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The Forgiving Heart

Posted on January 22, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Joseph knew that God was using that event for a greater purpose. Joseph could see the hand of God in it all, and he grew through the experience. The tough times in Joseph’s life were the very things that caused growth and maturity of character. They were the things that caused him to trust God and become the leader God was preparing him to become. Continue reading →

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Opening Up Your Wounded Heart

Posted on July 9, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We all have our wounds and when we really open up our heart to Jesus, they will be exposed so that they can find healing. Continue reading →

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Under Attack

Posted on June 27, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Deep down we all know that words can wound us deeply. Continue reading →

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Cast Your Cares

Posted on April 17, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

David laments the wounds caused by the betrayal of a close friend. He is filled with anguish, fear and troubled thoughts. He wishes he could fly away like a bird–escaping the hurt. But realizes a better course is to take his burden to God. Continue reading →

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How Many Times?

Posted on April 14, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Forgive and find freedom.

As it was for the disciples, this teaching may seem difficult for us.. They said, “Increase our faith!” Sometimes we need the same. Ask God to give you the strength to take the offense to the cross and leave it there. It may seem too difficult for you—but nothing is too difficult for God. Continue reading →

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The Forgiving Heart

Posted on January 22, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Forgive those who’ve hurt you and move on. Expect that God will use even this to prepare you for the good things he has ahead for you. Continue reading →

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Knowing Christ

Posted on October 2, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 2 Knowing Christ  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 107:33-43 | Isaiah 66:1-24 | Philippians 3:4-21 | Proverbs 24:15-16 Today’s Scripture Focus: Philippians 3 “I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in … Continue reading →

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Under Attack

Posted on June 27, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As children we used to say, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” Those words may be valiant attempts to downplay a verbal attack, but they are untrue. Deep down we all know that words can wound us deeply. Continue reading →

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Forgiven to Forgive

Posted on January 28, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

You have carried your burden of unforgiveness too long. It is eating you up on the inside. Let it go. Continue reading →

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The Accuser

Posted on December 21, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

He’s a liar, a thief, a deceiver. He’s the accuser of our brothers and sisters in Christ. An enemy to God and all his ways, Continue reading →

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