Podcasts about refined by fire

Refined by Fire: Faithfulness in the Midst of Suffering is a powerful biblical message for those facing deep pain and trials. When YHWH seems silent, when comfort is gone, when suffering is real—this teaching reminds us He is near. Show Notes: From Job to Yeshua, Scripture shows us that affliction is not abandonment but refinement. In this message, you'll find clarity, comfort, and courage to endure. Learn how suffering purifies faith, strengthens character, and prepares us for eternal reward.

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Proverbs 17:3–4 unveils two powerful spiritual realities: God refines His people like silver and gold, and the voices we listen to shape our character and destiny. Just as precious metals require intense heat to reveal purity, believers undergo trials designed by the Master Refiner to expose and remove spiritual impurities. And while God purifies the heart, Solomon warns that the wicked are drawn to lies because deception resonates with their inner desires. Today, Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart explore the crucible and the furnace—how God uses different kinds of trials for different callings—and why guarding your ears from destructive voices is essential for spiritual maturity. This lesson calls believers to embrace God's refining work and tune their hearts to truth. Teachers: Rick Wiles and Doc Burkhart You can partner with us by visiting FaithandValues.com, calling 1-888-519-4935, or by mail at PO Box 399 Vero Beach, FL 32961. MEGA FIRE reveals the ancient recurring cycles of war and economic collapse that have shaped history for 600 years. These patterns predict America is now entering its most dangerous period since World War II. Get your copy today! www.megafire.world Get high-quality emergency preparedness food today from American Reserves! www.AmericanReserves.com It's the Final Day! The day Jesus Christ bursts into our dimension of time, space, and matter. Now available in eBook and audio formats! Order Final Day from Amazon today! www.Amazon.com/Final-Day Apple users, you can download the audio version on Apple Books! www.books.apple.com/final-day Purchase the 4-part DVD set or start streaming Sacrificing Liberty today. www.Sacrificingliberty.com

In this sermon by Carolyn Wilson, the message centers on the enduring joy found in Christ, even amid trials and uncertainty. Drawing from 1 Peter 1:3-9, Carolyn explains that Christian joy is not a shallow emotion tied to circumstances but a deep spiritual fruit cultivated through the Holy Spirit and daily choices. She encourages believers to nurture joy by filling their minds with Scripture and gratitude, fixing their eyes on Jesus and eternal promises, resisting negative thoughts and attitudes like envy or bitterness, and responding with grace when emotions are triggered. Joy, she notes, is cultivated through practical spiritual habits and is tested and refined through hardship—becoming a resilient witness to the gospel. Ultimately, Carolyn urges Christians to choose joy intentionally, so their lives radiate hope and faith, serving as living evidence of Christ to the world. The sermon closes with a prayer for grace to embody joy, especially in difficult seasons.

*Listen to the Show notes and podcast transcript with this multi-language player. SUMMARY: When a believer begins to experience the Lord, they often encounter the Holy Spirit, which may manifest through speaking in tongues. As seen in the book of Acts, tongues of fire appeared over the disciples, and they spoke languages they had never learned. As believers continue to seek deeper experiences in God, the fire becomes a purifying force—one that cleanses and refines them. This baptism of fire is God's process of perfecting His people and bringing them into true sonship. SHOW NOTES: When a believer begins to reach into sonship and wants to grow in his spirit, he begins to hear about the fire. The refining fire that the Holy Spirit brings on a believer who is seeking to move beyond the salvation experience at first may seem to be more on a soulish level than in a person's spirit. A relatively new Christian can begin moving in the gifts or speaking in tongues and become excited about areas he is moving in, but it may really be mostly the expression of the soul. John the Baptist emphasized that Jesus was coming to baptize with the Holy Spirit and with fire, which was superior to the baptism that John had ministered. As the Lord begins to put the cross or the fire to a person's life, he feels very uncomfortable and may even try to back out of the pressure on his circumstances. There comes a point in a person's life where he realizes he has an Adamic nature that God is trying to refine out of him. QUOTATIONS: I think one of the things we're looking at in the restoration, and salvation, and then the baptism of the Holy Spirit, is many people went off on a soulish realm to the degree that they thought the soulish realm was the anointing. And it was not. I don't think the understanding was there on what “the fire” meant. I don't think I ever realized we were born with chaff. I always felt like chaff came as a development as we grew up, and that's not true. A part of the old nature was called chaff, and the chaff had to be burned off. It couldn't remain if we were going to come into the presence of a holy God. You have to realize too that God doesn't technically put the fire on us. We are beaten, and that is how you get rid of the chaff. You're beaten, and then it is thrown in the air, and the wind takes it off. But then when it is done, to make sure the chaff is gone, they pick it up and burn...

