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O Little Town of Bethlehem

Posted on December 16, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The gospel writers repeatedly stress that the story of Christmas—the birth of Jesus–was foretold in numerous passages by several Old Testament prophets. One of the most famous is the prophecy of Micah Continue reading →

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Rejoice Greatly!

Posted on December 26, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In Jesus, the prophecies find fulfillment. He is the Messiah, gentle and riding on a donkey. Years before it comes to pass, Zechariah envisioned the gentle King and rejoiced. Indeed, the celebration of Christ’s coming to earth is a reason for all of us to rejoice. So rejoice, O daughter of Zion! As another great Christmas hymn says so well: “Joy to the world the Lord is come. Let earth receive her King. Let every heart prepare Him room and heaven and nature sing!” Continue reading →

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Emmanuel: God with Us

Posted on December 25, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

To the one who receives Him, he gives the greatest gift of all, Eternal life. Joy to the world! Merry Christmas! Continue reading →

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O Little Town of Bethlehem

Posted on December 16, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Yes, there will one day be peace on earth, good will toward men upon whom his favor rests. It will all be fulfilled just as it was told by the prophets. Continue reading →

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Emmanuel: God with Us

Posted on December 25, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

To the one who receives Him, he gives the greatest gift of all, Eternal life. Joy to the world! Merry Christmas! Continue reading →

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Never Alone

Posted on December 17, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Christmas can be a lonely time. Even in the midst of the crowds, it is common to feel lonely this time of year. Continue reading →

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O Little Town of Bethlehem

Posted on December 16, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Yes, there will be peace on earth, good will toward men upon whom his favor rests. It will all be fulfilled just as it was told by the prophets. Continue reading →

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Emmanuel: God with Us (Dec 25)

Posted on December 25, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Prophets can be a challenge to read and understand. But underlying the whole of the prophetic scripture is something we dare not miss: God has not forgotten his people and intends to bless them with his very presence: Jesus, the savior is to be born; God with us, Emmanuel. Continue reading →

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Never Alone (Dec 17)

Posted on December 17, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Christmas can be a lonely time. Memories of family and friends who are no longer with us haunt us especially this time of the year. Separation from those you love when you’d rather be “home for Christmas” brings a sense of loneliness. Singles sometimes feel left out and lonely this time of year. Even in the midst of the crowds, it is common to feel lonely this time of year. Continue reading →

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Never Alone (Dec 17)

Posted on December 17, 2015 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

December 17 Never Alone Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 142:1-7 | Nahum 1:1-3:19 | Rev.8:1-13 | Proverbs 30:7-9 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 142 “Look and see, there is no one at my right hand; no one is concerned for me. I … Continue reading →

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