Clay Defined 1. a type of fine soil or rock: a fine-grained material consisting mainly of hydrated aluminum silicates that occurs naturally in soil and.

Slides:

Advertisements

Similar presentations

The Humanity of Jesus Helps Humanity

Advertisements

Studies in 1 Corinthians (40) Baptized into the Body of Christ 1 Cor. 12:12-13.

Statements of Faith 1.  One In Christ One In Christ  God is God is  The Bible is God’s Word The Bible is God’s Word  People are God’s Treasure.

1 Romans 11:1-36 Justification Found Through The Gospel, Not National Israel – 9:1-11:36.

Ephesians 5:8-17 “Take Time to be Holy” 1. Ephesians 5:8-17 “8 For ye were sometimes darkness, but now are ye light in the Lord: walk as children of light:

2 Samuel 7:  The Premillennial position states that Christ will return to the earth with the raptured saints, call the Jews back to Palestine,

“Whom Say Ye That I Am” Matthew 16:13-16.

Introduction God has always had memorials for His people. Partaking of the unleavened bread would be a reminder of God bringing them out of Egyptian bondage.

The Potter and the Clay Jeremiah 18:1-6 1The word which came to Jeremiah from the LORD, saying: 2 "Arise and go down to the potter's house, and there I.

 Let us consider the church in God’s eternal purpose (Eph. 3:8-12).  The term “church” identifies those who are “called out” into “an assembly, a congregation,

Introduction Today most people think that the church is unimportant and unnecessary. But what is the church? The word “church” is from the Greek word.

Christ’s Church Christ said He would build His church Matt. 16:18 Christ is head over all things to the church and it is His body – Eph. 1:22-23 God’s.

Sweet Will of God The purposes, precepts and providence of God.

Martha’s GREAT Faith! §John 11:21 – “Lord, if You had been here, my brother would not have died.” §22 – “I know that whatever You ask of God, God will.

1 There is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. (Luke 2:11)

The Lord Is My Shepherd David is speaking with a sense of gratitude about his relationship with the Lord. “The Lord is MY shepherd.” He is my owner, I.

Do Not Be Conformed To This World 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable.

New For the love of Christ compels us, because we judge thus: that if One died for all, then all died; and He died for all, that those who live should.

The Kingdom of God “Denoting sovereignty, royal power, dominion; then by metonymy…denoting the territory or people over whom a king rules” (W.E. Vine).

The Powerful Word of God. The Word of God Is not bound (restrained), 2 Tim 2:9 Is a powerful instrument to destroy and heal, Heb 4:12 Authority of Jesus’

OUR INHERITANCE. INTRODUCTION  Let us consider our hope of an eternal inheritance, described by the apostle Peter as “imperishable and undefiled and.

What is the church? Five Lessons on the Lord’s Church.

Psalms 145:18-20 (NKJV) 18 The LORD is near to all who call upon Him, To all who call upon Him in truth. 19 He will fulfill the desire of those.

Acts 1:11; Revelation 22:12, 20. Jesus IS Coming Again! John 14:3 – And if I go & prepare a place for you, I will come again & receive you to Myself;

Psalm 2 What is God’s plan for bringing justice to the world today?

DEPENDING ON GOD 2 Chronicles 16:1-9.

SALVATION IN THE CHURCH Ephesians. Eph 5:22-24 – Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. 23 For the husband is head of the wife, as also Christ.

Blessings In Christ Fellowship in the Son. Introduction God has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in Christ (Ephesians 1:3-14). Jesus is the Alpha.

Back to Basics What is the Bible? February Give me the Bible.

“Good understanding gives favor: but the way of transgressors is hard.” Prov. 13:15.

The Beatitudes Matthew 5:1-12. Introduction Beatitudes are a collection of eight qualities of life that separate children of God from the world much like.

