Sermons on Jars Of Clay:

Sanctify Me Oh Lord

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 9, 2015

To show that GOD needs sanctified and clean vessels to work with.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a sanctified vessel? Yes. Hebrews 2:11 & John 17:19 Hebrews 2:11 (Amplified Bible) For both He Who sanctifies [making men holy] and those who are sanctified all have one [Father]. For this reason He is not ashamed to call them brethren; John 17:19 (Amplified Bible) And so ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 29:44

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Potters House"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 13, 2013

At the potters house we go to hear a message and the message is we learn we are formed, shaped and created, God wants to do a work in our life, we are a work in progress, and the message at the Potters House is molding and shaping us into his image.

"The Potters House" Jeremiah 18:1-11 1. The "Potters House" is a place to receive a Message A. Note God told Jeremiah "GO" The message is coming when you get to the Potters House: • 2"Go down to the potter's house, and there I will give you my message." 2. The Message at the Potters ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Potter's Prerogative Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 20, 2009

The fact that God is correlated to the potter and we are correlated to the clay has profound implications.

The Potter’s Prerogative (Jeremiah 18:1-12) 1. Some people are pretty shrewd. 2. When a friend received a traffic ticket, he promptly sent the policeman an orchid. Asked why, he explained: "I figure that when he gets the orchid, he will give it to his wife or his girl, who will make him take her ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lessons From The Potter’s House

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

LESSONS FROM THE POTTER’S HOUSE

Jeremiah 18:1-10 LESSONS FROM THE POTTER’S HOUSE I. THE POTTER AND HIS MISSION V. 1- 3 Then I went down to the potter’s house, and, behold, he wrought a work on the wheels. I. HE SAW A PICTURE OF THE DIVINE POTTER. 6 O house of Israel, cannot I do with you as this potter? saith the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-10

Denomination: Holiness

The Kingdom Of God - "Making A Kingdom Impact”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Apr 28, 2024

The purpose of today’s message is to help us reach our fullest potential for the Kingdom of God and to be those masterpieces God created for us to be, where we can make an impact for God’s Kingdom on earth as it is in heaven.

The Kingdom of God “Making A Kingdom Impact” Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GEcL72S3ZIQ Years ago, I used to fly from Las Vegas to Chicago. Now on these trips, there always seem to be some difficulties, and the captain would come on the intercom and say, “We’ve got a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10, Psalm 139:14, Jeremiah 1:5, Mark 10:45

Denomination: Foursquare

What Light Is And What Light Does Series

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 10, 2014

There’s nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won’t feel insecure around you. We were born to manifest the glory of God that is within us . . . And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela once said; “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness, that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, “Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented and fabulous?” Actually, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

In The Potter's Hands Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Sep 4, 2004

Sermon on the potter and the clay for Pentecost 14C

On an overhead slide, draw four symbols: a star, a plus sign, a circle and a square. Ask the audience to pick one of the symbols and then share which sign they picked with the person sitting closest to them. Then interpret the signs; “Research shows that if you picked the square, you are a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-11

Denomination: Other

Spiritual Capacity

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 28, 2008

We have a spiritual capacity, but whether we are among the "strong" or the "weak" in this sense, we are called to help one another and be patient with all.

Spiritual Capacity TCF Sermon April 20, 2008 1 Thessalonians 5:14 (NASB77) And we urge you, brethren, admonish the unruly, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with all men. 1 Thess 5:14 (NLT) Brothers and sisters, we urge you to warn those who are lazy. Encourage those who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discovering Your Dream Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

When God created you, he needed something done on earth that nobody else could do, so he designed you to do it better than anyone else.

INTRO: Tommy Barnett, pastor of Phoenix First Assembly of God, tells a story about a lady in their city. He writes: Not long ago a woman in our city who was known as a "bag lady" died. Everybody thought she was flat broke, but when people retrieved her body at her home, they found trash cans full ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Funeral Sermon

Contributed by Michael Erickson on Nov 9, 2006

This is a funeral sermon for a woman who enjoyed life but was bedridden for her last years. She was a Christian woman

Life is a very precious gift from God but moments like this remind us that life is short and very fragile. The Apostle Paul likened the body to jars of clay. But in these moments, in our sorrow and grief, we take the time that too often we are too busy to take. And that time is the pause in all of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Able Available & Actively Seeking God Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 12, 2006

When Jesus comes around your life are you like Zacchaeus who couldn’t wait to see and experience Jesus - or are you like the third servant in Jesus’ parable who wants nothing to do with the family business?

If you’ve ever been laid off and received unemployment insurance you know the saying "able, available, and actively seeking." It’s what you’ve got to do in order to continue receiving those benefits. You are able to work, you are available to accept work, and you are actively seeking to find ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Does It Mean To Be A One-Woman Man?

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 14, 2006

Engage yourself in this explanation and application of I Timothy 3:2 and 3:12 nnd come to grips with the phrase “...husband of one wife...”

As we look at what is required to lead the church of God, today we examine a very interesting phrase. It is found in I Timothy 3:2 & 3:12, and it has sparked debate for many years. The phrase is this: “...husband of one wife...” Allow me today to take you mentally through the text first, then ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Through Shepherds’ Eyes Series

Contributed by Tim Spear on Dec 4, 2012

As we peek at the shepherds out on the hills of Bethlehem that first Christmas night let’s see what we can learn from them.

Christmas through Their Eyes “Christmas through SHEPHERDS’ Eyes” Luke 2:8-9, 15-17, 20 Introduction: What time is it? It is Christmastime of course. But what is Christmas a time for? For many of us it is a time of decorating, baking, cooking, cleaning, singing, sending cards, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

"3 Stages Of Spirituality - Part 3" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 16, 2016

One who is mature in the faith will act as a spiritual parent to others.

John speaks of 3 stages of spiritual development. Level 1 is spiritual childhood. The challenge here is seeking to walk with God. Next, is the level of spiritual adolescence. The challenge here is striving to work with God. Now, we come to the third stage mentioned by John. Stage 3: Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Source Of Perseverance Series

Contributed by Kevin Evans Tay on Aug 8, 2020

Find Strength to persevere in this midst of trials

THE SOURCE OF PERSEVERANCE 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 By Pastor Kevin Evans Tay Intro: • This week I felt like I was drawn to this passage as I prepare for today’s sharing. • If you have your bible, turn to 2 Corinthians 4. I’m going to read to you verse 8-9. • I felt like this is the word for this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9