Tag Archives: boldness

The Power of a Good Reputation

Posted on November 28, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Pride, arrogance and abuse of power find their day of reckoning. God sees and he will make it right. Humility, integrity, obedience and courage likewise come to light before God and men and find their reward. Continue reading →

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Unlimited Access

Posted on November 8, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Father, thank you for unlimited access into your very presence. Give me grace and mercy to meet my need for this day. Help me to hold unswervingly to the hope I profess, knowing that you are faithful to your promises. Amen. Continue reading →

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Replacing Fear with Boldness

Posted on October 22, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Standing in the victory of Christ, we can resist the spirit of fear. Empowered by the Spirit we can find boldness in our walk with Christ, and in our witness. Continue reading →

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The God Who Answers

Posted on June 17, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

How good it is to know that there is a God we can always turn to, one who always listens. He is able to save us no matter where we find ourselves. Continue reading →

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What Does it Cost?

Posted on June 9, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Stephen became the fulfillment of the prayers of the church for boldness rather than safety. He stood up to the accusers and preached the truth boldly, full well knowing that it might cost him his life. Indeed it did. Continue reading →

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For the Sake of the Name

Posted on June 7, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As persecution came, the disciples prayed and became even bolder. When opposition came, they became even more determined to teach and preach the good news Continue reading →

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In Trouble

Posted on June 6, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What did they pray for? No! They prayed for more boldness to stand strong in the face of persecution. They prayed for a fuller demonstration of what had already gotten them into trouble in the first place. Continue reading →

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Where are the Watchmen?

Posted on November 2, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Spiritual watchmen are also called to proclaim God’s word: “Whenever you hear a word from my mouth, you shall give them warning from me.” Time spent in the presence and with the word, brings unusual insight into our present situation. The watchman keenly sees the dangers of the days we live in and boldly alerts us to the things that others may miss. Continue reading →

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Replacing Fear with Boldness

Posted on October 22, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Fear keeps many of us from accomplishing the great things God has for us. We feel intimidated by others–sometimes even pushed around and controlled. We back off from doing what we know we should do. Continue reading →

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What Does it Cost?

Posted on June 9, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Stephen was a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit facing accusations and persecution. What would he do? Continue reading →

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