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Christ Formed in You

Posted on September 18, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul points us to the alternative: Christ being formed in them—Christ living his life out through them.  It’s a life lived by grace through faith. It’s a life of freedom and joy. And it’s all found in a dynamic, ongoing, intimate relationship with Jesus. As we spend time with him, as we pursue spiritual disciplines such as prayer and Bible study, we are formed spiritually. We become more and more like Jesus. Continue reading →

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Good News

Posted on September 14, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Don’t let anyone take your freedom. Don’t let others impose unnecessary rules and regulations. Don’t let them look down upon you because you worship and serve Jesus a little differently than they do. Your identity is found in Christ, not in the externals. Open your heart to Jesus and live in intimate fellowship with him. Find the freedom of life lived to the full in the power of the Spirit. Continue reading →

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The Heart that is Free

Posted on July 13, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Watch out for those that would hold on to the form, and lose sight of the substance. Continue reading →

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Disciples Find Freedom

Posted on May 16, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What is a disciple? Elsewhere Jesus tells us that a disciple is a student who becomes like his or her teacher. His teaching here amplifies that by suggesting a disciple is one who becomes like Christ by the discipline of hearing and obeying his commands. 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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True Freedom

Posted on September 20, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The path to liberty has two equally dangerous ditches that run along either side: legalism (where one fails to find the freedom or allow others to walk in freedom) and license (where one abuses the freedom). Paul has no time for either. Continue reading →

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Stealing Freedom

Posted on September 15, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The focus of true Christianity is not performance, but walking with God in a close intimate relationship. It’s not about rule keeping to look spiritual, but about serving God because I love him. It’s a journey where I know that I am loved by God through it all, and where he comes alongside each step of the way to help me on my way. Continue reading →

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Good News

Posted on September 14, 2023 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. Continue reading →

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A Heart Set Free

Posted on July 8, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul took the opportunity to share the testimony of a heart that had been set free by the Risen Christ. Continue reading →

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True Freedom

Posted on September 20, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The path to liberty has two equally dangerous ditches that run along either side: legalism (where one fails to find the freedom or allow others to walk in freedom) and license (where one abuses the freedom). Paul has no time for either. Continue reading →

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