Pastor John teaches about how God uses all of the events in our lives to shape us into the image of Jesus.

Understanding how divine love, trials, and waiting shape spiritual maturity.Summary: We reflected on the importance of patience, understanding, and self-control through biblical principles. The message highlighted how waiting on God refines character, deepens faith, and reveals His perfect timing. Through a personal illustration of charging a long-dead battery, we were reminded that just as power flows when the connection is restored, so God's strength renews those who wait on Him. We explored how God's love is an all-consuming fire—purifying, not punishing—transforming believers into the image of Christ. The discussion emphasized trust, love, and discretion as divine tools for growth and encouraged gratitude for the refining process that aligns us with God's eternal purpose.Themes:Waiting on God develops patience and understanding (Psalm 27:14; James 1:4)Anger and fear lose power when surrendered to God's will (Ephesians 4:26–27)God's timing, like charging a battery, restores power when connection is renewedLove is an all-consuming fire that purifies, not condemns (Hebrews 12:29)Trials refine believers like gold, revealing Christ's nature (1 Peter 1:7)Discretion and a sound mind overcome fear and instability (2 Timothy 1:7)Humanity's design reflects God's image and purpose (Genesis 1:26–27)Spiritual reproduction happens through Christ's life in us (John 15:5)Fellowship and trust are signs of maturity and divine patience (Proverbs 3:5–6)Scripture References: Psalm 27:14; James 1:4; Ephesians 4:26–27; Hebrews 12:29; 1 Peter 1:7; 2 Timothy 1:7; Genesis 1:26–27; John 15:5; Proverbs 3:5–6Reflection Question: When waiting feels unbearable, do I see it as wasted time—or as God's way of charging my heart with His power and love?

Have you made any mistakes lately? Let's talk about what we do next on this episode of The Podcast. Check out the video version of this episode.  The Scriptures I referenced in this video are Psalm 25:4, 8, 10; James 1:5; Jeremiah 33:3. I also referenced my blog posts Self-Talk During Fearful Times and Refined By Fire. My book When Sheep Bite is all about recovering after difficulties—whether they were created by your mistakes or someone else's mistakes.  Check out When Sheep Bite for yourself. ►► Would you please prayerfully consider supporting this ministry? My Patreon supporters get behind-the-scenes access to exclusive materials. ◀︎◀︎

God uses trials and difficulties not to harm us, but to refine our faith like fire purifies gold. In this message, Lead Pastor Aaron Brockett preaches on how when we understand our identity as chosen foreigners in this world and fix our gaze on eternity rather than temporary circumstances, we can stand firm with unshakeable faith even when life doesn't make sense.Aaron Brockett • We Stand Firm • 1 Peter 1:1-12CONNECT WITH US!Engage with this message: https://tpcc.org/messagesVisit our website: https://tpcc.orgWe believe in the power of prayer: https://tpcc.org/prayer Instagram: https://instagram.com/traderspointcc/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TradersPointCCFacebook: https://facebook.com/TradersPointCC/

God uses trials and difficulties not to harm us, but to refine our faith like fire purifies gold. In this message, Lead Pastor Aaron Brockett preaches on how when we understand our identity as chosen foreigners in this world and fix our gaze on eternity rather than temporary circumstances, we can stand firm with unshakeable faith even when life doesn't make sense.Aaron Brockett • We Stand Firm • 1 Peter 1:1-12CONNECT WITH US!Engage with this message: https://tpcc.org/messagesVisit our website: https://tpcc.orgWe believe in the power of prayer: https://tpcc.org/prayer Instagram: https://instagram.com/traderspointcc/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TradersPointCCFacebook: https://facebook.com/TradersPointCC/

 Today, we examine the life of Job, whose experience demonstrates that hope is one of the most powerful forces in existence. We will look at how Job discovered his defining moment through his trials and tribulations on Soul02.  Connect with us: YouTube: YouTube.com/@soul02-oxygen Facebook: @LP.Oxygen https://www.facebook.com/LP.Oxygen Instagram: LP.Oxygen Twitter: @Soul025 Buzzsprout: Soul02-Buzzsprout Spotify: Soul02 - Spotify Apple: Soul02-Itunes Stitcher: Soul02-Stitcher

