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.
So Must the Son of Man Be Lifted Up – John 3:14-15
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Jesus' death on the cross has the potential to bring eternal life to everyone. But only those who look and believe experience the benefit.
What If Jesus Came to His Church Today? – John 2:14-15
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If Jesus came to his church today, would he be happy with what we were doing? Or would there be a whip involved?
Holding Out Hope
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The prophets held out hope, telling Israel God had plans for them despite their rebellion. The promise of land, king, and temple remained.
The Light of the World – John 1:4-5
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The light that Jesus is, blazed out even brighter as his apostles and others who love the light took it to the far reaches of the world.
Clothed With Power from On High – Luke 24:49
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When we trust in the Spirit, just like Jesus’ first followers, we will be able to accomplish whatever God calls on us to do.
Who Put God in Charge? – Job 34:13
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As a follower of the Lord Jesus, I need to guard against questioning God's actions, and trust him to do what is best for his creation.
As You Wait for that Day, Stay Awake and Watch – Luke 21:34-36
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Jesus is returning for us. And it will be good if, when that day comes, he finds us faithfully serving him rather than sleeping.
Marriage in the Age to Come – Luke 20:34-36
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In the coming age, we will, in some way, be like the angels, living in the presence of God, sons of God. And marriage will be no more.
The Crowning of a King – Luke 19:11
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When Jesus returns, just like in the parable, he will reward his faithful servants and punish those who have opposed him.
Breaking the Covenant
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Israel repeatedly broke their covenant with God and eventually faced exile. Was that the end? Or was there still hope for them?
A Mediator with God – Job 33:23-25
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How great it is that what Elihu saw as one chance in a thousand was realized in Jesus, our mediator with God on our behalf.
One Taken and One Left – Luke 17:34-35
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Jesus is returning. He will deliver his chosen ones from judgment. And his return for us will be sudden and unexpected. So always be ready!
