Monthly Archives: February 2022

Rooted Firmly and Bearing Fruit

Posted on February 19, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus parable reminds us that there are many obstacles to our spiritual growth. God’s word given to us does not always produce a bumper crop. Sometimes the word is stolen. Sometimes because of “rocky soil,” the word gets started quickly but withers. Sometimes the thorns choke the word so that it does not bear grain. Continue reading →

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Keep the Fire Burning

Posted on February 18, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Spiritual disciplines like prayer, meditation and the study of the Word help to tend the fire. The sacrifice of praise also fuels the passion. These disciplines keep our spiritual passion burning strong. Continue reading →

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Whom Shall I Fear?

Posted on February 17, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

David often found himself in a place where he had to face his fears. Chased relentlessly by his enemies, he spent much of his life seeking a safe place to hide. Continue reading →

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A Solitary Place

Posted on February 16, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We dare not neglect the solitary place—the place where we can get alone and meet with our Heavenly Father—to have intimate conversation with the one who loves us most. Find a quiet place and pour out your heart to him. Make it a daily practice and don’t let anything crowd out those special times in your schedule. Continue reading →

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Dwelling Place

Posted on February 15, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

With meticulous detail, every last instruction was followed in preparing a tabernacle for the Lord. Now it was time to consecrate the tabernacle–time to anoint it with oil and set it apart for holy use. And time to set apart the priests by anointing them for God’s service. Continue reading →

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Fearing God Without Being Afraid

Posted on February 14, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

To rightly revere God, to stand in awe of Him, is to fear Him. This “astonished reverence” is foundational to a life lived in the fullness of his blessing, a life of intimate fellowship that brings the Father pleasure and brings our hearts deep satisfaction. Continue reading →

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Wounded

Posted on February 13, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Those wounds that were the source of his pain are now the source of our healing: the forgiveness of sin, the freedom from bondages and shame, the healing of broken bodies and wounded hearts. Continue reading →

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Shining Faces

Posted on February 12, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Moses experienced glory by being in the presence of the Lord. So do we. But there is no need for a veil anymore. The world needs to see Christ’s life reflected through his followers who are being transformed into his likeness with ever increasing glory. Continue reading →

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Show Me Your Glory

Posted on February 11, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

February 11 Show Me Your Glory Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 24:1-6 | Exodus 32:1-33:23 | Matthew 26:69-27:14 | Proverbs 8:33-36 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 24, Ex. 32-33 and Proverbs 8:33-36 “Who may ascend the hill of the Lord? Who may … Continue reading →

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The Lord is My Shepherd

Posted on February 10, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Lord is our shepherd, our good shepherd, who cares for us. His aim is for our souls to be at rest and for our paths to be right and straight. Continue reading →

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