A Clay Jar

Encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)

1 Kings

This is a collection of devotional posts from the book of 1 Kings. 1 Kings covers the reign of Solomon, the dissolution of the united monarchy, and the first few kings of the divided nations of Israel and Judah.

The Uniqueness of God

The Uniqueness of God – 1 Kings 8:23

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There are many so called gods who are worshipped and followed today. But the Lord God we follow is unique in his covenant of love with us.

Camped by a Brook

Camped by a Brook – 1 Kings 17:5-6

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If it seems God has you sitting on the sidelines, it may be that he is preparing you for something. Use that time to come to know him better.

The nation's troubles

A Nation’s Troubles: Who is Responsible? – 1 Kings 18:16-18

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The United States is facing many troubles. And the source of the nation's troubles is turning away from the true God toward false gods.

if only God would reveal himself

If Only God Would Reveal Himself To Us – 1 Kings 18:38-39

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Many people say they would believe if God would reveal himself more explicitly to them. Yet the contest on Mt Carmel would suggest otherwise.

Hearing The Still Small Voice of God

The Still Small Voice of God – 1 Kings 19:11-13

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When we are at our lowest, God will whisper in our hearts. And the voice of God, if When we are at our lowest, God will whisper in our hearts. And that voice, if we will hear it, will challenge us to get back into the game.will hear it, will challenge us to get back in the game.

no turning back

No Turning Back: Following the Call – 1 Kings 19:21

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When Elisha is called to follow Elijah, he truly left all to follow God's call. For Elisha, there was no turning back. He was committed.