Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

Too Much Information

Posted on February 26, 2023 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, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

“Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the LORD” (24). Your faithful waiting will one day be rewarded. Continue reading →

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Heart Problems

Posted on February 24, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Pharisees knew how to look spiritual. They knew how to play their spiritual games. They focused on the external and lived by the rules. Continue reading →

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Last Minute Dinner Plans

Posted on February 23, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Had they been paying attention? Were they ready for a big test? It was time to find out. Jesus saw an overwhelming situation and decided to test the faith of his young disciples. Continue reading →

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Sackcloth to Joy

Posted on February 22, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Looking for joy? Humble yourself. Turn from you sin. Look with eyes of faith. Allow God to revive your heart. He is near and willing to revive, refresh and reenergize you with his joyful presence.Then let the dance begin! Continue reading →

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Priestly Duties

Posted on February 20, 2023 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, 2023 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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Keep the Fire Burning

Posted on February 18, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Tend the fire of your spiritual passion–don’t let the fire grow dim.  “The fire must be kept burning on the altar continuously; it must not go out.” Continue reading →

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What Shall I Fear?

Posted on February 17, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

David often found himself in a place where he had to face his fears. Chased relentlessly by his enemies, he spent much of his life seeking a safe place to hide. Continue reading →

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A Solitary Place

Posted on February 16, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

“Very early, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place where he prayed.” Continue reading →

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