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.

Man standing on a hill at sunset: Hold firmly to the gospel message

Hold Firmly to the Gospel Message – 1 Corinthians 15:1-2

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If we abandon faith in the death, burial, and bodily resurrection of Jesus, then we are no longer standing on the gospel.

The Greatest of These Is Love

The Greatest of These Is Love – 1 Corinthians 13:13

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The most important thing I can do as a believer is to love God with my whole being and to love those around me.

Blueprints: God is in charge and has a plan

God Is in Charge and Has a Plan – Exodus 9:15-16

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God is “working out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will.” No one can thwart his plan for us.

A pair of meercats - How faint the whisper we hear of God

How Faint the Whisper We Hear of God- Job 26:14

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God's voice is a whisper we can easily ignore. But, if we listen, we can understand and experience the power of God and his love for us.

A man holding a loaf of bread - Trusting God each step of the way

Trusting God Each Step of the Way – Luke 9:16-17

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We may not see how we can accomplish the task God has given us. But if we step out in obedience, God will supply what we need. As we need it.

A hand reaching up to God. God does it all for our salvation.

God Does It All for Our Salvation – Exodus 6:6-8

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God did it all for our salvation. He redeemed us from our slavery to sin, made us his people, and has prepared a forever home for us.

A dense forest with 1 Timothy 4:1. A warning against the teachings of demons

Doctrines of Demons – 1 Timothy 4:1-2

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Guard against false teachers and doctrines contrary to God’s inspired word and those that promote a different gospel.

The other side of forgiveness

The Other Side of Forgiveness – Genesis 45:24

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As a believer, don’t dwell on your past and how unworthy you might feel. Your past does not define you. You have been forgiven.

Why do wicked people prosper?

Why Do Wicked People Prosper? – Job 21:7, 13

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As a believer in the Lord Jesus, you may not understand why wicked people prosper. But it is temporary. They will be held accountable.

What Is God’s Name?

What Is God’s Name? – Exodus 3:14-15

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God’s “name” reflects who he is, the holy, eternal self-existent one, as well as what he is, our creator, redeemer, and Father.

Respond to Temptation Like Jesus

Respond to Temptation Like Jesus – Luke 4:13

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When we trust in the Spirit to lead us and have hidden God’s word in our hearts, then we can overcome any temptation that comes our way.

Can you take it with you?

Can You Take It with You? – 1 Corinthians 3:14-15

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There is a reward when I build on the foundation of Christ with gold, silver, or precious stones. It is a reward that awaits me in heaven.