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The first chapter of James tells us trials produce steadfastness. Listen how multiple bouts of diverticulitis turned Ellen's mind and food around.Support the show

Pain is not something we seek, but it's often the very thing that shapes us. Life's hardships have a way of stripping away our illusions of control, forcing us to rely on something greater—someone greater. The Bible doesn't tell us to avoid trials but to embrace them with joy, knowing they serve a divine purpose.Our springboard for today's discussion is: James 1:2-3 – "Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness."Just like gold is purified by fire, our faith is strengthened through adversity. Every difficulty we endure refines us, burning away impurities of doubt, pride, and self-reliance. Think about the great men and women of faith—Joseph was betrayed and imprisoned, David was hunted, Paul was beaten and imprisoned. Yet, their trials didn't destroy them; they prepared them for greater things.Pain isn't pointless. It builds resilience, deepens our dependence on God, and transforms us into the image of Christ. When we stop asking, Why is this happening to me? and start asking, What is God doing in me through this?—that's when growth happens.Question of the Day: How has a past trial shaped your faith and character?Let's Pray: Lord, help us to see our trials through Your eyes. Refine us, strengthen us, and mold us into the people You've called us to be. Give us steadfast faith to endure and trust in Your perfect plan. In Jesus' name, Amen.Let's Get To Work!Support MyR2B Ministries: MyR2B Ministries is our full-time ministry. Your paid subscription helps sustain this work and expand our ministry outreach. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

Pain is not something we seek, but it's often the very thing that shapes us. Life's hardships have a way of stripping away our illusions of control, forcing us to rely on something greater—someone greater. The Bible doesn't tell us to avoid trials but to embrace them with joy, knowing they serve a divine purpose.Our springboard for today's discussion is: James 1:2-3 – "Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness."Just like gold is purified by fire, our faith is strengthened through adversity. Every difficulty we endure refines us, burning away impurities of doubt, pride, and self-reliance. Think about the great men and women of faith—Joseph was betrayed and imprisoned, David was hunted, Paul was beaten and imprisoned. Yet, their trials didn't destroy them; they prepared them for greater things.Pain isn't pointless. It builds resilience, deepens our dependence on God, and transforms us into the image of Christ. When we stop asking, Why is this happening to me? and start asking, What is God doing in me through this?—that's when growth happens.Question of the Day: How has a past trial shaped your faith and character?Let's Pray: Lord, help us to see our trials through Your eyes. Refine us, strengthen us, and mold us into the people You've called us to be. Give us steadfast faith to endure and trust in Your perfect plan. In Jesus' name, Amen.Let's Get To Work!Support MyR2B Ministries: MyR2B Ministries is our full-time ministry. Your paid subscription helps sustain this work and expand our ministry outreach. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit myr2b.substack.com/subscribe

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Send us a textIn the second half of our Latter-Day Ladies interview, Emily Johns shares her journey through darkness and the power of praying for help in the name of Christ. She teaches the sacredness of grief, the righteousness of leaning into mourning, and the healing that comes from fully processing our pain. We explore 1 Peter 1:7—how faith, more precious than gold, is refined through trials and transforms into true knowledge. This is a conversation about trust, surrender, and finding Christ in our hardest moments.Quotes Referenced:President Russell M. Nelson: "The only way to take sorrow out of death is to take love out of life." ("Doors of Death" April 1992)President Russell M. Nelson: “My dear brothers and sisters, I promise that as you prayerfully study the Book of Mormon every day, you will make better decisions—every day. I promise that as you ponder what you study, the windows of heaven will open, and you will receive answers to your own questions and direction for your own life. I promise that as you daily immerse yourself in the Book of Mormon, you can be immunized against the evils of the day, even the gripping plague of pornography and other mind-numbing addictions” (“The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like without It?” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2017,Elder Neal A. Maxwell “The submission of one's will is really the only uniquely personal thing we have to place on God's altar. The many other things we 'give' are actually the things He has already given or loaned to us.”  (“Swallowed Up in the Will of the Father” October 1995)------Emily's WebsiteHeavenly Home YoutubeJennie's Etsy Shop

February 09, 2025Daily Devotion:"Refined by Fire: The Purpose of Trials" 1 Peter 1:6-7New Living Translation 6 So be truly glad.[a] There is wonderful joy ahead, even though you must endure many trials for a little while. 7 These trials will show that your faith is genuine. It is being testedas fire tests and purifies gold—though your faith is far more precious than mere gold. So when your faith remains strong through many trials, it will bring you much praise and glory and honor on the day when Jesus Christ is revealed tothe whole world.In 1 Peter 1:6-7 (NIV), we read: "In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed."Peter writes to Christians facing persecution, emphasizing the importance of rejoicing despite trials. Trials serve a divine purpose. They test our faith, proving its genuineness, much like gold is refined by fire. This process strengthens us spiritually and prepares us for eternal glory.Consider James 1:2-4, which encourages us to "consider it pure joy" when facing trials, as they produce perseverance. Trials are not just obstacles; they are opportunities for growth.We must remember that our sufferings are temporary, and our faith is of immense value. Just as gold is refined through fire, our faith is refined through challenges, ultimately bringing us closer to Christ.

