Podcasts about Jars of Clay

The sermon from 2 Corinthians 4 focuses on faithfully sharing the gospel without manipulation or concern for how people respond, trusting that God is responsible for the results. Paul's image of “jars of clay” reminds believers that God intentionally works through weak and imperfect people so that His power, rather than human ability, is clearly seen, even amid suffering, confusion, persecution, and hardship. Ultimately, Christians are encouraged not to lose heart because present suffering is temporary and God uses it to produce eternal glory, while believers can support one another by sharing both their struggles and the life of Christ within them.

In this message, we'll explore 2 Corinthians 4:7-18 and discover how God displays His surpassing power through weak people. As fragile "jars of clay," we often face suffering, discouragement, and weakness, yet the priceless treasure of the Gospel reminds us that our hope is not in ourselves but in Christ. We will learn how God's power sustains us today and prepares us for eternal glory.

Kevin Anderson speaks from 2 Corinthians 4 on how God has placed His gospel in us ordinary, breakable people, so that all can see that the power belongs to Him. not us.

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Join us as we continue our summer testimony series, Treasures in Jars of Clay, creating space to hear how the treasure of Jesus is carried in ordinary lives. This week we will hear from *Charles Abernethy*, who will be sharing his testimony of hope, faith, and God's faithfulness through a difficult season as a father — a story of how God shows up in both the big things and the small things, and how His light can shine even in our darkest moments.

Join us as we continue our summer testimony series, Treasures in Jars of Clay, creating space to hear how the treasure of Jesus is carried in ordinary lives.This week we are honoured to welcome guest speakers Pastors Tomor and Miranda Ajeti from Tirana, Albania. Tomor will be drawing from his journey from a former refugee in Sweden to a missionary in his homeland of Albania, where he has served as pastor of Victory Church for over 30 years.

When we are troubled, weakened, perplexed, even persecuted, how can we have spiritual and emotional health? Let's explore what our present troubles look like from Heaven's eyes. These troubles that assail us now are temporary, even light, in comparison to the Heavenly glory that awaits us. Further, Jesus calls us to lean into the fact that our present troubles are preparing for us this eternal weight of glory which is beyond all comparison. (2 Corinthians 4: 7-18)

Join us in our summer testimony series, Treasures in Jars of Clay, creating space to hear how the treasure of Jesus is carried in ordinary lives. Today we will hear from Nati, one of our youth leaders, who will be sharing a devotional as we reflect on the God who meets us in our brokenness, draws near with compassion, and lets the light of Jesus shine through fragile lives.

Join us in our summer testimony series, Treasures in Jars of Clay, creating space to hear how the treasure of Jesus is carried in ordinary lives. Today we will hear from Aline, who will be sharing a devotional from Luke 19:11–27 and John 9:3, as we reflect on God's faithfulness, the gifts He entrusts to us, and how His light is revealed through our lives.  Bible App: http://bible.com/events/49632757

In the third week of this series, we will be looking at 2 Corinthians 4:5-12 and the paradox of "Treasures in Jars of Clay." Thank you again for worshipping with us. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC in its mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please go to milfordhillsumc.org/give or text GIVE to 833-264-3866. Please subscribe to our channel to be notified when our new worship services and other videos are released. 

TODAY'S TREASUREBut we have this treasure (the gospel) in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us. 2 Corinthians 4:7For you are a people holy to the LORD your God. The LORD your God has chosen you to be a people for His treasured possession, out of all the peoples who are on the face of the earth. Deuteronomy 7:6Send us a comment!Support the show

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Trevor Teel - 2 Corinthians: Unbreakable Jars of Clay by Amarillo Church of Christ Sermons

How do Christians keep going when life is hard, the pressure does not let up, and faithfulness becomes costly? In the second half of this study through 2 Corinthians 4, Paul shifts our focus from weakness and suffering to endurance, resurrection hope, and eternal glory. Though believers may be afflicted outwardly, God is renewing them inwardly day by day. Through every hardship, God is teaching His people to live not for what is temporary, but for what is eternal. In this message, we examine: * How faith gives us courage to keep speaking about Christ * Why the resurrection changes how we endure suffering * Signs we are viewing hardship as personal inconvenience rather than God's purpose * Practical ways to live with eternity in view * How present affliction prepares believers for eternal glory Paul reminds us that what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal. When our eyes are fixed on Christ and eternity, suffering no longer has the final word.

