Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

Everything We Need (Nov 27)

Posted on November 27, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God, by his divine power has given us everything we need for living a godly life. Sometimes the idea of a “godly life” or a “Christ-like life” seems so far off—so impossible. Perhaps that is why we settle for so little and don’t pursue godliness. Continue reading →

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Cast All Your Cares (Nov 26)

Posted on November 26, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

You may be struggling now to see light at the end of the tunnel. Know that the God you serve is a God of hope. He hasn’t forgotten you. Look for his hand to rescue and strengthen you. Cast all your cares on the one who cares for you! Continue reading →

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Standing Strong (November 25)

Posted on November 25, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Daniel is an example of integrity in the midst of a culture of compromise. His own people, the people of Judah, had drifted from God and were suffering the consequences of being under judgment: Nebuchadnezzar’s armies had taken them into exile. Still, the compromise and iniquity of Judah paled in comparison to the wickedness Daniel found in pagan Babylon. In the midst of this spiritual darkness, the integrity of Daniel and his friends stands as a beacon of light. Continue reading →

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Unjust Suffering (Nov 24)

Posted on November 24, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Life may be difficult; it may be unfair. This should not surprise us. These are opportunities to grow in our faith and opportunities to be a testimony to the world around us. As they see our Christ-like attitudes in the most difficult of situations, lives are touched by the power of the gospel. Continue reading →

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The Good Scissors (Nov 23)

Posted on November 23, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

I’m sure every mom has them. My mom did: the good scissors. Continue reading →

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A Healing Community (Nov 21)

Posted on November 21, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 21 A Healing Community Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 126:4-6 | Ezekiel 42:1-43:27 | James 5:1-20 | Proverbs 28:6-7 Today’s Scripture Focus: James 5:1-20 “Is any one of you in trouble? He should pray. Is anyone happy? Let him sing … Continue reading →

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Wisdom (Nov 17)

Posted on November 17, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God loves to give us his wisdom. He wants us to ask him for it. He never gets tired of our coming back again and again to ask for it. He never faults us for asking over and over again. Continue reading →

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Keep Running (Nov 14)

Posted on November 14, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

I suppose we all have times when we feel tired and weary and are tempted to quit. In those times we are, in essence, told by the writer, “Don’t give up, keep running, persevere to the end; keep your eye on the finish line.” Continue reading →

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Faith That Passes the Test (Nov 13)

Posted on November 13, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Your faith will be tested. For Abraham it was a test of “willingness.” Would he be willing to sacrifice his only son even though it made no earthly sense and seemed to contradict everything he knew about God and his promise? Continue reading →

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Even When We Don’t Know Where We Are Going (Nov 12)

Posted on November 12, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Often we find ourselves in the same place as Abraham who obeyed and went even though he didn’t know where he was going. Often faith requires us to “walk in the dark.” God gives us just enough to light to know the next step and then we must take it. Continue reading →

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