Tag Archives: encouragement

What a Blessing!

Posted on October 10, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

This prayer is in the form of a blessing. He blesses them by asking God to fill them with love for each other. He has already commended them for their love, but here he prays for even more of it. “May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other.” There is always need to pray for God to give us increasing and overflowing love for each other. Continue reading →

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Thank You for Your Support!

Posted on September 25, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In addition to using our gifts in ministry, we are also to do our part in ministering to each other—caring for each other. Each of us is a supporting ligament in the body. Each of us has a part to play. When someone is hurting, you are a supporting ligament—someone needs you. Continue reading →

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Comfort Received, Comfort Given

Posted on August 26, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

August 26 Comfort Received, Comfort Given Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 93:1-5; Job 20:1 – 22:23; 2 Corinthians 1:1-11; Proverbs 22:2-4 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father … Continue reading →

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Refreshing

Posted on August 25, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

An encouraging word, a helping hand, a willingness to serve where needed: these things refresh the soul of one who is in ministry. Continue reading →

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No Condemnation

Posted on July 22, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Our heavenly Father loves us deeply and does not condemn us. But we do not always live as if that is true. Many times others treat us as if that is not true. Their words shame us and condemn us. How unlike Jesus who said, “Neither do I condemn you, Go and sin no more.” Continue reading →

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The Encourager

Posted on June 14, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We all need encouragers: people who will believe in us, people who will stand by us, people who will stand up for us, people who will plead our case. Continue reading →

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Encouragement

Posted on November 1, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The ministry of encouragement is powerful, and it is one that we are all called to. Some may be especially gifted by God at it–someone like Barnabas in the New Testament–but we are all invited to join the ministry of encouragement: “Encourage one another daily.” Let me encourage you to be an encourager today. Continue reading →

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Tears

Posted on October 29, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

When confronted by things we can’t understand we must do the same. Laments and tears are a means of healing for our wounded hearts. They are also a powerful means of intercession as we look to God to bring beauty from the ashes. Continue reading →

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It’s Not Just for Breakfast Anymore

Posted on October 27, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Truly his grace is amazing. Everything we need for salvation, to say no to sin, to live upright and godly lives, and even the desire to do what is right and good. It’s not just for breakfast anymore . . . not just for getting started in the Christian life, but for all of life. Continue reading →

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My Strength and My Song

Posted on October 20, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What is your situation today? Remember that the LORD with you. He is your helper. He is your strength. He is your song. He has become your salvation! Continue reading →

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