Tag Archives: betrayal

The Strength to Go On

Posted on April 25, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We all have times where we face temptation. We all have times where the circumstances we face seem overwhelming. There are times when what God calls us to do seems more than we are able to handle. In those times, Jesus example reminds us that the best thing we can do is go to our solitary place where we pour out our heart to the Father and look for his strength. Continue reading →

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Cast Your Cares

Posted on April 17, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

David laments the wounds caused by the betrayal of a close friend. He is filled with anguish, fear and troubled thoughts. He wishes he could fly away like a bird–escaping the hurt. But realizes a better course is to take his burden to God. Continue reading →

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Wounded

Posted on February 13, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In Matthew 27:32-66, Jesus endures excruciating physical and emotional wounds, reflecting on denial, betrayal, and abandonment. Yet, these wounds bring forgiveness and healing, emphasizing Jesus’ empathy and ability to heal our own wounds. Continue reading →

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Falling to Pieces

Posted on February 9, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Following Jesus isn’t always easy. And despite our best intentions–even our bravado–we will have times when we fail him. There will be times when we fall down. Continue reading →

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The Strength to Go On (Apr 25)

Posted on April 25, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Facing denial, betrayal, mocking, scourging and a cruel painful death on a cross, Jesus went to his usual place to pray: The Mount of Olives. This solitary place was a regular place of refuge for Jesus where he would pour out his heart to the Father. Continue reading →

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Cast Your Cares (Apr 17)

Posted on April 17, 2016 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

April 17 Cast Your Cares Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 55:16-23| Joshua 15:1-63| Luke 18:18-43|Proverbs 13:9-10 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 55:16-23 Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you; he will never let the righteous fall. (Psalm 55:22 … Continue reading →

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Wounded (Feb 13)

Posted on February 13, 2016 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

February 13 Wounded Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 25:1-7 | Exodus 35:1 – 36:38 | Matthew 27:32-66 | Proverbs 9:7-8 Today’s Scripture Focus: Matthew 27:32-66 “And when they had mocked him, they stripped him of the robe and put his own … Continue reading →

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The Strength to Go On (Apr 25)

Posted on April 25, 2015 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

April 25 The Strength to Go On Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 59:14-17| Judges 4:1-5:31| Luke 22:35-53| Proverbs 14:3-4 Today’s Scripture Focus: Luke 22:35-53 When he rose from prayer and went back to the disciples, he found them asleep, exhausted from … Continue reading →

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Falling to Pieces (Feb 9)

Posted on February 9, 2015 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

February 9 Falling to Pieces Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 22:19-31 | Exodus 29:1-30:10 | Matthew 26:14-45 | Proverbs 8:14-26 Today’s Scripture Focus: Matthew 26:14-45 “Before the night’s over, you’re going to fall to pieces because of what happens to me.” … Continue reading →

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Wounded (Feb 13)

Posted on February 13, 2014 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

February 13 Wounded Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 25:1-7 | Exodus 35:1 – 36:38 | Matthew 27:32-66 | Proverbs 9:7-8 Today’s Scripture Focus: Matthew 27:32-66 “And when they had mocked him, they stripped him of the robe and put his own … Continue reading →

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