Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

No Condemnation (July 22)

Posted on July 22, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 77:16-20 | 2 Chronicles 6:12 – 7:10 | Romans 7:14 – 8:8 | Proverbs 19:24-25Today’s Focus: Romans 7:14 – 8:8 “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. For the law of the Spirit … Continue reading →

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Hide and Seek (July 21)

Posted on July 21, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 77:1-15 | 2 Chronicles 4:1 – 6:11 | Romans 7:1-13 | Proverbs 19:22-23 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 77 “I cried out to God for help; I cried out to God to hear me. When I was in distress, I sought the Lord; … Continue reading →

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Be Strong and Courageous (July 19)

Posted on July 19, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 76: 1-9 | 1 Chronicles 28:1 – 29:30 | Romans 5:6-21 | Proverbs 19:18-19 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Chronicles 28:1 – 29:30 “Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Don’t be afraid or discouraged by the size of the task, … Continue reading →

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A Heart of Wisdom (July 20)

Posted on July 19, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 76:10-12 | 2 Chronicles 1:1-3:17 | Romans 6:1-23 | Proverbs 19:20-21Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Chronicles 1:1 – 3:17 “Give me wisdom and knowledge to rule them properly for who is able to govern this great nation of yours?” (2 Chronicles 1:10 … Continue reading →

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A Hope That Will Not Disappoint (July 18)

Posted on July 18, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 75:1-10 | 1 Chronicles 26:12- 27:34 | Romans 4:13 – 5:5 | Proverbs 19:15-16 Scripture Focus: Romans 4:13- 5:5 “Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed…”(4:18) His situation was absolutely hopeless. How could He and Sara—well past child bearing years—become … Continue reading →

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A Trusting Heart (July 17)

Posted on July 17, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 74:12-23 | 1 Chronicles 24:1 – 26:11 | Romans 4:1-12 | Proverbs 19:15-16 Today’s Scripture Focus: Romans 4:1-12 Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness. Now to one who works, his wages are not counted … Continue reading →

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Cleaning Up the Mess (July 16)

Posted on July 16, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Cleaning up the Mess Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 74:1-14 | 1 Chronicles 22:1 – 23:32 | Romans 3:9-31| Proverbs 19:13-14 Today’s Scripture Focus: Romans 3:9 – 31 Romans 3:10,11,16,17 (NIV) “There is no one righteous, not even one; [11] there is no one who understands, … Continue reading →

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God is the Strength of My Heart (July 15)

Posted on July 15, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

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? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. My flesh … Continue reading →

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An Honest Heart (July 14)

Posted on July 14, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

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, for at whatever point you judge another, you are condemning yourself, because … Continue reading →

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The Heart that is Free (July 13)

Posted on July 13, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 150:1-6 | I Chronicles 15:1 – 16:36 |Romans 1:18-32 | Proverbs 19:6-7 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Chronicles 15:1 – 16:36 (esp.15: 25-29) What a contrast! David dancing before the Lord; Michal despising and trying to take his joy.David’s … Continue reading →

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