Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

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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Jesus’ Unanswered Prayer

Posted on May 28, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There are so many good agendas that seem to get in the way of Jesus’ prayer being answered. Continue reading →

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Whatever

Posted on May 27, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Whatever you ask. These are among the most amazing words from the mouth of Jesus Continue reading →

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