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Unjust Suffering

Posted on November 24, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

we all know the sting of injustice and suffering. But unjust suffering is no excuse for taking revenge, retaliation or cursing our persecutors. It is an opportunity to be a testimony to others of the life of Christ within us. Continue reading →

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Stored Up Goodness

Posted on February 25, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Sometimes following the LORD takes us down a difficult path. People might look at us and wonder why God seems not to have noticed our injustice and pain. One day he will vindicate you for your faithfulness. Those who stay true and trust, will one day experience the “stored up blessings” of God in such a way that all will see and know that God is with you, and has been all the way, Continue reading →

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Wounded

Posted on February 13, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Those wounds that were the source of his pain are now the source of our healing: the forgiveness of sin, the freedom from bondages and shame, the healing of broken bodies and wounded hearts. When you experience the wounds brought on by denial, betrayal, mocking, injustice or abandonment, remember that Jesus understands. He has experienced those things too. Bring your wounds to Jesus and allow him to bring the healing you need. Continue reading →

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God Helps Those Who Cannot Help Themselves

Posted on March 4, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is commonly thought that the idea “God helps those who help themselves” is found in Scripture. It is not. Continue reading →

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Unjust Suffering

Posted on November 24, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Life isn’t always fair and it isn’t always easy. Continue reading →

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God Helps Those Who Cannot Help Themselves

Posted on March 4, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is commonly thought that the idea “God helps those who help themselves” is found in Scripture. It is not. In complete contrast, this scripture could easily be paraphrased: “God helps those who cannot help themselves.” Continue reading →

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Wounded (Feb 13)

Posted on February 13, 2016 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

February 13 Wounded Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 25:1-7 | Exodus 35:1 – 36:38 | Matthew 27:32-66 | Proverbs 9:7-8 Today’s Scripture Focus: Matthew 27:32-66 “And when they had mocked him, they stripped him of the robe and put his own … Continue reading →

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Stored Up Goodness (Feb 25)

Posted on February 25, 2015 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

February 25 Stored Up Goodness Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 31:19-24 | Leviticus 16:29 – 18:30 | Mark 7:24- 8:10 | Proverbs 10:15-16 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 31:19-24 How great is your goodness which you have stored up for those who … Continue reading →

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Unjust Suffering (Nov 24)

Posted on November 25, 2014 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 24 Unjust Suffering Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 129:1-8 | Ezekiel 47:1 – 48:35 | 1 Peter 2:11-3:17 | Proverbs 28:12-13 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Peter 2:11 – 3:17 “But if when you do good and suffer for it you … Continue reading →

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Generous Hearts (Dec 24)

Posted on December 24, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Generous Hearts Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 145:14-21 | Zechariah 6:1-7:14 | Revelation 15:1-8 | Proverbs 30:24-28 Today’s Scripture Focus: Zechariah 6-7 “Was it really for me that you fasted?” “This is what the Lord Almighty says: ‘Administer true justice; show … Continue reading →

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