Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

Dwelling Place (Feb 15)

Posted on February 15, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God no longer “tabernacles” in a structure built by human hands. He “tabernacles” (lives) in us by His Spirit. Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit. Continue reading →

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Fearing God without Being Afraid

Posted on February 14, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Fearing God is the beginning of wisdom. It is among the most admirable qualities a person can possess (Proverbs 31). The one who fears God is promised many blessings, including guidance “in the way chosen for him” and an intimate relationship with God in which the “Lord confides in those who fear Him” (Psalm 25). But what does it mean to fear God? Continue reading →

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Wounded (Feb 13)

Posted on February 13, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Crucifixion is designed to bring excruciating physical pain. The physical torture of crucifixion is almost unimaginable. It was a cruel and painful way to die. It was also a method designed to bring shame and humiliation to the victim. The wounds of crucifixion were both emotional and physical. Continue reading →

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Shining Faces (Feb 12)

Posted on February 12, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

True Christianity is a relationship with Christ. As we spend time with Him, we reflect more and more of his character. Our whole being reflects his glory (2 Corinthians 3). Not only our faces, but our whole being and lifestyle reflects the glory of Christ within. Continue reading →

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The Lord is My Shepherd (Feb 10)

Posted on February 10, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Lord is our shepherd, our good shepherd, who cares for us. His aim is for our souls to be at rest and for our paths to be right and straight. Continue reading →

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Falling to Pieces (Feb 9)

Posted on February 9, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Following Jesus isn’t always easy. And despite our best intentions–even our bravado–we will have times when we fail him. There will be times when we fall down. Continue reading →

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To the Least (Feb 8)

Posted on February 8, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

True love is feeding the hungry, giving water to the thirsty, taking in the immigrant, visiting the lonely prisoner. The amazing part is that Jesus says when we do these practical acts of love and kindness to the “least of these,” it’s like we are doing it for Him. God cares about the poor, the hungry, the immigrant, the prisoner, the hurting. He cares about those who are in need. To show God’s love to them, is to express love to Christ himself. Continue reading →

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Wise or Foolish? (Feb 7)

Posted on February 7, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We have two choices: live for the moment or live for eternity. The story of the wise and foolish virgins is an encouragement to always live our lives with the eternal in mind. Continue reading →

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Always Ready (Feb 6)

Posted on February 6, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We are given stewardship of our time, our talents, our gifts, our money, and other resources. The wise and faithful stewards will make the best use of these knowing that we will one day be held accountable for our stewardship. Thinking that the day is a long way off, we may get sloppy with what has been given—we may forget to be diligent our stewardship. Continue reading →

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Watching and Working (Feb 5)

Posted on February 5, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Disciples wanted a timeline. They wanted a detailed roadmap of prophetic events. Jesus gave them a few general characteristics of the “end times,” but seemed more concerned to give them an exhortation: “be ready, be prepared, be working to bring back the King.” Continue reading →

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