Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

Courage to Face Life’s Storms

Posted on July 10, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The storm was so devastating and went on for so long that they “finally gave up hope of being saved” (Acts 27:20). They were overwhelmed by the storm. Have you ever been there? Continue reading →

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Opening Up Your Wounded Heart

Posted on July 9, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The same God, who created the universe, cares about your broken, wounded heart.  He is almighty and all powerful and all wise.  But he is also compassionate and cares about the details of your life. He knows the wounds of your heart and it is his desire to bring healing: Continue reading →

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Open Up Your Heart

Posted on July 7, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Open your heart to Him today. Tell him what is on your heart. Do not hold anything back. He wants to hear your cries and satisfy your deepest desires. Your pain, your sorrows, your fears, your questions; he wants to hear them all. He wants to draw near to you, but he waits until we call on him—until we call on him in truth.  You do not have to pretend in his presence—you do not have to put on any masks. He can see your heart just as it is. But he wants you to open it up “in truth.” Continue reading →

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Psalms, Worship and Prayer

Posted on July 6, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

One of the reasons I love to read the Psalms before I pray, is that they prime the pump of worship. They help us to focus on the goodness and greatness of God. As we are awestruck by his glory, we are ready to praise and worship. With wide-eyed wonder we are then ready to pray. Continue reading →

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Meditating on Your Works

Posted on July 5, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is easy in the busyness of our lives to neglect meditation. It is easy to rush through our devotional times with the Lord; to rush through our prayers. When we do, we neglect the discipline that is most likely to bring a sense of the presence of God to our daily lives: meditation. Continue reading →

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New Songs

Posted on July 4, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Old songs; new songs; sing them both with passion and joy. We serve a great God and he is worthy of our praise! Continue reading →

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A Strong Tower

Posted on July 2, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Like a strong tower that protects the city, God reminds us through his names that we are safe in the hands of our loving heavenly Father.  Continue reading →

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Open Your Eyes, Lord

Posted on July 1, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

How do you handle a trial of your faith? How do you handle the taunts of the enemy? Hezekiah sets a great example. Lay out the problem before the LORD and cry out to him in prayer. He hears and he will answer. Continue reading →

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Reckless Abandon

Posted on June 30, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul’s reckless abandon to serve God in taking the gospel to the Gentiles is a challenge to us all. We are so easily deterred from the task, giving way to distractions, to fears, and to our desires for comfort. Continue reading →

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Hear Me When I Call

Posted on June 29, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Whatever we face it is good to know we have a place to turn; wherever we go it is good to know we have someone to hear our concerns. The Psalmist beautifully pours out his heart to God seeking his protection and intervention against unnamed enemies. Continue reading →

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