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 Doctrine of Hope: What Is Our Hope As Believers?
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The doctrine of hope is an important one for believers. Hope is the earnest expectation of what God has in store for us. And hope holds us steady today.
Lord, Here I Am. Send Me! – Isaiah 6:8
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When God called for a volunteer to go, Isaiah did not hesitate. He jumped up and said, "Here I am. Send me!"
Taking Captive Every Thought – 2 Corinthians 10:5b
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Part of the spiritual warfare that believers are engaged in involves taking every thought captive. Be in control of your every thought.
What Does It Mean To Enter Into God’s Rest
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The author of Hebrews holds out the promise of entering into God's rest. But what is this rest? And how does one enter into it?
Thirsting for God in a Dry and Parched Land – Psalms 63:1
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In the midst of a dry and parched time, David had two responses. He was thirsting for God. And he rejoiced and glorified God. Such a good example for us.
Over All These Virtues, Put on Love – Colossians 3:14
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There are many attributes that should characterize the life of the believer. But over all of these, we are told to put on love. Love ties them all together.
Standing in the Gap before God – Psalm 106:23, 30
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Are you, like Moses, willing to stand in the gap, pleading with God on behalf of the lost? Those in danger of experiencing the wrath of God?
Whatever You Do – Colossians 3:22-24
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Whatever you do, do it for the Lord. Are you employed? Then serve as if Christ was your boss. And whatever else you do, do it for Christ.
Why Did Jesus Curse the Fig Tree – Matthew 21:18-22
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One of the stranger stories in the gospels concerns Jesus cursing a fruitless fig tree. What is the point of this? Why is it in our Bibles?
Come, Let Us Bow Down in Worship – Psalm 95:1-7
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No matter how challenging life may become, never forget who God is and his care for you. Give thanks to him and worship your creator.
Give Generously to Those in Need – Luke 6:38
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How generous are you in your time of need? Jesus promises that if we give generously, God will take note and be generous with us in return.
Discipleship Starts with Being a Learner
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At the foundation of being a disciple is being a learner. Learn the lessons that Jesus has to teach us in his Word and through the Holy Spirit.
