Tag Archives: God

Scarecrows in a Melon Patch

Posted on October 8, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We worship and serve many things. Paul shows us that even misplaced values like greed and materialism can become idols. So can entertainment, sports, music or a political cause. The list could include most anything that becomes our preoccupation. Continue reading →

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Fully Mature in Christ

Posted on October 5, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Why is Paul struggling and working so hard to teach and preach and plant churches? This passage makes his motivation clear. He wants the believers to grow up in their faith and become fully mature in Christ. Continue reading →

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When God Asks the Questions

Posted on September 1, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Job has asked his questions. He has finally said all that he could think of to say. Now he is waiting for the answers. Then something surprising happens. God shows up not to answer the questions, but to ask His own. Continue reading →

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We Should Not Give Up

Posted on April 16, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Even more important than the persistent prayers is the faith that perseveres despite the delays and apparent denials. You see, even our persistent prayers can be made without faith–we just go through the motions with little expectation of the answer. Continue reading →

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God is the Strength of My Heart

Posted on July 15, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Some questions just can’t be answered to the heart’s satisfaction. Questions like: “Why do the wicked prosper?” Continue reading →

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God is the Strength of My Heart (July 15)

Posted on July 15, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 15 God is the Strength of My Heart  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 73:15-28 | 1 Chronicles 19:1 – 21:31 | Romans 2:25 – 3:8 | Proverbs 19:10-12 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 73 “Whom have I in heaven but you? … Continue reading →

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A Hope that Will Not Disappoint (Jul 18)

Posted on July 18, 2016 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 18 A Hope That Will Not Disappoint Today’s Scripture Reading: Psalm 75:1-10 | 1 Chronicles 26:12- 27:34 | Romans 4:13 – 5:5 | Proverbs 19:15-16 Today’s Scripture Focus: Romans 4:13- 5:5 “Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed…” (Romans … Continue reading →

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God’s Abundant Supply (Jun 22)

Posted on June 22, 2016 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

June 22 God’s Abundant Supply Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 136:23-26 | 2 Kings 3:1-4:17 | Acts 14:8-28 | Proverbs 17:22 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Kings 3:1 -4:17 Elisha said, “Go around and ask all your neighbors for empty jars. Don’t … Continue reading →

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The Voice of the LORD (Mar 6)

Posted on March 6, 2016 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

March 6 The Voice of the LORD Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 35:19-28| Numbers 6:1-7:89 | Mark 12:38-13:13 | Proverbs 10:27-28 Today’s Scripture Focus: Numbers 6:1 – 7:89 “When Moses entered the Tent of Meeting to speak with the LORD, he … Continue reading →

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Glowing with Glory (Aug 29)

Posted on September 1, 2015 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

August 29 Glowing with Glory Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 95:1-11 | Job 33:1 – 33:33 | 2 Corinthians 3:1-18 | Proverbs 22:8-9 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Corinthians 3 “And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the Lord’s glory, are … Continue reading →

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