Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

Contrast

Posted on March 7, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The psalmist begins by giving us a message about the sinfulness of the wicked, but soon finds himself awestruck by the ultimate contrast: the glory of God. Continue reading →

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The Voice of the LORD

Posted on March 6, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Moses had an unusual intimacy with God: “The LORD would speak to Moses face to face, as a man speaks with his friend” (Ex 33:11).    Continue reading →

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Amazed, Delighted or Afraid?

Posted on March 5, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Feel free to bring your questions to Jesus.  Look to him for wisdom. Stand amazed and delight in his teaching. It brings light; it brings life. Continue reading →

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God Helps Those Who Cannot Help Themselves

Posted on March 4, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is commonly thought that the idea “God helps those who help themselves” is found in Scripture. It is not. In complete contrast, this scripture could easily be paraphrased: “God helps those who cannot help themselves.” Continue reading →

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Turn the Tables

Posted on March 3, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus passion and zeal was expressed as he sought to reclaim the temple as a house of prayer for all nations. He was upset with the misuse of the temple. He was angry that the nations were left out of the house of prayer as the court of the gentiles had become a place of merchandising. Continue reading →

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Servant of All

Posted on March 2, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The way to greatness is found in becoming a servant. The one who would be first must first become a slave of all. These are the principles of Christ’s kingdom. Continue reading →

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Growing Young

Posted on March 1, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What were the “kingdom qualities” that Jesus saw in children? Why must we become like children to enter into this kingdom? Continue reading →

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When Words are Many

Posted on February 28, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Our words do get us in a lot of trouble.  As the proverb reminds us, “When words are many, sin is not absent, but he who holds his tongue is wise.” Continue reading →

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Help Me Overcome My Unbelief

Posted on February 27, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Everything is possible for the one who believes. It seems simple enough. But it was a difficult lesson for the disciples of Jesus to learn. It is hard for us too. The lessons of faith are never easily learned. Continue reading →

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Too Much Information

Posted on February 26, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Sometimes it is easy to get bogged down or give up when you are reading through Leviticus. Regulations concerning mildew, bodily discharges and oozing sores may be a little “too much information” for most of us. But it is good to see the reason behind all these guidelines. God has chosen the people of Israel to display his glory to the nations. They are his chosen, dearly loved, holy people. Continue reading →

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