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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.

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.

two baskets of figs

Two Baskets of Figs – Jeremiah 24:4-7

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Jeremiah's vision of two baskets of figs demonstrates God's sovereignty over nations and the affairs of this world. God chooses who he will.

the message and power of the cross

The Power of the Cross – 1 Corinthians 1:18

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It is through the message of the cross that the power of God works in the lives of believers. The cross truly is good news for us.

God and a huckleberry bush

God, a Riverbank, and a Huckleberry Bush

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What does a huckleberry bush have to teach us about the majesty of God? Lessons from sitting on the river bank thinking about God.

Bringing Shame to the Cause of Christ

Bringing Shame to the Cause of Christ – Psalm 69:5-6

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My sinful actions don't hurt just myself and those directly involved. They can also bring shame to the cause of Christ and other believers.

Always be ready. Jesus is coming at an unexpected time.

Coming at an Unexpected Time – Matthew 24:44

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Jesus will be coming at an unexpected time. Will you be ready for him when he returns? Or will you be caught unprepared and living for self?

reading Revelation

Why Do We Avoid Reading Revelation?

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Revelation is a challenging part of the Bible to read. And many, for a variety of reasons, choose not to read it. But those who do read it are blessed.