Christianity
This is an upper-level category for A Clay Jar. It encompasses all of the posts that are related to Christianity. This includes small Bible devotionals, longer book and topic studies, and larger theological posts.
One Taken and One Left – Luke 17:34-35
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Jesus is returning. He will deliver his chosen ones from judgment. And his return for us will be sudden and unexpected. So always be ready!
Moses and Elijah with Jesus on the Mount – Luke 9:30-31
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Apart from his resurrection, this was Jesus’ most vivid sign of who he was, the one pointed to by the law and the prophets, the Son of God.
What Do You Most Value? Things or People? – Matthew 8:34
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Do we rejoice in a transformed life, regardless of the cost, or are we more concerned with our comfort and the life we enjoy?
The Importance of the Resurrection – 1 Corinthians 15:14
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How important is Jesus’ resurrection? His resurrection is of the greatest importance. Without it, we are without hope and lost in our sins.
Let All Things Be Done for Building Up – 1 Corinthians 14:26
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Our primary focus in worship should be to honor and glorify God. But let’s do it in a way that draws the worshippers into God’s presence.
A Conditional Covenant
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At Mt. Sinai, God entered into a conditional covenant relationship with Israel. They would be his people if they obeyed the covenant terms.
To Whom Much Is Given, Much Will Be Required – Luke 12:48
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Jesus will hold me accountable for how I have used the gifts he has given me and the responsibilities assigned to me.
The Sign of Jonah – Luke 11:29-30, 32
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The sign of Jesus–his resurrection from the dead–just like the sign of Jonah, should lead us to repentance and faith.
Don’t Look Back – Luke 9:61-62
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Don’t look back on your old life with longing. And don’t let the affairs of this life interfere with serving. Jesus wants all that we are.
Striving for an Imperishable Wreath – 1 Corinthian 9:25-27
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What difference would it make if we were disciplined in living holy and godly lives serving our Lord, striving for that imperishable wreath?
Judging Angels – 1 Corinthians 6:3
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The idea that we, who were made a little lower than the angels, may one day be elevated above them, is an intriguing glimpse into our future.
I Will Be Your Mouth – Exodus 4:12
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Rather than make excuses for why you can’t, trust the one who can, and take on that seemingly impossible task he has given you.
