Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

Finding Your Place (Aug 19)

Posted on August 19, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Every one of God’s children is gifted and is an important part of Christ’s body, the church. We all are important; we all have a part to play. Continue reading →

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Behind the Scenes

Posted on August 18, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

While the book of Esther never mentions the name of God, his working is seen throughout the book. While he may not be “front and center,” he is clearly working behind the scenes. Continue reading →

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Time to Celebrate (Aug 17)

Posted on August 17, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

A major work has been completed. The walls have been rebuilt. Despite opposition and numerous setbacks, the job has been completed. It was time to celebrate. Continue reading →

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I Could Sing of Your Love Forever (Aug 16)

Posted on August 16, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

“Jesus loves me this I know” is a simple but profound truth. That the creator of all things loves me with a steadfast, undying love, is positively amazing. It was that truth, God’s love, that set the Psalmist’s heart to singing, and singing, and singing. Continue reading →

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All Things to All People (Aug 15)

Posted on August 15, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The gospel is a message for all people of all languages and cultures. God’s message of love must be communicated to each of those cultures in a way that they can really understand it. Continue reading →

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Strengthened by Joy (Aug 14)

Posted on August 14, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It was quite a scene. After years and years of neglect, the scripture had been uncovered. Ezra got all the people together in one place and began to read the law. He along with some of the other priests read and explained the law to the people. How did the people react to hearing the Word of God? Continue reading →

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Bending God’s Ear (Aug 12)

Posted on August 12, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Awestruck by God’s greatness, amazed by his abounding love toward him, David always knew where to turn. Continue reading →

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Seeking the Blessing of God (Aug 9)

Posted on August 9, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

When Ezra saw the compromise of the people, it brought him to his knees. When Ezra saw the incredible job ahead of him—rebuilding the temple—it brought him to his knees. They needed “some reviving to set up the house of God, to repair its ruins…” (9:10 ESV). God had been faithful to bless, but the continued hand of the Lord was needed. Continue reading →

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The Hand of the Lord (Aug 8)

Posted on August 8, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Ezra was clearly a man devoted to the Lord and his word, and therefore, the hand of the Lord was upon him. Continue reading →

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The Eye of God (Aug 7)

Posted on August 7, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

“For the eyes of the Lord range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him” (2 Chronicles 16:9). Continue reading →

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