Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

An Honest Heart

Posted on July 14, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

the one who is quick to point the finger—whose heart is filled with self-righteous pride, needs the good news just as much or more than the one they are so quick to condemn. Continue reading →

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The Heart that is Free

Posted on July 13, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Watch out for those that would hold on to the form, and lose sight of the substance. Continue reading →

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A Joyful Heart of Praise

Posted on July 12, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It’s almost Sunday.  It’s almost time to gather with the saints to celebrate the greatness of our God.  It’s almost time to sing joyful songs. Get excited, shout, sing, and if they’ll let you, break out the tambourine and dance. Continue reading →

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Courage to Do Exploits

Posted on July 11, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God is looking for mighty men and women who are courageous, loyal and strong in his strength. People who will “be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power . . . so that . . . you may be able to stand your ground and after you have done everything, to stand” (Ephesians 6). Continue reading →

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Courage to Face Life’s Storms

Posted on July 10, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Because he trusted in God, he was able to find hope in an apparently hopeless situation. Because he feared God, he didn’t have to fear the storm. Continue reading →

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Opening Up Your Wounded Heart

Posted on July 9, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We all have our wounds and when we really open up our heart to Jesus, they will be exposed so that they can find healing. Continue reading →

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A Heart Set Free

Posted on July 8, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Festus told Paul that his belief in such a thing was crazy. “Your great learning is making you mad,” he says. But Paul appealed to Agrippa, who knew full well about the resurrection: “It was not done in a corner.” Continue reading →

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Open Up Your Heart

Posted on July 7, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Psalm (145) reminds us that our heavenly Father delights in drawing near to us, when we call out to Him. Continue reading →

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Psalms, Worship and Prayer

Posted on July 6, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

One of the reasons I love to read the Psalms before I pray, is that they prime the pump of worship. They help us to focus on the goodness and greatness of God. Continue reading →

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Meditating on Your Works

Posted on July 5, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

When we slow down our reading and praying and take time to meditate and listen, we become more aware of His presence and more sensitive to His voice. Our whole perspective on the day changes as we remember the greatness of the God who loves us and cares for us. As we walk through the day aware of his goodness, we recognize his good works all around us. Continue reading →

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