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)

Salvation

Waiting for our adoption

Waiting for Our Adoption As Children – Romans 8:23-25

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As the whole creation groans in anticipation of the unveiling of God's children, so the children themselves groan as we wait for our adoption.

the doctrine of the Kingdom of God

The Doctrine of the Kingdom of God

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What is the Kingdom of God that is spoken of so much in the New Testament. It is the spiritual rule of God in the life of believers.

all things are possible with God

All Things Are Possible With God – Mark 10:25-27

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All things are possible with God. It makes no difference who or what you are. Trust God, and follow Christ into the kingdom.

the mystery of salvation

1 Peter: The Mystery of Salvation (1:10-12)

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The Old Testament prophets searched intently to understand the mystery of salvation. But it was kept hidden until fulfilled in Christ.

The gospel is the power of God

The Gospel Is the Power of God – Romans 1:16-17

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The gospel is the good news about Jesus. About his atoning death and resurrection. But it is more than that. It is the power of God for the salvation of all who will believe its message, who entrust Jesus with their lives.

A glorious and inexpressible joy

1 Peter: Glorious Joy, In All Kinds of Trials (1:6-9)

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In 1 Peter 1:6-9, we find that we can experience a glorious joy in the midst of great trials. Because we are receiving the goal of our faith.

because of his great mercy

1 Peter: Because of His Great Mercy (1:3-5)

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In 1 Peter 1:3-5 Peter tells us that because of his mercy for us, God has given us a new birth into a living hope and into an imperishable inheritance.

keep his commands

If We Keep His Commands – 1 John 2:3-6

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If we do indeed know Christ, then we will keep his command to love each other. This love is a product of a saving relationship with Christ.

the doctrine of salvation

The Doctrine of Salvation

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The doctrine of salvation encompasses our initial salvation experience, our ongoing walk with Christ, and our final deliverance.

Rejoicing in heaven

Rejoicing in Heaven – Luke 15:10

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The parables of the lost sheep, coin, and son all tell the same story. There is rejoicing in heaven over one who was lost, but has now been found.

Enter through the narrow door

Enter Through the Narrow Door – Luke 13:23-27

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Not everyone who calls Jesus "Lord" will be saved. Only those who walk through the narrow door will enter into the kingdom of God.

God wants all to be saved

God Wants All To Be Saved – 1 Timothy 2:3-6

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God wants all people to be saved. But only those who repent and believe will be saved and escape his judgment.