Monthly Archives: August 2023

Eternal Glory

Posted on August 31, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We tend to magnify the troubles down here and lose sight of the glory that is to come. It seems the natural tendency. Paul did the opposite. He focused more on the glory that was to be revealed. From that perspective, even the most devastating events were viewed as “light and momentary troubles.”   Continue reading →

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Sing a New Song

Posted on August 30, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

But just as God desires a fresh intimate walk with me each and every day, so there will be new expressions of praise. A daily, fresh encounter with Jesus is likely to lead to new songs of praise—and will often bring new meaning to some of those great old classics as well.   Continue reading →

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Glowing with Glory

Posted on August 29, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Moses walked intimately with the Lord and the effect was sometimes seen on his face–it would glow with reflected glory. But over time, the glory would fade, so Moses began to put a veil over his face. Continue reading →

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What is that Fragrance You Are Wearing?

Posted on August 28, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

“What is that fragrance you are wearing?” Continue reading →

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Purer than Gold

Posted on August 27, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God knows all your ways, he sees you in your trial. He hasn’t abandoned or forgotten you. He is using this tough time to test and refine your faith. When he has tested you, you too, will come forth as gold. Continue reading →

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Comfort Received, Comfort Given

Posted on August 26, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

While life can be difficult and there is more than enough suffering for all of us, he is the Father of compassion and the God of all Comfort who comforts us in all our troubles. Continue reading →

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Refreshing

Posted on August 25, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Some people refresh the soul. Others drain it of all energy. Continue reading →

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Worthless Physicians

Posted on August 24, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There will come a day for encouraging words. There will come a time for advice. There will come a day when words will be welcome. Until then, be there–fully there. Listen. Pray. Be the friend we all need in these difficult times. Continue reading →

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No Easy Answers

Posted on August 23, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We all have times when the easy answers just don’t seem to fit our questions. They ring hollow. What do we do? Continue reading →

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Under His Wings

Posted on August 22, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God is our refuge.  Let him pull you close today Continue reading →

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