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The Heart that is Free

Posted on July 13, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 13 The Heart that is Free Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 150:1-6; I Chronicles 15:1 – 16:36; Romans 1:18-32; Proverbs 19:6-7 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Chronicles 15:1 – 16:36 (esp.15: 25-29) “As the ark of the covenant of the Lord was entering … Continue reading →

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I Have Seen the Lord!

Posted on June 1, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Resurrection brought hope and joy to Jesus’ disciples. It continues to bring hope and joy to us today. Continue reading →

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David Danced

Posted on May 24, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There is often a temptation to judge others during worship—their attitudes, their behaviors. This is a dangerous distraction that keeps us from worshiping God as we ought. Don’t worry about other people. Focus on God and worship him with all your might. 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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David Danced

Posted on May 24, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Worship is a time for celebration.  It is a time for us to break out the instruments and sing with all our might. It is not a time for half-hearted singing or mumbling words. It is a time for us to enter in with all of our heart, soul, mind and strength. Continue reading →

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Shout for Joy

Posted on September 5, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In light of the greatness of our God, in light of what Christ has done for us, should there not be a little shouting when we get together to celebrate his greatness and declare his worth? Continue reading →

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Time to Celebrate

Posted on August 17, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

A major work has been completed. The walls have been rebuilt. Despite opposition and numerous setbacks, the job has been completed. It was time to celebrate. Continue reading →

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David Danced

Posted on May 24, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Worship is a time to focus on God, not to judge others for the way they express themselves. Continue reading →

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The Heart that is Free

Posted on July 13, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What a contrast! David dancing before the Lord; Michal despising and trying to take his joy. David’s heart was free to worship God. His focus was the Lord. He danced and celebrated with all his might. Continue reading →

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