:7-11, Isaiah 60:3, Psalm 72:15, Isaiah 61:6, Isaiah 60:6, Psalm 96:4, 1 Corinthians 15:21-22, Romans 12:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Glimpse Of The Glorified Christ Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 19, 2007

There are many descriptions of Christ in the OT and the NT, but none like this in his glorified, unveiled presence. Christ the HUMAN One, the HIGH Priest, and the HOLY. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

A Glimpse of the Glorified Christ Revelation 1:4-20 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GlimpseGlorifiedChrist.html Revelation = Unveiling There are many descriptions of Christ in the OT and the NT, but none like this one today. It’s the only time we see Him in His glorified, unveiled presence. We ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Transformer Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 19, 2009

This powerful sermon touched a number of suffering people who were struggling with doubts about their own faith and God’s faithfulness.

OPEN: Over the past couple of years there has been a popular pair of movies called “Transformers.” The plot of these movies is that there are two types of aliens which have invaded Earth. The one alien force is called the “Decepticons”. These are an evil group of machines whose whole goal is to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:17-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 7, 2008

This series is designed to help people understand how God takes our failures and refines us with them, turning them into successes.

Refined by Failure Part 1 What’s the main difference between people who achieve and people who are average???? What makes people excel? Why does some people sky rocket while others plummet? Some people can’t be told anything and that is why they are still living their past failures… We need ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Part 2 Failure Is A Better Teacher Than Success Series

Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 7, 2008

This series is designed to help people understand how God takes our failures and refines us with them, turning them into successes.

Refined by Failure - 2 Failure is a far better teacher than success. Two great differences between those that fail backwards and those that fail forward. Failing Backwards Failing Forwards Blaming others Taking Responsibility Repeating the same mistakes Learning from each ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Part 3 - Judging Others Puts A Curse On Our Life Series

Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 7, 2008

This series is designed to help people understand how God takes our failures and refines us with them, turning them into successes.

Refined by Failure A hiker was charged w/ eating an endangered species while tracking the woods of California. After hearing the man had eaten a condor, the judge quickly passed a harsh sentence of 10 years behind bars. Wouldn’t it be great that if today, you could experience immediate change, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From The Shout To The Story

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 28, 2025

God leads us through the fire not just to refine our faith, but to give us a powerful story of His faithfulness to tell

Introduction: The Story in Your Soul Good morning, church. Every single one of us is a storyteller. We are surrounded by stories. On our phones, we scroll through the curated stories of others—perfect vacations, smiling families, career successes. We tell our own stories about our day, our ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Fire Of This World!

Contributed by Kevin Hayes on Jan 18, 2007

God wants us to recieve his refining fire to grow within us until the carnal, frail and shakable things of humanity are burned away with only his will remaining

The Fire of this world! While on the one hand fire calls to mind scenes of danger and death, pain and some associate it with eternal suffering. On the other hand fire signifies the life, vitality, passion, even the tenderest of feelings are called forth by a burning love of God. And so we speak ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:2-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Becoming A Vessel Of Honour Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 6, 2025

God is searching for vessels that He can use for His divine agenda. He is not looking for perfect people but for those who are willing to be purified, set apart, and surrendered to His will.

BECOMING A VESSEL OF HONOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:21 "If a man therefore purge himself from these, he shall be a vessel unto honour, sanctified, and meet for the master's use, and prepared unto every good work." Supporting Texts: Romans 9:21, 1 Thessalonians ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Sanctification

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 31, 2025

Sanctification is a key doctrine in the Christian faith that refers to the process of being made holy. It is God’s will for every believer to be set apart from sin and dedicated to His purposes.

SANCTIFICATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication." – 1 Thessalonians 4:3 Supporting Texts: John 17:17, 2 Corinthians 7:1, Hebrews 12:14, Romans 6:19, 1 Peter ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Changed From Glory To Glory

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 15, 2025

The Christian journey is not one of stagnation but of continual transformation. God desires that every believer matures daily, being conformed to the image of Christ.

CHANGED FROM GLORY TO GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 3:18 "But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord." Supporting Texts: Romans 8:29, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Maturing Through God's Discipline

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 3, 2025

Discipline is often misunderstood as punishment or harsh treatment, but God’s discipline is an expression of His deep love and care for His children.

MATURING THROUGH GOD'S DISCIPLINE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:5-11 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:11-12, Revelation 3:19, Psalm 94:12, James 1:2-4 INTRODUCTION: Discipline is often misunderstood as punishment or harsh treatment, but God’s discipline is an expression of His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revelation 2:18-29 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jun 12, 2025

To the Church in Thyatira

Revelation 2:18-29 To the Church in Thyatira 18 “And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write: ‘The words of the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and whose feet are like burnished bronze. The Son of God as described here with His eyes like fire and whose feet are like bronze ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29, Matthew 7:17-19

Denomination: Bible Church

The Making Of A Godly Leader: David’s Journey Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

Leadership in God’s kingdom is never accidental. It is a journey shaped by process, forged in obscurity, tested through adversity, and crowned with divine approval.

THE MAKING OF A GODLY LEADER: DAVID’S JOURNEY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 16:1-13 Supporting Texts: Psalm 78:70-72, 1 Samuel 17, 1 Samuel 24, 2 Samuel 5:1-4, Acts 13:22, Luke 16:10 INTRODUCTION: Leadership in God’s kingdom is never accidental. It is a journey shaped by process, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lessons From The Wilderness Seasons Of Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025

The wilderness is not merely a geographical location; it is a spiritual season. It is a time of isolation, transition, testing, and preparation.

LESSONS FROM THE WILDERNESS SEASONS OF LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 23:14-29 Supporting Texts: Exodus 13:17-18, Deuteronomy 8:2-3, Hosea 2:14-15, Psalm 63:1, Luke 4:1-14 INTRODUCTION: The wilderness is not merely a geographical location; it is a spiritual season. It is a time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:14-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God