What “jars of clay” teaches us about God’s strength

A reflection on weakness, dependence, and God's strength.

You Carry More Than You Realize Lent reminds us that we are finite—formed from dust, dependent on God for every breath. But Scripture also tells us that our fragility is not something to hide. It is where God's light shines most clearly.  Jars of clay are ordinary.  Breakable.  Easily overlooked.  And yet, God chooses them to hold His treasure.  Your limitations, your weariness, your unanswered questions—these are not barriers to God's work. They are invitations to rely on His strength. Lent teaches us to look honestly at our lives, not to despair, but to remember that our hope is never in our own durability. It is in the One who renews us day by day.  A Closer Look The NIV Application Bible, available with Bible Gateway Plus, offers this perspective on Paul's words:  This insight helps us see that God's strength is not displayed in our self-sufficiency, but in our dependence. Our lives become vessels—not because they are strong, but because God is.    As you return to Scripture this week, one quiet way to stay rooted is to read with understanding. Trusted study notes and commentary can help you see how God's strength meets you in fragile places—right in the passages you're already reading.    With Bible Gateway Plus, you can explore Study Bibles, commentaries, dictionaries, and more—all appearing beside the book, chapter, and verse, without extra searching.  Start Your Free Trial Have any questions? Please write to us at support@biblegateway.com. *All prices are USD. Additional sales tax may apply. The 7-day free trial is available to new subscribers only.    This email was sent to ovemn0.love@blogger.com by 501 Nelson Place, Nashville, TN 37214, USA. You received this email because you're a member of the Bible Gateway Plus service. If you have questions or comments about this email, please contact us.   Manage all Bible Gateway communication | Opt Out of all Bible Gateway communication   VIEW THIS EMAIL IN YOUR BROWSER  ►