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Pastor Aaron Addison opens up 1 Peter 1:6-12 to teach on having and keeping faith admist suffering.

Pastor Aaron Addison opens up 1 Peter 1:6-12 to teach on having and keeping faith admist suffering.

This teaching is all about God being a Refiner's Fire in our lives, what we do with hardship, and how the Holy Spirit also moves within us with holy fire, that compels us into bold faith and power. 

You will suffer. You have a promise of power to overcome it. Live in it... you are being guarded.

You will suffer. You have a promise of power to overcome it. Live in it... you are being guarded.

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What can any business or financial leader learn from a twenty-year vet in the fire service?I'm now calling John Cuomo the John Maxwell for firefighters and other public safety officials based on his book, Leadership Refined by Fire.John has always been interested in leadership and lifelong learning, and his book is full of stories, inspiration, and big ideas that can be applied to any playing field. He ends his book on mental health, specifically PTSD, the last topic we address in this conversation.

John Cuomo is a former firefighter and now author of the book Leadership Refined by Fire. It's a great book that illustrates leadership principles through the lens of a long tenure as a firefighter. I had a great time digging into some of these ideas, looking at how they apply to the lives of entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, self-funded entrepreneurs, and driven entrepreneurs — people like you and me. I think you're going to enjoy this one. Let's get to it. Show Notes: themeaningmovement.com/johncoumo www.fdleadership.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-cuomo-59ab63a0/ https://www.amazon.com/Leadership-Refined-Fire-Firefighters-Exceptional-ebook/dp/B09YZ1WX49?ref_=ast_sto_dp

John Cuomo is a firefighter but, first and foremost, he is a community advocate. His passion for his work stems from his love of the people he serves and his desire to make them feel as safe as possible, and he contends that every job should contain purpose stemming from a similar place. His new book, Leadership Refined by Fire, arms leaders both in the fire service and out with the tools needed to create a workplace fueled by meaning.Find out more here: www.fdleadership.comwww.livelifedriven.com

In this episode, David speaks to John Cuomo who was an active firefighter and paramedic for 24 years. He is also a community advocate and author, who has a real passion for serving people and making them feel as safe as possible. John discovered his true purpose only when things started going wrong in his life. He explains how being a firefighter taught him to be a continuous learner, and that being a leader means serving others. John shares some of the leadership tips he picked up during his time in the firefighting service. He explains how finding a purpose will drive you forward and enable you to have a positive impact. Leading a meaningful life feels incredible. KEY TAKEAWAYS Going through difficult calls is incredibly bonding. Business owners must be constantly alert to new things and learning. It is the only way they can adapt fast enough. If you are leading, you must ensure each team member is trained and as ready as you are. Providing targeted training that helps individuals to progress benefits the team overall. Looking after your team includes paying attention to how everyone is feeling and coping with life or challenges. As a leader, you need support and understanding from your family. Setting small goals to start with and having the discipline to complete them empowers you to do the next thing and gain momentum. Look back on your successes to push you through when you don't feel like doing things.  Everyone gets derailed. Constant reflection helps you to spot when you are going off track, so you can make corrections. BEST MOMENTS ‘I feel really blessed” ‘Always be prepared, always learning and making sure you're ready.' ‘If you're a leader in your job, it doesn't matter, you're going to show those leadership skills at home and around your family.' ‘Leadership is a constant goal to try to be better EPISODE RESOURCES Website - https://www.fdleadership.com/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-cuomo-59ab63a0 Leadership Refined by Fire by John M Cuomo - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Leadership-Refined-Fire-Firefighters-Exceptional/dp/1957652004/ ABOUT THE SHOW People with purpose make a difference. Imagine a world where more people can just get their purpose out of them, into a plan, and then actually make it happen. What a world that would be - People everywhere finding meaning and harnessing that to bring inspiration and energy to each and every day, changing lives for the better. But no one ever achieved anything on their own - we all have something unique to bring and that means we all have to play our part - if we want to go far, we have to go together and lead or serve towards a vision of the world we want to see. Everyone has a story to tell, and this show is where these stories come to life. ABOUT THE HOST David Roberts is a highly regarded CEO, mentor, and investor with 30 years of experience across multiple sectors. As an intrapreneur and entrepreneur David has bought, grown, started, and sold several businesses, working with values-driven start-ups, award-winning SMEs, and multinational corporations on strategies for service excellence, leadership, and profitable growth. David's passion is for purpose and creating an environment where everyone can succeed, through building teams that get things done, execute on their mission with passion, deliver exceptional service and really make a difference. ARTWORK CREDIT Penny Roberts - https://www.instagram.com/penpennypencils CONTACT METHODS LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-roberts-nu-heat/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DavidRobertsPeopleWithPurpose Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/davidcroberts_/ Clubhouse - https://www.clubhouse.com/@davidcroberts?utm_medium=ch_profile&utm_campaign=MBv1ubya1-oOBXc_uQKFHw-46334See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Count it all joy my brother's and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." - James 1:2-3 A two part series on how God can use our trials and struggles to forge us into kingdom champions. —— Christ Center exists to reach people for Christ and make disciples. Stay Connected Website: www.christcentercashmere.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/christcenter Instagram: www.instagram.com/christ.center #christcentercashmere

