Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

God is the Strength of My Heart

Posted on July 15, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 15 God is the Strength of My Heart Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 73:15-28 | 1 Chronicles 19:1 – 21:31 | Romans 2:25 – 3:8 | Proverbs 19:10-12 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 73 “Whom have I in heaven but you? … Continue reading →

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An Honest Heart (July 14)

Posted on July 14, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 14 An Honest Heart Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 73:1-14 | I Chronicles 16:37 – 18:17 | Romans 2:1-24 | Proverbs 19:8-9 Today’s Scripture Focus: Romans 2: 1-24 You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, … Continue reading →

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A Joyful Heart of Praise (July 12)

Posted on July 12, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 12 A Joyful Heart of Praise Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 149:1-9 | 1 Chronicles 12:19- 14:17 | Romans 1:1-17| Proverbs 19:4-5 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 149:1-9 Hallelujah! It’s one of those words you can’t help but shout or sing … Continue reading →

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Courage to Do Exploits (Jul 11)

Posted on July 11, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 11 Courage To Do Exploits Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 148:1-14 | 1 Chronicles 11:1 – 12:18 | Acts 28:1-31| Proverbs 19:1-3 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Chronicles 11:1-12:18 David’s mighty men: Courageous, loyal, and strong. They followed David’s leadership and … Continue reading →

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Courage to Face Life’s Storms (July 10)

Posted on July 10, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 10 Courage to Face Life’s Storms Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 147:12-20 | 1 Chronicles 9:1-10:14 | Acts 27: 21-44 | Proverbs 18: 23-24 Today’s Scripture Focus: Acts 27:21-44 The storm was so devastating and went on for so long … Continue reading →

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Opening Up Your Wounded Heart (Jul 9)

Posted on July 9, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 9 Opening Up Your Wounded Heart Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 147:1-11 | 1 Chronicles 7:1- 8:40 | Acts 27:1-20 | Proverbs 18:22 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 147: 1-11 “He binds up the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Psalm … Continue reading →

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Open Up Your Heart (July 7)

Posted on July 7, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

[This was the first devotional I wrote for the book, and the source for the name, Open Up Your Heart] July 7 Open Your Heart Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 145:14-21 | 1 Chronicles 4:5-5:17 | Acts 25:1-27 | Proverbs 18:19 … Continue reading →

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Psalms, Worship and Prayer (July 6)

Posted on July 6, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 6 Psalms, Worship and Prayer Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 145:8-13 | 1 Chronicles 2:18-4:4 | Acts 24:1-27 | Proverbs 18:16-18 The LORD is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. The LORD is good to all; … Continue reading →

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Meditating on Your Works (July 5)

Posted on July 5, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 5 Meditating on Your Works Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 145:1-7 | 1 Chronicles 1:1-2:17 | Acts 23:11-35 | Proverbs 18:14-15 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 145:1-7 “On the glorious splendor of your majesty, and on your wondrous works I will … Continue reading →

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New Songs (Jul 3)

Posted on July 4, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 4 New Songs Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 144:9-15 | 2 Kings 23:31-25:30 | Acts 22:17-23:10 | Proverbs 18:13 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 144:9-15 I will sing a new song to you, my God; on the ten-stringed lyre I will … Continue reading →

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