“The Lord Said to My Lord…” Psalm 110

His Masterpiece Jeremiah 18:1-4 Jeremiah’s trial In chapter 20, Jeremiah tempted to quit. God sent him to art class for a battle winning sermon.

“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might” (NKJV).

God’s Riches: Our Blessings Ephesians 1:3. Theme: Paul, an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, to the saints who are in Ephesus, & faithful in.

God’s Truth Stands…FOREVER God’s Truth Stands…FOREVER −Psalm 119:89 −1 Peter 1:20-25.

STEWARDSHIP: YOUR TIME, TALENT, AND TREASURE CHRIST THE KING PARISH NOV. 21, 2013.

Tearing Down Our High Places W HAT IS D ISPLACING G OD IN O UR L IVES ?

Christ promised to build "His" church, singular, just one Gal 3:16 The church the Lord built is much misunderstood today It is wide in scope - not narrow.

DISCIPLINE. INTRODUCTION  In the NASB, the word “discipline” occurs 37 times in 36 Bible verses.

AS IN THE DAYS OF NOAH Matthew 24:35-39.

Grace Fellowship Church Pastor/Teacher Jim Rickard Sunday, December 30, 2012.

Do we really love Jesus in Sincerity? Eph. 6:24 “Grace be to all them that love our Lord Jesus Christ In Sincerity! Amen”

Grace Fellowship Church Pastor/Teacher Jim Rickard Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2011.

PSALMS 2 THE REIGN OF THE LORD’S ANOINTED. SINNER’S RAGE & REBELLION (VS. 1-3) Sinful men rebel against God (Psa. 12:1-4; Luke 19:11-14, 27). Sinful men.

WHY SOME TURN BACK INTO SPIRITUAL BONDAGE 2 PETER 2:9-22.

Tearing Down Our High Places W HAT IS D ISPLACING G OD IN O UR L IVES ?

A Kingdom Which Cannot Be Moved Heb. 12: Kingdom Prophesied Dan. 2:44-45Dan. 2:44-45 Kingdom would not be destroyed. Dan. 7:13-14Dan. 7:13-14.

The Everlasting Kingdom. Prophecy Concerning the Kingdom King descended from Judah & David – (Gen. 49:10; I Chron. 17:11-14; II Sam. 7:12-16) Reign forever.

Ephesians 2:19-22 Bible Reading Matthew 26:26-28 And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, blessed and broke it, and gave it to the disciples and.

The Great Incarnation “He was manifested in the flesh” Jesus Christ existed with God from eternity (John 1:1-3) Jesus Christ existed with God from eternity.

1 John 17:17 “Sanctify them through thy truth: thy word is truth”

The Church of Christ Comunicación y Gerencia “I will build my church” (Matthew 16:18)

Have you been Added to the Church by the Lord? Acts 2:47.

SUFFERING Are We Prepared?. Preparing for Suffering Trusting God’s Word – Trusting God’s Word –  “Princes persecute me without a cause, but my heart.

The Essential Nature of Humans. 1. Why were we created? A. God created us for His glory 1. Isa. 43:7; Eph. 1: What does this mean? …echoes in.

A Kingdom Which Cannot Be Moved

The Greatness of the Kingdom I Love

The New Testament Church.

The Distinction between the Church and Individuals in Serving Others

GRACE Zech 4:7 The head stone: Prophetically, this points to the completion of the temple, the Dwelling place of God in the Earth. And we know that His.

Dead or Alive. Dead or Alive Dead or Alive Death is separation Physical: spirit from body (James 2:26) Spiritual: spirit from God (Isa. 59:2) Spiritually.

The Temple Of God Lesson 5.

There is a God (Gen. 1:1; Psa. 19:1; 14:1)

Studies in Ephesians Fellow Citizens Ephesians 2:19-22

The House of Worship (not a physical structure!)

