Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

Spurs of Encouragement (Nov 11)

Posted on November 11, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We all need encouraging words. Often those words of encouragement are ones that we want to hear such as a word of hope when we are going through a tough time; a word of affirmation when we are discouraged. Yet, encouragement doesn’t always mean flowery words of praise for another. Sometimes encouragement requires a spur–a painful poke in our backside that spurs us on to action. Continue reading →

Standing in the Gap (Nov 10)

Posted on November 10, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Don’t underestimate the importance and need of intercession. God is looking for those who will stand in the gap in this day. May he never be able to say, “I looked for someone to stand in the gap and I found none.” Continue reading →

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Once for All (Nov 9)

Posted on November 9, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus came with a better sacrifice: himself. He had lived a perfect, sinless life. He was the perfect Lamb of God who had come to take away the sins of the world. In his one time, once for all act of dying on the cross, Jesus made atonement for all our sins for all time. Continue reading →

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Unlimited Access (Nov 8)

Posted on November 9, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus provides a way for all believers to enter into the Most Holy Place. Furthermore, we are able to come to this place of intimacy with God without fear. We may come with confidence. Continue reading →

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Panting for His Commands (Nov 7)

Posted on November 7, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The psalmist describes an intense longing for God’s word and his commands. He describes it like this: “I open my mouth and pant, longing for your commands.” Continue reading →

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Your Most Important Prayer Partner (Nov 6)

Posted on November 6, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Take heart, be encouraged and continue on in your prayers. Know that you are not alone. Jesus is with you. He is your most important prayer partner. Continue reading →

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Growing Up or Growing Old?

Posted on November 3, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

I’ve heard it said that “Some people grow up in the Lord, others just grow old in the Lord. ”Unfortunately sometimes this is the case. There is a big difference between “growing up” and “just growing old” in the Lord. Growth and maturity require more than years of “pew time,” they require years of diligent learning, application and obedience. Continue reading →

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Watch and Pray (Nov 2)

Posted on November 2, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The watchman had an important and difficult job. Taking his place high upon the wall of the city where he could see, he would spend the night watching for impending danger. The protection of the city was in his hands. Continue reading →

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Encouragement (Nov 1)

Posted on November 1, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Do you know someone going through a tough time right now? Don’t neglect the ministry of encouragement. A card, a phone call, an email or a friendly conversation can have a major effect on a heart that is in a vulnerable place. Continue reading →

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Drifting (Oct 31)

Posted on October 31, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Drifting is subtle and it is dangerous. Spiritual drifting takes place through a series of small compromises. One small compromise leads to another, which leads to another, which leads to another. Usually the compromises seem innocent at first–we barely notice that they are making an impact on our spiritual life. But over time, the small compromises add up and we find ourselves in trouble. Continue reading →

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