Jars of Clay

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Encouragement for your daily walk with God 

I have been to Qumran many times on my trips to the Holy Land. Qumran is where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. They were found in clay pots. Each time I see the artifacts found in the area, I can’t help but think of the treasure found in those “earthen” vessels—pots of clay.

Paul virtually said the same thing about Christ followers. We are like clay pots. His focus was not on the pots themselves, but rather the treasure that was in them because, over time, jars of clay deteriorate. They chip, crack, and eventually break down.  

And just like Paul, God is interested in what is in us. His evaluation of us is not based on outward appearance because it declines with time. The indwelling Spirit, the Living Word, and the dynamic, personal relationship we have with Him are where the real treasure lies!

But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God and not of us. 2 Corinthians 4:7