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Lessons of Faith (Mar 13)

Posted on March 13, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

He was a godly man; faithful and diligent in the service of the Lord. Yet even Zechariah wavered in doubt when confronted by the impossible thing God intended to do. Continue reading →

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Faith that Refuses to Give Up

Posted on January 23, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

She continues to make her case. Her persistent cries for help—her persistent faith—have not gone unnoticed. Jesus is amazed to see such faith in a Canaanite woman, and is pleased to grant her prayer. “‘Woman, you have great faith! Your request is granted.’ And her daughter was healed that very hour.” Continue reading →

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A Risk of Faith (Jan 13)

Posted on January 13, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Scripture tells us that “Without faith it is impossible to please God” (Hebrews 11:6). Note how pleased Jesus was to find faith in each of these people. Also note the incredible things accomplished through that faith. Continue reading →

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Faith That Passes the Test (Nov 13)

Posted on November 13, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Your faith will be tested. For Abraham it was a test of “willingness.” Would he be willing to sacrifice his only son even though it made no earthly sense and seemed to contradict everything he knew about God and his promise? Continue reading →

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Even When We Don’t Know Where We Are Going (Nov 12)

Posted on November 12, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Often we find ourselves in the same place as Abraham who obeyed and went even though he didn’t know where he was going. Often faith requires us to “walk in the dark.” God gives us just enough to light to know the next step and then we must take it. Continue reading →

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A Heart That Trusts

Posted on July 17, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

If you are looking for an example of faith, real faith, it’s hard to ignore Abraham. Continue reading →

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Reckless Abandon (June 30)

Posted on June 30, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul’s reckless abandon to serve God in taking the gospel to the Gentiles is a challenge to us all. Continue reading →

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God’s Abundant Supply (June 22)

Posted on June 22, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God sees your need. He is more than able to meet it. Walk in obedience to God’s leading step by step, expecting his provision. Continue reading →

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Always Enough (June 16)

Posted on June 16, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God has revealed himself in scripture as “The Lord our Provider.” The story of Elijah is a reminder of how God is able to provide in extraordinary ways. Continue reading →

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I Have Seen the Lord! (June 1)

Posted on June 1, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Resurrection brought hope and joy to Jesus’ disciples. It brings hope and joy to us today. To the grieving, like Mary Magdalene, it brings the hope of the Resurrection. This life is not all there is. There is life eternal. There is resurrection. Continue reading →

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