Worshipping God and Serving Idols – 2 Kings 17:41
Are you worshipping God while at the same time serving idols? Be careful not to allow family, work, or pleasure take God’s place in your life.
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.
What’s Wrong with Justification by Works?
We will never experience justification based on our works. God offers his salvation by grace. And there is nothing we can do to earn it.
Sound Doctrine and Ethics – Titus 2:1
It is important that we teach ethics alongside of sound doctrine. It is not enough for us to have right beliefs. We need to live holy lives.
The Hope of Eternal Life – Titus 1:2-3
As believers in the Lord Jesus, we have the hope of eternal life. Not a wishful hope, but a confident assurance in our ultimate salvation.
Pray for the Peace of Your Town – Psalm 122:6-9
Much of our world is in turmoil and conflict. While true peace is only found in Jesus, it is good to pray for peace where you live.
Jesus Is the Ultimate Truth – 2 Timothy 3:7
People can look for truth in many different places. And there is some in many of them. But the ultimate truth is only found in Jesus.
Obedience Leads to Understanding – Psalm 119:100
One of the most important things you do to grow in your faith is to practice what you learn. Obedience leads to a growing understanding.
Guard What Is Entrusted to You – 1 Timothy 6:20-21
We are called to guard the truths of the gospel that have been entrusted to us. Hold tightly to them and pass them on to others.
Nourished on the Truths of the Faith – 1 Timothy 4:6
How can you distinguish and confront false teaching? By daily finding nourishment in the truths of the faith. By spending time in God’s word.
Those Who Have Served Well – 1 Timothy 3:13
As believers, all of us are called to serve the Lord. And those who serve well have great standing in the kingdom and assurance in the faith.
The Lord Is with Me – Psalm 118:6
The Lord is always with me. And, because of that, I need have no fear what others might do to me. God is bigger than anything I might face.
Live a Life Worthy of God – 1 Thessalonians 2:11-12
Paul’s plea for us all is that we would live a life worthy of God. That we would live holy and godly lives that are pleasing to God.
