Monthly Archives: December 2024

Hallelujah!

Posted on December 31, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Are you thirsty? Do you hear his call? Then open your heart to Him, and experience the free gift of the water of life: Life that is eternal, Life lived to the full. Open your heart to the one who comes “with healing in his wings.” Hallelujah! Continue reading →

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A Glimpse of Heaven

Posted on December 30, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

He will wipe every tear from our eyes. We will be with God. He will be with us. We will be his people. Continue reading →

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All Creatures

Posted on December 29, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is good and right for us to praise the name of the Lord. “His name alone is exalted; his splendor is above the earth and the heavens.” God reigns. Let the earth be glad. Let’s join the angels and worship God our King! Continue reading →

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King of Kings

Posted on December 28, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Since the fall of man in the garden, all of creation has been waiting in anxious anticipation of this day. The suffering and pain brought on by sin is not forgotten by God. It will be vindicated as Jesus comes in his glory. Those who have endured persecution look to this day of victory. Indeed, all of creation waits for his coming: the King of Kings and Lord of Lords! Continue reading →

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The Good Shepherd

Posted on December 27, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Earthly leaders do often fail us. Yet God is with us to lead us and guide us (Psalm 23), and he has given us the good shepherd in Jesus to love and care for us. Follow his lead. Continue reading →

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Rejoice Greatly!

Posted on December 26, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In Jesus, the prophecies find fulfillment. He is the Messiah, gentle and riding on a donkey. Years before it comes to pass, Zechariah envisioned the gentle King and rejoiced. Indeed, the celebration of Christ’s coming to earth is a reason for all of us to rejoice. So rejoice, O daughter of Zion! As another great Christmas hymn says so well: “Joy to the world the Lord is come. Let earth receive her King. Let every heart prepare Him room and heaven and nature sing!” Continue reading →

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Emmanuel: God with Us

Posted on December 25, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

To the one who receives Him, he gives the greatest gift of all, Eternal life. Joy to the world! Merry Christmas! Continue reading →

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Generous Hearts

Posted on December 24, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

This Christmas season is a powerful reminder of the generous heart of our God who gave his one and only son for us. Let your heart be a reflection of his. Continue reading →

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Not by Might

Posted on December 23, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God often delights in choosing and anointing the weak and the foolish so that through his power they can accomplish unexpected things. Then all the glory goes to him. Continue reading →

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Sing His Praise

Posted on December 22, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Praise can transform your life. It takes our eyes off of ourselves and our problems and turns them to see the greatness and glory of our God. As we see his glory, our perspective changes. Praise shakes off the gloom and brings deep joy. Continue reading →

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