In this message from 2 Corinthians 4, we begin exploring Paul's powerful reminder that God has entrusted the glorious gospel to weak and ordinary people. We are called to proclaim Christ clearly without softening the truth, distorting the message, or pointing people to ourselves. Paul also reminds us that we are “jars of clay”—fragile vessels carrying an eternal treasure. Our weakness is not a disqualification from being used by God; it is often the very means through which His power is displayed most clearly. In this sermon, we examine: * Why Christians are tempted to soften biblical truth * Signs we may be pointing people to ourselves instead of Christ * How God uses weak people for His purposes * Why suffering and weakness do not mean God has abandoned us * What it means to carry the life of Christ in difficult circumstances No matter how inadequate, discouraged, or broken you may feel, God delights in using weak vessels to display His strength and glory.

Why does God choose what is weak to win the world?

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Listen to Pastor Zach's sermon, "Treasure in Jars of Clay," on 2 Corinthians 4:7-12.

2 Corinthians 13:14 - Sermon by Trevor Hoffman

A sermon by Thomas Dutton based on 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 preached on March 29th as part of our sermon series called "Glorious Weakness: Discovering Our Transformed Life In Christ."

Send us Fan MailWhat if your weakness isn't something to hide, but the very place where God's power is revealed? This sermon by Christ Methodist Church Executive Pastor Rev. Josh Landen explores how suffering, faith, and eternal hope are deeply interconnected in the Christian life.HOME | PLAN YOUR VISIT | BLOG | DIGITAL BULLETIN

2 Corinthians 13:1-13 - Sermon by Mikey Smith

Sermon Passage: 2 Corinthians 4:7-12

Main Point: In 2 Corinthians 4:7–15 we see three ways God powerfully works through weak servants to bring life to others and glory to Himself.

2 Corinthians 12:11-21 - Sermon by Trevor Hoffman

2 Corinthians 12:1-10 - Sermon by Trevor Hoffman

In 2 Corinthians 4:7–18, Paul reminds us that the treasure of the gospel has been placed in fragile jars of clay. Our weakness is not an accident or a liability in God's plan—it is the very stage on which His strength is displayed.As we live between the process and the promise, we often feel unfinished, fragile, and worn down. Yet Paul shows us that affliction is not the end of the story. The same God who raised Jesus from the dead is renewing us day by day and preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison.In this message, we discover two life-giving implications: we can be honest in the process, and Jesus is good reason to endure in the process. Our weakness does not disqualify us—it magnifies the surpassing power of God.For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.org Connect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity! Instagram: @integrity_church Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/

2 Corinthians 11:16-33 - Sermon by Trevor Hoffman

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2 Corinthians 11:1-15 - Sermon by Aaron Markham

2 Corinthians 4:7-18 | Preached by Ron Smith

2 Corinthians 10:7-18 - Sermon by Trevor Hoffman

Malachi Tresler. 2 Corinthians 4:1-12. "Be happy to have your ego crucified if it means Christ is magnified."

2 Corinthians 9:6-15 - Sermon by Trevor Hoffman

2 Corinthians 8:16-9:5 - Sermon by Aaron Markham

2 Corinthians 8:8-15 - Sermon by Trevor Hoffman

2 Corinthians 8:1-7 - Sermon by Trevor Hoffman

In a direct sequel to the previous episode (which honored Jars of Clay's self-titled debut with two members of the band), we return for another Jars-themed episode, except this time it's a panel. The goal? To score and rank all eleven of the band's full-length albums. The results might surprise you! Host Chase Tremaine leads the panel with JFH's John DiBiase, music critic Josh Balogh, and Jarchives moderator Mike Harvat. Would you like to hear and even appear as a guest on the host's new podcast series? Click here for more information. The JFH Podcast is hosted and produced by Chase Tremaine and executive produced by John DiBiase and Christopher Smith. To meet the people behind the show, discuss the episodes, ask questions, and engage in conversations with other listeners, join the JFH Podcast group on Facebook.