Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

A Strong Tower (July 2)

Posted on July 2, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God reveals himself through his names. We sometimes choose names because we like they way they sound. But biblical names are given to say something about the person and their character. Continue reading →

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Open Your Eyes, Lord (July 1)

Posted on July 1, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

How do you handle a trial of your faith? How do you handle the taunts of the enemy? Continue reading →

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Reckless Abandon (June 30)

Posted on June 30, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

all. We are so easily deterred from the task, giving way to distractions, to fears, and to our desires for comfort. We who have encountered the risen Christ, even if our encounters were perhaps less dramatic than the Damascus Road, have a story to share. We whose lives have been shaped by the grace of God have a message to pass on.  Continue reading →

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Hear Me When I Call (June 29)

Posted on June 29, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

ce 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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Messy Growth (June 24)

Posted on June 24, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The church in the book of Acts was growing in numbers, in faith, and in problems. Sometimes when we think of the church in Acts we forget that growth is often a difficult and messy process. It is wonderful to see the growth in faith and growth in numbers. Yet with all the excitement of growth there inevitably comes struggle, conflict and problems. All these require creativity and flexibility. Continue reading →

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God’s Abundant Supply (June 22)

Posted on June 22, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The widow found herself in a desperate place.  Unable to pay her debts, her children were about to be taken into slavery. God saw the need and sent his prophet Elisha. God intended to work in such a way that His power and provision would magnify his goodness (as he so often does). Continue reading →

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Bumps in the Road (June 21)

Posted on June 21, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The narrow road of life in Christ can be a bumpy road sometimes. But even then, we can find joy in Christ. Continue reading →

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Becoming Like the One You Worship

Posted on June 19, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Psalmist suggests that we become like the one we worship. The idols of the nations were sometimes beautifully crafted in precious metals, but they remained the lifeless works of human hands: having mouths but not able to speak; having ears but being unable to hear; Continue reading →

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The God Who Answers (June 17)

Posted on June 17, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

His bold faith brought him to a dangerous place.  Elijah took on King Ahab and the prophets of Baal. He called them to reject Baal worship for the living God. He challenged them to a “duel” where the true God would answer by sending fire. Continue reading →

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Always Enough (June 16)

Posted on June 16, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

first God used ravens to feed Elijah. Each morning and evening they would bring meat and bread to Elijah. After a period of time, though, God used another method. This new method required an even greater measure of faith and obedience. Continue reading →

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