Category Archives: Devotional Thoughts

The Good Shepherd

Posted on December 27, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is an incredible responsibility to be a leader of people. The leader is not only responsible for his or her own actions—but is also to lead the people under their care in the right direction. Continue reading →

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Rejoice Greatly

Posted on December 26, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In Jesus, the prophecies find fulfillment. He is the Messiah. Continue reading →

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Emmanuel: God with Us

Posted on December 25, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

To the one who receives Him, he gives the greatest gift of all, Eternal life. Joy to the world! Merry Christmas! Continue reading →

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Generous Hearts

Posted on December 24, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

While fasting is a powerful spiritual discipline when used rightly, it is no substitute to obedience or the right heart attitudes. Continue reading →

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Not by Might

Posted on December 23, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God often delights in choosing and anointing the weak and the foolish so that through his power they can accomplish unexpected things–and then all the glory goes to him. Continue reading →

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Sing His Praise

Posted on December 22, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Let your life be filled with praise. Meditate on the works of God. Remember the ways he has been at work in your life Continue reading →

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The Accuser

Posted on December 21, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

He’s a liar, a thief, a deceiver. He’s the accuser of our brothers and sisters in Christ. Continue reading →

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Missing Out on the Blessing

Posted on December 20, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The people procrastinated their obedience: “Yes we will build the temple someday, but not yet.” They became more concerned with their own personal pleasure and building their own houses, while they neglected their call to rebuild the temple. Delaying their obedience, they lost out on the blessing of God. Continue reading →

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Making God Sing

Posted on December 19, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Those who seek the LORD humbly are a source of great delight. Continue reading →

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From Questions to Praise

Posted on December 18, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Habakkuk was a prophet who asked a lot of questions. Tough questions Continue reading →

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