The document discusses the metaphor of God as the potter and believers as clay, emphasizing that individuals are molded by the teachings of Christ. It highlights the importance of faith, humility, meekness, and obedience in this process, which is not instantaneous but requires time and effort. The ultimate goal of this molding is to become vessels for honor, prepared for good works as outlined in scripture.

1. The Potter
and the Clay
Jeremiah 18:1-6

2. God is the Potter
Jeremiah 18:6
1. He cares about us - Luke 12:6-7
2. He knows what is best for us -
Deut. 6:24
3. He has a plan for us - Ps. 139:13-16

3. Disciples are the Clay
Romans 9:20-21
To be clay, we must have…
• Faith
• Humility
• Meekness
• Obedience

4. We are Molded by
the Lord’s Teachings

5. We are Molded by
the Lord’s Teachings
“And do not be conformed to this
world, but be transformed by the
renewing of your mind, that you may
prove what is that good and acceptable
and perfect will of God.”
Romans 12:2

6. We are Molded by
the Lord’s Teachings
“And do not be conformed to this
world, but be transformed by the
renewing of your mind, that you may
prove what is that good and acceptable
and perfect will of God.”
Romans 12:2

7. We are Molded by
the Lord’s Teachings
“And do not be conformed to this
world, but be transformed by the
renewing of your mind, that you may
prove what is that good and acceptable
and perfect will of God.”
Romans 12:2

8. We are Molded by
the Lord’s Teachings
“And do not be conformed to this
world, but be transformed by the
renewing of your mind, that you may
prove what is that good and acceptable
and perfect will of God.”
Romans 12:2

9. We are Molded by
the Lord’s Teachings
• This is not done instantly or
miraculously!
• Our mind is renewed as we study and
learn the teachings of Christ.
• Our life is transformed as we apply
these teachings to ourselves.

10. We are Molded by
the Lord’s Teachings
“that you put off, concerning your former
conduct, the old man which grows corrupt
according to the deceitful lusts, and be
renewed in the spirit of your mind, and
that you put on the new man which was
created according to God, in true
righteousness and holiness.”
Ephesians 4:22-24

11. We are Molded by
the Lord’s Teachings
“that you put off, concerning your former
conduct, the old man which grows corrupt
according to the deceitful lusts, and be
renewed in the spirit of your mind, and
that you put on the new man which was
created according to God, in true
righteousness and holiness.”
Ephesians 4:22-24

12. This Molding is a Process
• It takes time - Phil. 3:12-16
• This shows our need for God to
mold us.
• Also shows God’s patience and
individual care in taking the time to
“re-mold” us when necessary.

13. This Molding Has a Purpose

14. This Molding Has a Purpose
“But in a great house there are
not only vessels of gold and
silver, but also of wood and clay,
some for honor and some for
dishonor. Therefore if anyone
cleanses himself from the latter, he will be
a vessel for honor, sanctified and useful
for the Master, prepared for every good
work.”
2 Timothy 2:20-21

15. Lessons from the Potter’s House
• God is the Potter
• We are the Clay
• We are Molded by the
Teachings of Christ
• This Molding is a Process
• We Must Cooperate in This
Molding Process
• This Molding Has a
Purpose