Glenn and Shirley Eshelman make their second appearance on the Larry Kreider Leadership Podcast to talk about the devastating fire of 1997 that destroyed their theatre, the Entertainment Centre. Listen as they explain how they were impacted and blessed by this incident, the difference between being a lifeboat versus a showboat, and how we can depend and rely solely on God. The 5 Ds of Leadership: Discover Develop Deliver Determine Do not let the Devil take hold Highlights: Never forget who gave you your gifts. Give all of the glory to God. Leaders and followers are equally important. Don't lose sight of Jesus in your ministry. During negative situations, we can either become bitter or better. Quotable Quotes: "All that I am and ever hope to be, I owe it all to Him." "A fire can destroy a building, but it cannot destroy a calling." "He had a better plan." Mentioned in Today's Podcast: Sight & Sound Theatres Sight & Sound TV How to Filled with the Holy Spirit by Larry Kreider For more information about Larry Kreider, his books, daily devotionals, small group resources, or other teachings, visit dcfi.org/larry-kreider.

On this episode, Shanta speaks with John Cuomo. John is a firefighter but, first and foremost, he is a community advocate. His passion for his work stems from his love of the people he serves and his desire to make them feel as safe as possible, and he contends that every job should contain purpose stemming from a similar place. His new book, Leadership Refined by Fire, arms leaders both in the fire service and out with the tools needed to create a workplace fueled by meaning. He can speak to:Talking about Love: Why a real leader should be motivated by love - for both his employees and the customers he's serving - and how to manifest it despite typical workday pressuresNecessary Discipline: Though it may not seem like it at first, John discusses why steady discipline practices will benefit your employees far more than turning a blind eyeFinding Meaning in Every Task: Strategies to discover significance and meaning in each and every work task, both big and small, and why this matters for the overall health of your company.Website: https://www.fdleadership.com/Email: contact@fdleadership.comCONNECT WITH THE HOST OF AUTHENTIC TALKS 2.0WWW.AUTHENTICTALKS2.COMAMAZON:BOOK AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDERhttps://www.amazon.com/Jamm-Journey-Your-Higher-Self-ebook/dp/B09VKBRVM5/ref=sr_1_2?crid=RDHQE5ZHP38N&keywords=jamm+with+me+a+journey+to+your+higher+self&qid=1657698187&sprefix=%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-2

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2022 CGS All-Church Retreat Refined by Fire - Job 1:12 - 2:10 Speaker: Rev. Dr. Guy P. Waters

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Welcome back to the Coastal Midweek Podcast with Pastor TJ and Shayla McCormick. Let's talk about our new series in Daniel, Faith in the Fire. The YouTube Playlist is found here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAYU8tP-3OqiryOJjnj9-rp9VabN1Fcou People want to see if your words and your life align. What are you building? Your character or your reputation? Consider pleasing the Lord rather than man. Every breakthrough in life means there is someone you had to bust through! Something has to change for there to be a solution. There will be difficulty! Scripture talks about us sharing in Christ's suffering. Philippians 3:10, "that I may know Him and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death" --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/coastalchurch/message