Monthly Archives: August 2023

Hard Times

Posted on August 21, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

How do we handle unimaginable tragedy? What do we do when our worst nightmares come true? Continue reading →

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If. . .

Posted on August 20, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Love is the glue that holds the body of Christ together despite the differences of our background, beliefs or experiences. Continue reading →

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Finding Your Place

Posted on August 19, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Every one of God’s children is gifted and is an important part of Christ’s body, the church. We all are important; we all have a part to play. Continue reading →

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Behind the Scenes

Posted on August 18, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

While the book of Esther never mentions the name of God, his working is seen throughout the book. While he may not be “front and center,” he is clearly working behind the scenes. Continue reading →

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Time to Celebrate

Posted on August 17, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

A major work has been completed. The walls have been rebuilt. Despite opposition and numerous setbacks, the job has been completed. It was time to celebrate. Continue reading →

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I Could Sing of Your Love Forever

Posted on August 16, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

“Jesus loves me this I know” is a simple but profound truth. That the creator of all things loves me with a steadfast, undying love, is positively amazing. It was that truth, God’s love, that set the Psalmist’s heart to singing, and singing, and singing. Continue reading →

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All Things to All People

Posted on August 15, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We have a message for all ages, for all peoples, for all languages and cultures. Let us seek to understand those we are communicating with, so we can better relate the gospel to them in ways that best communicate the truth. Continue reading →

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Strengthened by Joy

Posted on August 14, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There would be a time for weeping, but this was a time for celebration: the celebration of understanding God’s word. Continue reading →

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Building Up or Tearing Down?

Posted on August 13, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Tearing down is simple. Building up is an art. Anyone can criticize; it takes no great skill to see the problems. It takes a real leader not to be distracted by the words that tear down; to keep to the task despite criticism. Continue reading →

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Bending God’s Ear

Posted on August 12, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Awestruck by his greatness, amazed by his abounding love toward him, David always knew where to turn. No matter how difficult the circumstances or the opposition, he knew his God was greater; he knew his God loved him. Continue reading →

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