Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

Lord of All (Feb 21)

Posted on February 21, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus is Lord of all. Whatever you are facing, know that he has authority over it. He is still able to calm the storm, push back the forces of darkness, heal a broken body and even to raise the dead. Nothing is too difficult for Him! Take your situation to him. Trust Him. Continue reading →

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Priestly Duties (Feb 20)

Posted on February 20, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

With all the struggles and difficulties life brings we all stand in need of blessing. Circumstances sometimes beat us up and put us in a place where we need a blessing. Often the wounding words of other people become as curses to us and we need a blessing to bring the healing to our wounded souls. Life is difficult and we find ourselves emotionally beat up and bruised by the words and acts of others. The world around us brings more than enough cursing. We need to be blessed. This is why this ministry of blessing the people is such an important part of the priestly duties. Continue reading →

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Rooted Firmly and Bearing Fruit (Feb 19)

Posted on February 19, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus parable reminds us that there are many obstacles to our spiritual growth. God’s word given to us does not always produce a bumper crop. Sometimes the word is stolen. Sometimes because of “rocky soil,” the word gets started quickly but withers. Sometimes the thorns choke the word so that it does not produce grain. Continue reading →

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Keep the Fire Burning (Feb 18)

Posted on February 18, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The aroma of the burnt offering was to go up to God always as a sweet savor to Him. It required the diligent attention of the priest so that it would not go out. Continue reading →

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Whom Shall I Fear? (Feb 17)

Posted on February 17, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

When you face circumstances that tempt you to fear, it is good to seek his face; it is good to gaze upon his beauty. Remembering who he is, we can say with David, “The Lord is the strength of my life. Of whom shall I be afraid?” Continue reading →

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A Solitary Place (Feb 16)

Posted on February 16, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

“Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place where he prayed” (Mark 1:35 NIV) Continue reading →

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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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