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)

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 devotionals, longer book and topic studies, and larger theological posts.

power, love, and self-discipline

The Spirit of Power, Love, and Self-discipline – 2 Timothy 1:7

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This verse is meaningful to those of us who are timid. God has given us his Spirit, the Spirit of power, love, and self-discipline.

pursue righteousness

Flee Ungodliness; Pursue Righteousness- 1 Timothy 6:11

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As a 'man of God,' I need to flee ungodliness in all its forms. Instead, I should pursue righteousness, godliness, and other godly virtues.

character in leadership

Character in Leadership – 1 Timothy 5:22

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How do we select our leaders, especially within the church? Based on their character in leadership? Or how appealing they sound to us?

set an example

Set an Example – 1 Timothy 4:12

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Do you set a good example of the Christian lifestyle to the believers around you? Strive to make your life one that others could safely copy.

good reputation

A Good Reputation with Unbelievers – 1 Timothy 3:7

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Do you have a good reputation among unbelievers? Or is the cause of Christ brought into disrepute because of your life and actions?

God wants all to be saved

God Wants All To Be Saved – 1 Timothy 2:3-6

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God wants all people to be saved. But only those who repent and believe will be saved and escape his judgment.

Faith and a Good Conscience

Faith and a Good Conscience – 1 Timothy 1:19

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As a believer, how important is it to hold onto faith and a good conscience? According to Paul, it is absolutely vital. Hold tightly to them.

a day of remembrance

A Day of Remembrance – Luke 23:55-56

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On Resurrection Day, we celebrate Christ's victory over death. Make it a Day of Remembrance. Remember what the Lord has done for you.

Never tire of doing good

Never Tire of Doing Good – 2 Thessalonians 3:13

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The challenge in this verse is not about being good. It is in doing good. Never tire of doing good, of doing what is right.

They Refused to Love the Truth

They Refused to Love the Truth – 2 Thessalonians 2:10

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Don't be ashamed of the truth. Love the truth. Boldly proclaim it. But recognize that there are some who will refuse to believe it.

Worthy of his calling

Worthy of His Calling – 2 Thessalonians 1:11

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Do you want to be worthy of God's calling? Only God can make you worthy. And he does. And he will bless our efforts toward doing good.

Encourage one another

Encourage One Another – 1 Thessalonians 5:11

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As fellow members in the body of Christ, we should be actively involved in the lives of our fellow members. Be an encourager and a builder.