Tag Archives: boldness

Unlimited Access

Posted on November 8, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Hebrews contrasts the restricted access to God under the old covenant with the unlimited access believers receive through Jesus. Formerly, only priests—and the high priest once yearly—entered the holy places with sacrificial blood. Through Christ’s sacrifice, believers may now approach God confidently, cleansed from guilt, assured of His mercy, and steadfast in hope because He is faithful. Continue reading →

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Replacing Fear with Boldness

Posted on October 22, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul urged Timothy, not be intimidated, but to rely on the Holy Spirit who had given him the spiritual gifts to do the ministry he was called to. Continue reading →

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The Heart that is Free

Posted on July 13, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Open your heart to Jesus. Enjoy your time in his presence in the solitary place. Then join together with the saints to celebrate God with all your heart and soul and strength—with all the intensity you have. Find the freedom of David—the freedom of a heart set free. Don’t let anyone steal your joy! Continue reading →

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What Does it Cost?

Posted on June 9, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The one with the eternal perspective knows that the troubles of this life are not worth being compared to the glory that is to be revealed in the next.   Continue reading →

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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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