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Real Faith Means Hard Work

Posted on October 9, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Faith, real faith, shows itself by its actions. Faith, true faith, is willing to sacrifice and work hard for the sake of the kingdom. There’s a lot of work to be done in the church. I challenge you to be like these Christians who evidenced their faith through hard work. Continue reading →

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A New Wardrobe

Posted on October 7, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We are hidden with Christ in God, We are dead to sin and have been raised to new life. We are to put on qualities that are in keeping with “who we are” in our new position as God’s “holy, chosen, dearly loved people.” Continue reading →

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Let Them See Your Hand

Posted on October 6, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The psalmist finds himself in a difficult place. He describes his situation: “I am poor and needy, and my heart is wounded within me.” Beaten up by circumstances and, especially by people—accusers, he calls them— he fasts and prays and desperately seeks the Lord (23-25). But he hasn’t given up hope. He looks to the God of hope. Continue reading →

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Unexpected Peace

Posted on October 3, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Don’t waste your time and energy with worry. Take it to the Lord in prayer. Open up your heart; pour out your concerns. Allow God to replace your anxious thoughts with peace, with joy, with hope. Continue reading →

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Knowing Christ

Posted on October 2, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Eternal life is found in a relationship with Christ that is entered into by faith in what Christ did for us on the Cross. The issue is not what we bring to the table, but what Jesus brings through the cross. Even Paul, who had considered himself faultless, saw his need for the righteousness that is by faith. Christ enters into the heart of the one who calls out to Him in faith and brings his righteousness and the gift of eternal life. Continue reading →

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Watchmen

Posted on October 1, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Watchmen are the serious prayer warriors who give God no rest until he fulfills his promises and accomplishes the vision he has given. Some assume that once they’ve received a vision from God of what is to be accomplished, that the hard work of prayer is over. The watchmen know that the hard work of persistent prayer has only begun. Continue reading →

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He is Doing a New Thing

Posted on September 24, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In the wilderness you are tried and tested. You may feel alone and desperate. It may seem like you’ll be stuck in the wilderness forever. But God will not leave you there forever. When the time is right, he will make a way. Continue reading →

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Good News

Posted on September 15, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The gospel is good news for all people. We should not do anything to confuse or pervert it. We should not add to it. We should not make it more difficult through adding rules or condemnation. We should not exclude those unlike us. In fact, we should go out of our way to eliminate the distractions and let the simple truth shine through. The gospel is meant to be good news for all people of all cultures. Continue reading →

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Purer Than Gold

Posted on August 27, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The conventional wisdom, illustrated by Bildad and Eliphaz, assumes that the tests come because of our disobedience. Job reminds us that this is not always the case. Sometimes the tough times are tests of our faith given to us so we can grow and mature in the faith. Continue reading →

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Worthless Physicians

Posted on August 24, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There will come a day for encouraging words. There will come a time for advice. There will come a day when words will be welcome. Until then, be there–fully there. Listen. Pray. Be the friend we all need in these difficult times. Continue reading →

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