A Clay Jar

Encouraging, comforting, and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)

Hope

Come, All Who Are Thirsty

Come, All Who Are Thirsty – Isaiah 55:1-2

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This invitation is made to all who hunger and thirst for something more than this world can offer. Come to the Lord's table and be filled.

When Things Seem Darkest

When Things Seem Darkest – John 20:19

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Life can be very challenging at times. But when things seem the darkest, remember that Jesus has conquered. And his victory is ours as well.

everything is meaningless

Everything Is Meaningless – Ecclesiastes 1:2

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When the author of Ecclesiastes says that everything is meaningless, it means that it is all temporary. Nothing is this life has permanence.

before the rooster crows

Before the Rooster Crows – Mark 14:29-30

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After the rooster crows, have you realized denied Jesus? Don't let that be the end. In Jesus, there is hope for the broken.

the hope of Israel

The Promised Hope of Israel – Acts 26:6-8

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The hope of Israel centers around Jesus the Messiah and what he did. All of the Law, the Prophets and their promises find fulfillment in him.

Faith hope and love

Faith, Hope, and Love – 1 Thessalonians 1:2

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Is the church you are a part of known by your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope?

faith and love built on hope

Faith and Love that Spring from Hope – Colossians 1:4-5

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The church at Colossae was known for their faith in Christ and love for other believers. And those had sprung from their gospel hope.

plans I have for you

I Know the Plans I Have for You – Jeremiah 29:11

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I know the plans I have for you. This promise made to Israel applies to believers today. God's plan is to give us a future with him.

my heart is steadfast

My Heart, O God, Is Steadfast – Psalm 57:7-10

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When troubles come, join with David in proclaiming, "My heart, oh God, is steadfast." Put your hope in the one who can overcome all.

Soaring on wings like an eagle

Soaring On Wings Like Eagles – Isaiah 40:28-31

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Sometimes it can be easy to think God doesn't care. But trust him. He can renew your strength so you can soar on wings like an eagle.

The doctrine of hope

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.

the eyes of the Lord

The Eyes of the Lord Are On Us – Psalm 33:16-19

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The eyes of the Lord are on those who trust in him. So put your hope in him rather than things that will not last and that will disappoint. To all who trust in him, he is our hope and our shield.