Monthly Archives: February 2026

When Words are Many

Posted on February 28, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Wisdom leads us to be careful listeners and to be careful with our words. Encouraging, well-timed words that build up rather than tear down are powerful—a sign of wisdom and maturity. Continue reading →

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Help Me Overcome My Unbelief

Posted on February 27, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The boy’s father honestly expresses the struggle of a heart that earnestly hopes but struggles with doubts: “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!” In response to that honest confession, Jesus sets the boy free in an instant. Continue reading →

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Too Much Information

Posted on February 26, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God has chosen you to be one of his Holy people. He is working in you to accomplish his holy purposes. He has given you his Spirit to enable you to live freely in his strength and power. He still longs for a holy people that will show his glory to the nations. As we give ourselves to Him and allow him to work in us and through us, he proves himself to be “the Lord, who makes you holy.” Continue reading →

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Stored Up Goodness

Posted on February 25, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Sometimes following the LORD takes us down a difficult path. People might look at us and wonder why God seems not to have noticed our injustice and pain. One day he will vindicate you for your faithfulness. Those who stay true and trust, will one day experience the “stored up blessings” of God in such a way that all will see and know that God is with you, and has been all the way. Continue reading →

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Heart Problems

Posted on February 24, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

To focus only on the externals will lead you to pretending to be something that you are not—that is only hypocrisy. Yet, allowing Jesus to deal with your heart, allows you to live in fullness and freedom, and authenticity. People will see the real thing and be amazed. Continue reading →

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Last Minute Dinner Plans

Posted on February 23, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We too find ourselves in overwhelming circumstances sometimes. Our resources seem limited. But in the hands of Jesus, no task is too big; no problem too overwhelming. Continue reading →

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Sackcloth to Joy

Posted on February 22, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Christian life is characterized by joy. Not that it is always easy—it is not. But joy flows from a relationship with Christ, not from our circumstances, so it is may be found in the most unusual places—especially the difficult ones. Continue reading →

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Lord of All

Posted on February 21, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus is Lord of all. Whatever you are facing, know that he has authority over it. He is still able to calm the storm, push back the forces of darkness, heal a broken body and even to raise the dead. Nothing is too difficult for Him! Take your situation to him. Trust Him. Continue reading →

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Priestly Duties

Posted on February 20, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In the New Testament, God opens the priesthood to each of us. We are all part of his kingdom of priests. We are given the opportunity to bless others even as Aaron did. Don’t neglect your priestly duty of blessing. We all stand in need of the blessing. Continue reading →

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Rooted Firmly and Bearing Fruit

Posted on February 19, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Open your heart to Jesus and allow him to make your life fruitful. As you hear and obey his word, resisting the temptations, you will bear much fruit. Continue reading →

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