Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

Always

Posted on October 12, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 12 Always Today’s Scripture Readings Psalms 115:1-8; Jeremiah 19:1-21:14; 1 Thessalonians 5:4-28; Proverbs 25:8-10 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Thessalonians 5 Be joyful always; [17] pray continually; [18] give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you … Continue reading →

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Clay in the Hands of the Potter

Posted on October 11, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The process may seem painful at times, but the Potter knows what he is doing. Trust Him to bring shape and significance to you. Trust Him to make you into a beautiful vessel that he will delight in using to display His glory. Continue reading →

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What a Blessing!

Posted on October 10, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

This prayer is in the form of a blessing. He blesses them by asking God to fill them with love for each other. He has already commended them for their love, but here he prays for even more of it. “May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other.” There is always need to pray for God to give us increasing and overflowing love for each other.  Continue reading →

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Real Faith Means Hard Work

Posted on October 9, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Faith, real faith, shows itself by its actions. Faith, true faith, is willing to sacrifice and work hard for the sake of the kingdom. There’s a lot of work to be done in the church. I challenge you to be like these Christians who evidenced their faith through hard work. Continue reading →

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Scarecrows in a Melon Patch

Posted on October 8, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

we, who would not think to bow down to an idol, create “idols of the heart.” We worship and serve many things. Paul shows us that even misplaced values like greed and materialism can become idols. So can entertainment, sports, music or a political cause. The list could include most anything that becomes our preoccupation. Only God can bring security and meaning. He is the only rightful object of worship. Continue reading →

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Let Them See Your Hand

Posted on October 6, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The psalmist finds himself in a difficult place. He describes his situation: “I am poor and needy, and my heart is wounded within me.” Beaten up by circumstances and, especially by people—accusers, he calls them— he fasts and prays and desperately seeks the Lord (23-25). But he hasn’t given up hope. He looks to the God of hope. Continue reading →

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Fully Mature in Christ

Posted on October 5, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Another sign of their maturity is that they are united in love. Dissension and conflict among believers is a sign of lack of maturity. Truly mature believers bring Christ-like attitudes (humility) and behavior (the fruit of the Spirit), which leads to peace. Continue reading →

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Spiritual Wisdom and Understanding

Posted on October 4, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 4 Spiritual Wisdom and Understanding Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 108:6-13; Jeremiah 2:31-4:18; Colossians 1:1-20; Proverbs 24:21-22 Today’s Scripture Focus: Colossians 1 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying for you and … Continue reading →

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Unexpected Peace

Posted on October 3, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Don’t waste your time and energy with worry. Take it to the Lord in prayer. Open up your heart; pour out your concerns. Allow God to replace your anxious thoughts with peace, with joy, with hope. Continue reading →

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Knowing Christ

Posted on October 2, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Eternal life is found in a relationship with Christ that is entered into by faith in what Christ did for us on the Cross. The issue is not what we bring to the table, but what Jesus brings through the cross. Even Paul, who had considered himself faultless, saw his need for the righteousness that is by faith. Christ enters into the heart of the one who calls out to Him in faith and brings his righteousness and the gift of eternal life. Continue reading →

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