Maybe I used clay that was too soft or too stiff for the purpose for which it was intended. Then I thought of some of my works in clay and how I at times had neglected to work and blend the clay as well as was needed. They probably look back with some regrets and vow to do better in the future. Did they work with him at night on his spelling and other schoolwork? Did dad play ball with him on Saturdays or take him fishing? Did his mom teach him to tie his shoes, brush his teeth, and make sure he washed behind his ears? Did they take him to church on Sundays where he would learn the golden rule and about a God who loves him no matter what? Probably they made mistakes and neglected to do some of the things they should have. I said to my self, well that certainly is true but whose workmanship is he? At first I thought of the young man’s parents and all the ways they might have contributed to his upbringing. “Boy is he a piece of work” I heard a teacher say today about a young boy. ![]() That is the Promise revealed so many years ago. The Potter knows your unformed substance and can reshape the clay that is your life into a vessel that is pleasing to Himself. However you’ve noticed and the Potter can’t accept the flaw. Your life may resemble this ruined vessel, which collapsed just minutes ago or maybe you feel that your life is almost complete and no one notices the imperceptible crack in the rim. We don’t match the plan the Master potter has for our lives. ![]() It all began with a promise, a promise of redemption for you and for me. A similar sermon, tailored to your individual group’s ministry needs, is available as part of his Pottery Presentation. The speech is delivered as he is “throwing” a new vessel – from a lump of clay into a beautiful vase or pitcher. The following is taken from Winston’s presentation to introduce the performance at The Promise, now playing Fridays and Saturdays every weekend until November 4.
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