Monthly Archives: January 2022

Calming the Storm

Posted on January 11, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Throughout the gospels, Jesus shows again and again his authority to heal, to cast out demons, and to do all sorts of miracles. Here, he demonstrates authority over the wind and sea. Continue reading →

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Straight Paths

Posted on January 10, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Life is a journey with many twists and turns. To us, the path ahead is uncharted and often unpredictable. Yet to God, the path is seen clearly. He sees the implications of every fork in the road. He knows what is ahead and how the path ahead fits in with his purposes and plans. Like a good shepherd, he desires to lead and guide us. Continue reading →

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God Will Provide

Posted on January 9, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

How do you respond when God’s command to you is absolutely unthinkable?  That is the dilemma Abraham faces. Continue reading →

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Worry or Trust?

Posted on January 8, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

January 8 Worry or Trust? Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 6:1-3 | Genesis 18:20-19:38 | Matthew 6:25-7:14 | Proverbs 2:6-15 Today’s Scripture Focus: Matthew 6:25-7:14 So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What … Continue reading →

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Too Good to be True

Posted on January 7, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

How could she help but laugh?  It seemed too good to be true.  “So Sarah laughed to herself as she thought, ‘after I am worn out and my master is old, will I now have this pleasure?'”  She had longed for a child for many years. Now, well after her childbearing years were over, God promised that she would bear a son. Continue reading →

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Waiting Expectantly

Posted on January 6, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

January 6 Waiting Expectantly Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 5:1-3 | Genesis 13:6 – 15:21 | Matthew 5:27-48 | Proverbs 1:29 – 33 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalms 5:1-3 In the morning, LORD, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay … Continue reading →

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Good News in Unlikely Places

Posted on January 5, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

January 5 Good News in Unlikely Places Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 4:1-8 | Genesis 11:1-13:5 | Matthew 5:1- 26 | Proverbs 1:24-28 Today’s Scripture Focus: Matthew 5:1-26 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. … Continue reading →

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Come Follow Me

Posted on January 4, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus went to the seashore and found some fishermen. He chose average ordinary people through whom he would turn the world upside down. Continue reading →

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He Walked with God

Posted on January 3, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We really do not know a lot about Enoch. Though there is much speculation about him in extra-biblical literature, there are no stories of his life in the biblical text itself. But there is this incredible testimony: “Enoch walked with God; then he was no more, because God took him away.” It makes me want to know more. Continue reading →

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When the Best Doesn’t Seem Good Enough

Posted on January 2, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

One of Satan’s best tricks is to get us to question the goodness of God. Questioning his goodness often leads us to question his wisdom, his truthfulness and his love.    Continue reading →

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