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.
Requirements for Salvation – Acts 15:5
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All who have come to faith in Christ are God's children and members of his family, regardless of our individual traditions or doctrines.
Taking Reasonable Precautions – Nehemiah 4:9
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Nehemiah teaches us that taking reasonable precautions to protect ourselves does not necessarily reflect a lack of trust in God.
The Parable of the Weeds – Matthew 13:24-26
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Are you a child of the kingdom? If not, it is not too late to repent, take Jesus as your true Lord, and produce the fruit of righteousness.
Settling in Canaan or Sodom – Genesis 13:12
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Don’t make the tragic mistake Lot did. Turn your back on Sodom and settle down in Canaan, the land of promise.
Barnabas: Son of Encouragement – Acts 11:25-26a
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Encourage fellow believers to remain faithful, to grow in their faith, and to find the place of service God has equipped them for.
The One Who Endures to the End – Matthew 10:22
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What awaits us is beyond compare. So endure to the end, and experience the salvation that the Lord has prepared for us.
Putting Your Money Where Your Mouth Is – Ezra 8:22
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Ezra put his money where his mouth was, trusting in God instead of the king’s protection when returning to Jerusalem. And God protected them.
By Divine Appointment – Acts 8:29-31
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If the Spirit nudges you to go into the desert and climb into someone’s chariot, be willing to go, accepting the opportunity to share Christ.
The Golden Rule – Matthew 7:12
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How do we fulfill the Golden Rule? By loving our neighbor as we do ourselves and treating them the way we want them to treat us.
Don’t Worry About Tomorrow – Matthew 6:31-34
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Don't worry about today's needs or what tomorrow might bring. Trust God and live today as faithful members of his kingdom.
Rejoice When Insulted for Christ’s Sake – Matthew 5:11-12
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We should consider it an honor to be treated like Jesus and his apostles. Learn to rejoice when you are insulted for Christ's sake.
Following the Example of Jesus – Matthew 4:23
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You might not be a dynamic speaker or able to heal the sick and cast out demons. But you can share the good news of the kingdom with others
