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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.

tree of life

The Tree of Life Restored – Revelation 22:1-2

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The tree of life was lost in Eden, but it is restored in the Holy City, the new paradise. Blessed are those who can eat from the tree of life.

unveiling the bride

Unveiling of the Bride – Revelation 21:9-10

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The Holy City, the New Jerusalem, the Bride of Christ, a redeemed and glorious church prepared for her wedding to the Lamb. How great to be a part of that.

millennium kingdom

The Millennium Kingdom – Revelation 20:4

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How should we understand this passage that describes the millennium kingdom? Is this a critical doctrine, or less important?

the marriage of the Lamb

The Marriage of the Lamb – Revelation 19:7

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The marriage of the Lamb is coming and his Bride the Church) is making herself ready. Hold onto that hope during the trials of this life.

come out of Babylon

Come Out of Babylon – Revelation 18:4

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As believers we need to come out of Babylon. Don't be a part of this world and its way of doing things. But seek after holiness instead.

carrying out God's Purpose

Carrying Out God’s Purpose – Revelation 17:17

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God is in control. He even directs the affairs of nations in the accomplishment of his purpose for creation. He will not be thwarted.

bowls of wrath

Bowls of Wrath – Revelation 16:1

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God's judgement and wrath are coming to this world. The only way to escape this is to listen to the words of Christ and believe in him.

victorious over the beast

Victorious Over the Beast – Revelation 15:2

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How do you come out on top in the end? By trusting your life to Christ and being faithful to him. Then you will be victorious over the beast.

harvesting the earth

Harvesting the Earth – Revelation 14:14-16

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There are two harvests of the earth coming; one to eternal life and the other to destruction. Are you ready?

the persecuted church

The Persecuted Church – Revelation 13:7, 10

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The spirit of antichrist is active in the world today waging war on the saints, and conquering them. Pray for the persecuted church.

the doctrine of the persistence of salvation

Arminianism: The Persistence of Salvation

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Can a true believer ever lose their salvation? Persistence of salvation is debated among Arminians, but classical Arminianism does support the possibility.

triumphing by the blood

Triumphing by the Blood – Revelation 12:11

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In the heavenly courtroom drama, we triumph over Satan, our accuser, by the blood of the Lamb, and the testimony of our lives.