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)

Bible Study

This is the parent category for all of the short Bible study and devotional posts. Nested under it is a separate category for each book in the Bible.

stand your ground

Stand Your Ground – Ephesians 6:10-13

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As followers of the Lord Jesus, we will face opposition. But we are called to put on the armor of God, and then to stand our ground.

great cloud of witnesses

A Great Cloud of Witnesses – Hebrews 12:1-3

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As you live your life in Christ, be encouraged by the great cloud of witnesses who came before you, and who are now cheering you on.

in Jesus name

Do Everything in Jesus Name – Colossians 3:17

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As believers in our Lord Jesus, we represent him to the world around us. So be careful that everything you say or do is in Jesus's name.

continue in your faith

Continue in your Faith – Colossians 1:22-23

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You are not saved just by walking the aisle and saying the sinner's prayer. Salvation is for those who continue in their faith to the end.

the Futility of Legalism

The Futility of Legalism – Colossians 2:20-23

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The futility of legalism should be obvious to anyone who has attempted to live by a strict code of conduct. It never changes a person's heart.

the other side of the cross

The Cross: A Look From the Other Side – Colossians 2:13-15

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We most often see the physical side of the cross. But at the cross, Jesus defeated his enemies, and ours. The cross was his greatest victory.

conflicts in the body

Conflicts in the Body – James 4:1-3

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Conflicts in the body of Christ are all to unfortunately a common occurrence. And the root cause is often personal desires that conflict.

the gates of hell

The Gates of Hell Shall Not Prevail – Matthew 16:13-20

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It is easy to be afraid of what our culture will do to us. But Jesus promise to us is that the gates of hell will not prevail against us.

The power of words

The Incredible Power of Words – James 3:1-12

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Words sometimes come too easy to us. But there is power in our words. The power to build another up. Or to tear them down. So be careful with your words.

Responding to temptation

Responding to Temptation – James 1:13-15

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James in clear that the temptation I face in life comes out of my own desires. And temptation can lead to sin and hinder my walk with God.

Joyful in trials

Joyful in the Trials of Life – James 1:2-4

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How do you respond when life hands you lemons? James calls on us to be joyful in our trials. They help us to grow in maturity.

Foot washing

Foot Washing As an Act of Discipleship – John 13:1-15

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One of the last things Jesus did with his disciples was to wash their feet. And then instructed them to do likewise. How should we respond to this today?