Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

For the Sake of the Name

Posted on June 7, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As persecution came, the disciples prayed and became even bolder. When opposition came, they became even more determined to teach and preach the good news. When suffering came, they rejoiced because they considered it an honor to be counted worthy to suffer for the Name of Christ. Continue reading →

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In Trouble

Posted on June 6, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

So what would the young church do in face of opposition? They got together to pray! Continue reading →

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Unless the Lord Builds the House

Posted on June 5, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Too much of our labor is in vain. Instead of getting God’s vision for a project, we press ahead with our own designs. Continue reading →

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Fire!

Posted on June 4, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

They took Jesus command seriously. They waited expectantly for the Holy Spirit to be poured out. They devoted themselves to praying together. And then it happened: Fire! Continue reading →

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One Accord

Posted on June 3, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Armin Gesswein often said, “When Jesus built a church, he first built a prayer meeting.” Acts chapter 1 is the record of that truth. Continue reading →

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Feed My Sheep

Posted on June 2, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Our failings are not lost on God. From the broken place, we learn to rely on God’s strength rather than our own. Continue reading →

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I Have Seen the Lord!

Posted on June 1, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

To the disheartened disciples, Jesus’ resurrection brought peace and joy.To the doubting, like Thomas, Jesus resurrection brought new hope to believe. Continue reading →

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It is Finished!

Posted on May 31, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is finished! Continue reading →

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The Spirit is Willing But . . .

Posted on May 30, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Peter’s adventurous spirit of faith was undeniable. But while the spirit is willing, the flesh is weak. Peter was about to learn that lesson in a humbling but life changing way. Continue reading →

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Making Plans

Posted on May 29, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Planning is important. To fail to plan is no virtue. Yet, in every plan God has the last say. He is the one who directs and establishes our steps. Continue reading →

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