Shaped By The Potter
Jeremiah 18:1–18 The Potter—God He works purposefully. He works patiently. He works authoritatively. Does He fail? His purposes are hidden and yet visible. The Wheel—Life The circumstances of life (e.g. Jonah). The various people of life. The First Vessel (you and me) Resist? Lopsided? Broken dreams. The Remade Vessel The same clay; a different shape. … [Read More…] Shaped By The Potter
As we enter this season of Advent, we’re going to focus in on what theologians have called “The Threefold Office” of Christ: Prophet, Priest, and King. In the Old Testament, these three offices were held by different individuals, each of whom was anointed for their role. The prophets spoke the Word of God to the people. The priests were mediators on behalf of the people. And the kings served as ruling shepherds over the people. The long history of frail and fallible humans in these offices pointed forward to a greater Prophet, Priest, and King who was to come.
