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 First Must Be Last; the Servant of All – Mark 9:35
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Our world measure greatness by power and influence. But Jesus turned that upside down. To be first, you must become last, the servant of all.
I Will Give Thanks to the Lord – Psalm 9:1-2
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Giving thanks to the Lord should be a constant activity for the believer. He has done so much for us, and we have so much to be thankful for.
Put Jesus’ Teaching into Practice – Luke 6:49
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Don't be like the man who built his house on the sand. Put Jesus' words into practice. It is the only way to ensure that you will survive the storms of life.
Understanding the Creation Story in Genesis 1?
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As modern day readers, how should we understand the creation story in Genesis 1. Is it a literal and factual history, a myth, or somewhere in between?
Worship God Regardless the Circumstances – Job 1:20
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Do you worship God only when life is good? If so, you should read Job. He worshipped God even in the midst of great calamity and suffering.
Wake Up! The Tragedy of Unfinished Deeds – Rev. 3:2
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Are you depending on your reputation as a Christian? If you are, Jesus warns you about your unfinished deeds, telling you to wake up.
What Does it Mean to Be In Christ?
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Repeatedly the New Testament talks about us being in Christ. When I am in him, I am saved. When I am not in him, I am lost.
Be Transformed, Not Conformed – Romans 12:2
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It is easy to conform to the culture you live in. But we are called to be transformed. To be different that the world. And to know God's perfect will.
The Incomparable Riches of His Grace – Eph. 2:6-7
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Even when I was dead, God raised me up with Christ. Why? To demonstrate the incomparable riches of his grace. Amazing!
Baptism of the Holy Spirit and Tongues
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Just what is the baptism of the Holy Spirit? The Scripture teaches that all believers have been baptised by the Holy Spirit into the body of Christ.
For to Us a Child Is Born – Isaiah 9:1-7
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For to us, a child is born. And that child is Jesus, God himself, wrapped in flesh. Come and adore him this Christmas.
He Will Be Called Son of the Most High – Luke 1:31-33
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This Christmas celebrate the birth of Jesus, the Son of the Most High. A King whose reign will never end. And bow before him in worship.
