EP #019 The Refiner's Fire and the Faithful Friend

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Christian Couple's Podcast

Johnny and Dawn Johnson

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The Christian Couple’s Podcast with Johnny & Dawn delivers honest, upbeat talk at the intersection of marriage and faith. Each week the Johnsons share real-life wins, struggles, and hot topics from today’s Christian culture before diving into a practical, verse-by-verse Bible study. Laughter, transparency, and Scripture anchor every episode, all wrapped in prayer. Listen on the go or watch on YouTube and grow with a community that knows two are better than one when Christ is in the center.

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EP #019 The Refiner's Fire and the Faithful Friend | Proverbs 17 Bible Study

Christian Couple's Podcast

57 minutes 40 seconds

4 months ago

EP #019 The Refiner's Fire and the Faithful Friend | Proverbs 17 Bible Study

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31 Day Proverbs Devotional: https://tr.ee/9rBkSt

What does it mean to be a true friend, born for adversity? How does God test and refine our hearts? Welcome back to the Christian Couples Podcast! In this episode, Johnny and Dawn dive deep into the relational and character-building wisdom of Proverbs 17.

Join us for this enriching Bible study as we explore:

The Refiner's Fire: How God tests and purifies our hearts, just as silver and gold are refined.
The Definition of a True Friend: What it means to "love at all times" and be there in adversity.
The Value of Peace: Why a simple life with peace is better than a house full of feasting with strife.
The Power of a Merry Heart: How a cheerful heart is like good medicine for the soul.
Practical takeaways on forgiveness, wise silence, and living a life of faith and integrity.

This episode is packed with insightful discussion and real-life applications to help you and your spouse build stronger relationships and a deeper walk with God.

🙏 Who is a "true friend" in your life that you're grateful for? Give them a shout-out in the comments below! Please like & subscribe for more faith-filled conversations.

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Timecodes:

(00:00) Welcome! Finding Friendship & Wisdom in Proverbs 17

(00:46) Opening in Prayer & Reflecting on God's Word

(01:36) Life Updates from Johnny & Dawn

(04:13) Connecting with Our Podcast Community

(05:34) Proverbs 17 Study Begins: The Refiner's Fire & The Faithful Friend

(07:39) Faith & Culture: Applying Proverbs to Today's World

(14:12) The Refiner's Fire: How God Tests the Heart (Proverbs 17:3)

(18:30) Peace Over Wealth: A Dry Crust with Peace is Better... (Proverbs 17:1)

(27:05) What is a True Friend? A Biblical Definition

(28:55) Friendship as a Covenant Relationship

(30:01) How to Be a "Brother Born for Adversity" (Proverbs 17:17)

(32:34) The Power of Genuine Forgiveness in Friendship

(34:32) Loyalty and Wisdom: Marks of a Godly Friend

(36:05) The Wisdom of Silence: Even a Fool Seems Wise... (Proverbs 17:28)

(52:21) This Week's Practical Challenge for You!

(55:36) Final Thoughts, Encouragement, and Closing Prayer