The Biblical Explanation

The God of Heaven Has A Personal Relationship with His Children

Presentation transcript:

Clay Defined 1. a type of fine soil or rock: a fine-grained material consisting mainly of hydrated aluminum silicates that occurs naturally in soil and sedimentary rock. Use: in making bricks, ceramics, and cement; 2. modeling substance: a substance like clay used for modeling; 3. heavy sticky earth: earth, especially heavy sticky wet earth; 4. human body: the physical body of a human being, particularly the matter of which it is composed The Encarta World English Dictionary

Incidental Occurrences In describing the genealogy of Jacob/Israel, the sons of Judah included Shelah and his descendants who were potters by trade (1 Chron. 4:21-23). After betraying the Lord, Judas felt remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders. They used the money to purchase the Potter’s Field as a burial place for strangers (Matt. 27:1- 10; cf. Zech. 11:12-13).

Characteristics of Clay Clay is composed of small particles that adhere closely to one another. Instead of being puffed up, Christians should have a small view of self, and be closely joined to our brethren (Matt. 20:20-28; Phil. 2:1-8).

Characteristics of Clay In comparison with sand and other soils, clay retains moisture. Let us avoid the folly of ancient Israel, who forsook God and turned aside to idolatry, hewing for themselves broken cisterns that held no water (Jer. 2:9-13). Coming to Christ, let us drink from the fount of living water which He alone provides (John 4:7-14; 7:37-39).

Characteristics of Clay Clay is pliable, and can be easily molded by a potter. In like manner, God would mold and make us according to His will (Isa. 64:8-12). Therefore, let us present our bodies to God as a living and holy sacrifice (Rom. 12:1-2). Being saved by grace through faith, may we willingly yield to His plan and purpose (Eph. 2:8-10).

Characteristics of Clay When clay is fired, it forms a solid which has internal strength, but is not easily joined to a dissimilar substance (cf. Dan. 2:40-43). Recognizing the benefits of fiery trials, let us develop spiritual strength, but not be bound together with unbelievers (1 Pet. 4:12-19; 2 Cor. 6:14-18).

Characteristics of Clay Clay pottery is fragile, and can thus be easily destroyed (Isa. 30:12-14). Recognizing spiritual dangers, let us flee temptation rather than follow after the same (2 Tim. 2:20-26).

Characteristics of the Potter God possesses creativity which is marvelously displayed in the physical creation (Psa. 19:1-6; Rom. 1:18-20). His handiwork is apparent in His spiritual creation, the church (Eph. 3:8-13; Heb. 12:18-24).

Characteristics of the Potter Divine resourcefulness is also reflected in our individual lives, as God lifts us out of sin, removing its shame and degradation, granting us dignity and purpose, helping us to become conformed to the image of His Son (Rom. 8:28-30; Col. 3:9-11).

Characteristics of the Potter The Potter has power over the clay, to mold and make, to shatter and destroy. Wicked men defy the Lord and His Anointed, saying, “Let us tear their fetters apart and cast away their cords from us!” Yet, the Lord’s plan and purpose cannot be thwarted: “I have installed My King Upon Zion, My holy mountain.”

Characteristics of the Potter There are only two options: We show discernment, and worship the Lord; We show defiance, and are shattered like earthenware (Psa. 2:1-12; cf. also Isa. 30:12-14). The choice is ours: will we become vessels of wrath/dishonor, or will we be vessels of mercy/honor (Jer. 18:1-12; 19:10-13; Rom. 9:20-24; 2 Tim. 2:20-22)?

Conclusion Though mankind oft manifests a spirit of prideful rebellion, God remains in control, and will deal marvelously with His people, punishing the perverse and preserving the penitent (Isa. 29:13-24, esp. vs ; cf. also 45:9-12).

Conclusion Shall we acknowledge our guilt and seek God’s favor? Will we be pliable in the Potter’s hands, and thus enjoy His favor, or become hardened, and provoke His anger (Isa. 64:6-65:2)? Will we be humble and responsive or will we be obstinate and disobedient (Rom. 10:11-21)?