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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.

Hearing The Still Small Voice of God

The Still Small Voice of God – 1 Kings 19:11-13

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When we are at our lowest, God will whisper in our hearts. And the voice of God, if When we are at our lowest, God will whisper in our hearts. And that voice, if we will hear it, will challenge us to get back into the game.will hear it, will challenge us to get back in the game.

gain the world and lose your soul

Gain the World and Lose Your Soul – Mark 8:36

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Jesus warns us about the dangers of trying to gain the things of this world and the possibility that you could lose your soul in the process.

Why should we worship God?

Why Should We Worship God?

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Why should we worship God? Because he is our creator, redeemer and Lord. In the end, every knee will bow before him. Why not start now?

The nation's troubles

A Nation’s Troubles: Who is Responsible? – 1 Kings 18:16-18

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The United States is facing many troubles. And the source of the nation's troubles is turning away from the true God toward false gods.

saved by grace through faith

Saved by Grace, Not by Works – Ephesians 2:8-9

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Many believe they can earn a place in heaven by doing enough good. But Scripture is clear that we are saved by grace, not by works.

The aseity of God

Aseity, the Self-existence and Eternally of God.

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One of the attributes commonly associated with God is aseity. That God is a self-existent necessary being who is eternal.

Without Gossip a Quarrel Dies Down

Without Gossip, a Quarrel Dies Down – Proverbs 26:20

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Gossip is like throwing fuel onto a fire. The more fuel we add, the hotter the fire. By choosing not to gossip, a quarrel can die down.

The gift of God is eternal life

The Gift of God is Eternal Life -Romans 6:23

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While we all deserved death because of our sin, the gracious gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus for all who believe.

Can a believer with with God apart from a community of other believers?

Can I Walk with God Alone, Apart from Other Believers?

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Is it possible to have a living relationship with God apart from being an active member of a local church body? I don't believe so.

strength in the Lord

Finding Strength In the Lord – 1 Samuel 30:6

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How do you respond to distressing situations. When David found himself overwhelmed, he found strength in the Lord, trusting in God.

chosen to be holy and blameless

Chosen in Christ to Be Holy and Blameless – Ephesians 1:4

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We have been richly blessed spiritually when we are in Christ. In particular, we have been chosen to be seen as holy and blameless by God.

Jesus was made perfect through his suffering

Hebrews: Made Perfect Through Suffering (2:10-13)

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Jesus, the author of our salvation, was made perfect, as a savior, through his suffering on the cross. The perfect lamb sacrificed for us.