Tag Archives: Hope

Real Faith Means Hard Work

Posted on October 9, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Church at Thessalonica is evidencing the supreme Christian virtues of “faith, hope and love.” through their work, labor and endurance. Continue reading →

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He is Doing a New Thing

Posted on September 24, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Your situation is never hopeless with God. He is the God of new things.When there seems to be no hope, he opens a new opportunity. Continue reading →

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He Holds Your Hand

Posted on September 23, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Then with his hand firmly clasped around ours, he comforts us with these words: “Do not fear; I will help you. Do not be afraid for I myself will help you” (41:13-14). “Fear not, for I have redeemed you: I have called you by name, you are mine” (43:1-2). Continue reading →

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Soaring on Eagle’s Wings

Posted on September 22, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As we wait in hope—seeking him expectantly—he renews our strength. God gives us the ability to walk when we grow tired—the ability to run when all our strength is gone. He even gives us the ability to soar against all the gusts of wind—the circumstances of life that seem to make it impossible to keep moving forward. Continue reading →

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Nothing Can Separate Us From His Love!

Posted on July 24, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Because God loves me, I can endure the present sufferings knowing, that they “are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us.” Continue reading →

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A Hope that Will Not Disappoint

Posted on July 18, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

His situation was absolutely hopeless. How could Abram and Sara—well past child bearing years—become the father of many nations? The facts: “his body was as good as dead since he was about a hundred years old and Sara’s womb was also dead.” Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed. Continue reading →

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I Have Seen the Lord

Posted on June 1, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Resurrection brought hope and joy to Jesus’ disciples. Continue reading →

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Behold the Lamb of God

Posted on May 1, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus, the exalted Messiah and King; the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world; He is worthy of our praise. Worship him from the depths of your heart! Continue reading →

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God’s Purposes

Posted on January 25, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What others do to us with the intention of harm, God is able to turn around for his purposes to accomplish good. Continue reading →

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How Long, O Lord?

Posted on January 21, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We lament. We openly and honestly cry out to God. We lay out our thoughts and feelings. We get it all out on the table. Continue reading →

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