Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

What Does It Cost? (June 9)

Posted on June 10, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Stephen was quite a man of God. He is described as a man “full of faith and the Holy Spirit,” “full of God’s grace and power” and one who spoke with “wisdom and the Spirit.” Continue reading →

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What Would You Ask For? (June 8)

Posted on June 8, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We all need God’s wisdom–everyday. How good to know that God is delighted to give the gift of wisdom to all who ask for it. Continue reading →

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For the Sake of the Name (June 7)

Posted on June 7, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As persecution came, the disciples prayed and became even bolder. When opposition came, they became even more determined to teach and preach the good news. When suffering came, they rejoiced because they considered it an honor to be counted worthy to suffer for the Name of Christ. Continue reading →

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In Trouble (June 6)

Posted on June 6, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

June 6 In Trouble Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 127:3-5 | 1 Kings 1:1-53 | Acts 4:1-37 | Proverbs 16:24 Today’s Scripture Focus:  Acts 4 “And now, O Lord, hear their threats, and give your servants great boldness in their preaching. … Continue reading →

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Unless the Lord Builds the House (June 5)

Posted on June 5, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

June 5 Unless the Lord Builds the House Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 127:1-2 | 2 Samuel 23:24- 24:25 | Acts 3:1-26 | Proverbs 16:21-23 Today’s Scripture Focus:  Psalm 127 Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor … Continue reading →

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Fire! (June 4)

Posted on June 4, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

They devoted themselves to praying together. And then it happened: Fire! Continue reading →

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One Accord (June 3)

Posted on June 3, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In a world that is divided and spinning out of control, we must lay aside our differences and unite in one accord. The strongholds must be demolished. The walls of hostility must be broken down. And we must intercede, united in fellowship with each other by the fellowship we have with God, we should seek love, and justice, and mercy. This is a time to pray! Continue reading →

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I Have Seen the Lord! (June 1)

Posted on June 1, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Resurrection brought hope and joy to Jesus’ disciples. It brings hope and joy to us today. To the grieving, like Mary Magdalene, it brings the hope of the Resurrection. This life is not all there is. There is life eternal. There is resurrection. Continue reading →

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It is Finished (May 31)

Posted on May 31, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is finished! The work that Jesus came to do was completed. His death would bring life to all who would believe. Continue reading →

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The Spirit is Willing But . . . (May 30)

Posted on May 30, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The humbling would lead to a greater dependence on God’s power rather than his own. It would lead him to seek the fullness of God’s spirit. Continue reading →

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