The Theology of Genesis: Fall and Exile – Genesis 3
The Genesis 3 tells us what happened to God’s good creation. It is the story of the fall of humanity and our exile from the garden.
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 studies, longer book studies, devotional readings, and larger theological posts.
The Promised Hope of Israel – Acts 26:6-8
The hope of Israel centers around Jesus the Messiah and what he did. All of the Law, the Prophets and their promises find fulfillment in him.
Mixing Idolatry With the Worship of God – Judges 17:3-6
Are you guilty of idolatry at the same time as you come to worship God? I believe there are some subtle ways many of us are guilty of that.
Was There Death in the World Before the Fall?
Was there death in the world prior to the fall? Many would deny it. But I see no reason not to accept that death was a natural part of life.
Cast All of Your Anxiety on Him – 1 Peter 5:7
There are so many things that we can allow to cause us to worry. But God tells us to cast all of that anxiety on him. He does care for us.
Laodicea: The Lukewarm Church – Revelation 3:14-22
Laodicea was a lukewarm church. They thought they were in good shape. But spiritually they were far from it. Jesus warned them to wake up.
The Theology of Genesis: The Garden of Eden – Genesis 2
The second chapter of Genesis introduces the garden of Eden as the ideal home for humanity. And believers look forward to its restoration.
This Was From the Lord – Judges 14:4
Samson’s action, even though in violation of the Mosaic Law, was described as being from the Lord. Nothing is outside his providential work.
Philadelphia: The Enduring Church – Revelation 3:7-13
Philadelphia was a weak church that seemed to have little going for them. Except that they were an enduring church that was faithful to God.
Can Someone Be Saved by the Testimony of Nature?
Is it possible for a person to be saved by the testimony of nature, by seeing God’s hand in creation? No. But it may lead to an encounter.