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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.

The work of a master craftsman

The Work of a Master Craftsman – Genesis 2:7

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God worked as a master craftsman, shaping and forming his creation with love and care. Then he breathed life into us, making us living beings.

When Is Jesus Returning?

When Is Jesus Returning? – Acts 1:6

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While we wait for our Lord's return, focus on living for him where we are, bearing witness to his love through the power of the Holy Spirit.

The Land Enjoyed Its Sabbath Rests

The Land Enjoyed Its Sabbath Rests – 2 Chronicles 36:20-21

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As believers, we should not lose sight of the need to care for the land and resources God has given us. He cares about it. And so should we.

No Longer Any Sea

No Longer Any Sea – Revelation 21:1

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There may be oceans in the new creation. But the chaos and fear that the sea represents will have no place in the new heaven and earth.

Finding the book of the law

Finding the Book of the Law – 2 Chronicles 34:14

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Don't let your Bible sit on a shelf and get lost. Take the time to read it on a daily basis, and hear what God has to say to you through it.

Don't Be Attached to the Things of This World

Don’t Be Attached to the Things of This World – 1 Corinthians 7:31

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Do not become attached to the things of this world or put your hope in them. They are all temporary and will not last.

Jesus Wants Us to Be with Him

Jesus Wants Us to Be with Him – John 17:24

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Jesus gave his life to rescue me from a fate I richly deserved. And now, because of his love, he wants me to be with him in his glory.

Welcoming and Eating with Sinners

Welcoming and Eating with Sinners – Luke 15:1-2

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Rather than judging others unworthy of God's love, I need to follow Jesus’ example and share his love- even with sinners and tax collectors.

Chosen out of the World

Chosen out of the World – John 15:19

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Rather than be discouraged by the world's hostility, live holy and godly lives that reflect the love of God to a lost and dying world.

Doing the Work of Jesus

Doing the Work of Jesus – John 14:12-14

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Jesus promised to give us whatever we need to do his work and glorify the Father. So, we have no excuse for failing to carry on his work.

The winepress of God's wrath

The Winepress of God’s Wrath – Revelation 14:19-20

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Don't rejoice in the fate that awaits those who cause us grief in this life. Pity them instead and seek their salvation.

When Your Prayer Is Not Heard

When Your Prayer Is Not Heard – Zechariah 7:13

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Pray in Jesus’ name, in faith, and in accordance with God’s will. But also pray from a place of obedience to God's instruction to us.