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.

are you ready

Are You Ready? – Matthew 24:45-25:13

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Jesus promised that he would return for those who are his. Are you ready for it? We don't know when. But we should live in expectation of it.

living in the Spirit

Living in the Flesh or in the Spirit – Romans 8:5-8

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We can live according to the flesh. Or according to the Spirit. The former leads to death while the latter leads to life and peace.

The parable of the rich fool

The Parable of the Rich Fool – Luke 12:13-21

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There is nothing wrong with having wealth. But, unlike the rich fool, we should recognize it is temporary, and work toward eternal riches.

lost and found parables

The Lost and Found Parables – Luke 15:3-32

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Jesus told three parables about something that was lost, but had been found. And the rejoicing in heaven over what was found.

The Parables of the Precious – Matthew 13:44-46

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The parable of the pearl and the parable of the hidden treasure express the value of the kingdom of God. Will we give up everything for it?

example of the early church

The Example of the Early Church – Acts 2:42-47

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The example of the early church provides us with a successful template for being the church today. Be devoted to God and the body of Christ.

into the mountains to pray

Going into the Mountains to Pray – Matthew 14:23

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I love Jesus example of going out into the mountains to pray. I enjoy the time when I can get out like that and spend time alone with God.

Two went up to pray: a deacon and a prostitute

A Deacon and a Prostitute: A Parable Retold – Luke 18:9-14

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What would Jesus' parable of two men going to pray look like in today's world. Might it be a Baptist deacon and a common prostitute?

He is risen indeed

He Is Risen Indeed – Matthew 28:5-7

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Today is a good day to remember what Jesus has done for us. Take the time to meditate on his death and resurrection, and what it means, or can mean, for you. And take the time to celebrate, along with me, a risen and living Lord.

did he stink

After Four Days in the Tomb: Did He Stink? – John 11:38-39

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A light hearted look at Lazarus resurrection from death. Martha was concerned about Lazarus stinking? Did he? After his resuscitation?

new patches on old garments

New Patches on Old Garments – Matthew 9:16-17

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Putting new patches onto old garments may work in fashion, but not in our walk with Christ. Instead, we need to ditch the old man, and be made anew.

What would Jesus do?

What Would Jesus Do? – Matthew 9:9-13

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What would Jesus do if he came to town? I think he would be hanging out with 'sinners' rather than us good Christian folk, safely tucked into our churches.