Jars of Clay and Contrasts

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In this episode, Brian and Craig examine Paul's image of treasure in jars of clay and the contrasts running through 2 Corinthians 4 and 5. They discuss the weakness of our present bodies, the eternal weight of glory, the promise of resurrection, the Holy Spirit as God's guarantee, and why Christians can face suffering and death with courage.

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SCRIPTURE MENTIONED

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1:01 - 2 Corinthians 4:1-12 (ESV) - The gospel's treasure is carried in weak, mortal bodies so the power is clearly God's.

https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/2co/4/1-12/s_1082001

6:11 - 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 (ESV) - Present affliction is light and momentary beside eternal glory.

https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/2co/4/16-18/s_1082016

9:33 - 2 Corinthians 5:1-5 (ESV) - Our mortal tent will give way to an eternal dwelling, with the Spirit as God's guarantee.

https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/2co/5/1-5/s_1083001

10:00 - John 14:1-3 (ESV) - Jesus prepares a place for his people.

https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/jhn/14/1-3/s_1011001

12:06 - 1 Timothy 4:8 (ESV) - Bodily training has value, but godliness matters for this life and the next.