Tag Archives: Christ-like

Everything We Need

Posted on November 27, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Begin to seek out the promises of what God would do in and through you. Begin to “plead the promises”—praying for God to work in you and in other believers you know. As you pray and intercede, God will begin to work out those promises in your life. Continue reading →

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Christ Formed in You

Posted on September 18, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul points us to the alternative: Christ being formed in them—Christ living his life out through them. It’s a life lived by grace through faith. It’s a life of freedom and joy. And it’s all found in a dynamic, ongoing, intimate relationship with Jesus. As we spend time with him, as we pursue spiritual disciplines such as prayer and Bible study, we are formed spiritually. We become more and more like Jesus. Continue reading →

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Becoming Like Our Teacher

Posted on March 25, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The goal of a disciple is to become just like his or her teacher. Continue reading →

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Everything We Need

Posted on November 27, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God, by his divine power has given us everything we need for living a godly life. Sometimes the idea of a “godly life” or a “Christ-like life” seems so far off—so impossible. Perhaps that is why we settle for so little and don’t pursue godliness. Continue reading →

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Becoming Like Our Teacher (Mar 25)

Posted on March 25, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The goal of a disciple is to become just like his teacher. For the disciple of Jesus, it means that when we are fully trained we will be like Him. Jesus gives us a few of the lessons we will learn, as we become more like Him. Continue reading →

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Change Brings Fruit (Mar 18)

Posted on March 18, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Repentance is all about change. To repent is to change one’s mind about sin, which leads to a change of direction and behavior.  Ultimately it brings a fruitful life: a Christ-like life. If you don’t change: you will never grow and you will miss out on the abundant life that could be yours. Continue reading →

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Glowing with Glory (Aug 29)

Posted on August 29, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

August 29 Glowing with Glory Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 95:1-11 | Job 33:1 – 33:33 | 2 Corinthians 3:1-18 | Proverbs 22:8-9 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Corinthians 3 “And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord’s glory, are … Continue reading →

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A New Wardrobe (Oct 7)

Posted on October 7, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 7 A New Wardrobe Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 110: 1-7 | Jeremiah 8:8 – 9:26 | Colossians 3:1-17 | Proverbs 24:27 Today’s Scripture Focus: Colossians 3:1-17 “Therefore as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourself…”( Colossians 3:12 … Continue reading →

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Passing the Test (Sept 13)

Posted on September 13, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

September 13 Passing the Test Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 104:1-9 | Isaiah 12:1-14:32 | 2 Corinthians 13:1-14 | Proverbs 23:9-11 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Corinthians 13 “Test yourselves to make sure you are solid in the faith. Don’t drift along … Continue reading →

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All We Need (Nov 27)

Posted on November 27, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 131:1-3 | Daniel 4:1-37 | 2 Peter 1:1-21 | Proverbs 28:17-18 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Peter 1:2-8 Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. His divine … Continue reading →

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