Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

Big Problems

Posted on May 15, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Saul tried to suit David in the best armor. It did not fit. David went back to his usual attire and found his ammunition in a water brook: 5 smooth stones. And with his sling shot in tow, he went to battle against his biggest problem yet: Goliath. Continue reading →

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Fear of God vs. Fear of Man

Posted on May 14, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Fear of God leads to obedience to his will. Fear of man leads to compromise and loss of leadership. A true leader will follow God’s will even when it is unpopular. He will speak God’s word to a situation even when it’s not what “itching ears” want to hear.   Continue reading →

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Come on Now, Let’s Go!

Posted on May 13, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Don’t be afraid to be a risk taker for God. Don’t be afraid to be a loyal, sacrificial armor bearer who follows the risk taker wholeheartedly. “It may be that the Lord will work for us.” Continue reading →

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He Remains Faithful

Posted on May 12, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

His faithfulness is rooted in the glory of his name. He had by his own good pleasure chosen these people and made them his own.  For the sake of his glorious name, he would not abandon them or forsake them. He would show them and all the world the greatness and glory of his name (and the character it reveals) as one who is loving, good and faithful even to those who prove unfaithful. Continue reading →

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He Bears our Burdens

Posted on May 11, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We do not carry our burdens alone. We have a God and Savior who is there to help us bear our burdens daily. We have someone to turn to each and every day. Continue reading →

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Let Him in the Boat

Posted on May 9, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In their own strength, it all seemed impossible. With Christ in the boat, all things are possible. Continue reading →

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Speak, Lord, Your Servant is Listening

Posted on May 8, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In Samuel’s day, the word of the Lord was rare. Not many were hearing from God. Not because God was not speaking. It was because the people were preoccupied with other things—and they weren’t seeking or listening. Continue reading →

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Hold on to Hope

Posted on May 7, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Hannah had many battles to fight as she held on to hope. She had to battle the circumstances.  She had been unable to conceive for many years. The situation appeared hopeless. Yet she held on to hope in the one who was her Rock and Deliverer. Continue reading →

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The Place of Abundance

Posted on May 6, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Perhaps the crushing burden you are under will be just the thing to prepare you for the place of abundance. Don’t get discouraged. Don’t lose hope. Pour out your heart to God and look for Him to rescue from the midst of the fire and water and to bring you into the place of abundance. Continue reading →

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Where You Go I Will Go

Posted on May 5, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Loyalty is a rare quality in a day of no commitment. It is also a praiseworthy and attractive quality. May its beauty be seen and noticed in our lives. Continue reading →

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