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.
Ephesians: A Mystery Revealed (3:1-13)
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The revealed mystery is that the barrier that separated Jew from Gentile has been eliminated, and has been replaced by a new humanity.
Finishing the Race – Acts 20:24
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Are you running the race that God has laid out for you? Or are you distracted by the cares and concerns of life? Strive for the finish line.
Ephesians: Tearing Down the Wall of Hostility (2:11-22)
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Jesus' death on the cross tore down the dividing wall of hostility separating Jew from Gentile. In his death, the law is fulfilled.
Ephesians: Amazing Grace (2:8-10)
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Grace. More specifically God's grace, his unmerited favor towards us. But it is concerned with much more than my salvation.
Worship in Times of Suffering – Acts 16:25
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When you face challenges because you are a Christian, rather than complain, worship God. And never forget that others are watching.
Why Does God Allow Suffering? – Acts 14:19
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While we might not understand all the reasons we, and other godly people, suffer, we should continue to trust him, even while we are suffering.
The Doctrine of the Church
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What is the church? What is it's purpose? Questions about government, baptism and Lord's Supper. These are topics addressed by the doctrine of the church.
Ephesians: From Death Into Life, An Act of Grace (2:1-7)
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In my natural state, I was spiritually dead, separated from the life of God. But by his grace, I have been made alive and seated with Christ.
Being Faithful in the Small Things – Acts 9:10-12
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The example of Ananias teaches us that being faithful in seemingly insignificant ways can have a tremendous impact on the lives of others.
Ephesians: A Prayer for Believers (1:15-23)
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In Ephesians 1:15-23, Paul's prayer for his readers is a spirit of wisdom and revelation so that they could know God better.
Following God’s Call – Acts 8:26
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Would you follow God's call out into the desert? Especially if you are leaving an exciting work? Be willing to follow wherever God leads
Ephesians: Spiritual Blessings (1:3-14)
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God has given his spiritual blessings to us in the heavenly realm. And we have these blessings because we are in Christ.
