Tag Archives: Jesus

Message of Life

Posted on April 30, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God’s love for us was so great, that he decided to communicate the message not only through words, but also by a living demonstration as Jesus humbles himself and takes on human flesh. God incarnate–the Word with us. Continue reading →

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The Strength to Go On

Posted on April 25, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Facing denial, betrayal, mocking, scourging and a cruel painful death on a cross, Jesus went to his usual place to pray: The Mount of Olives. This solitary place was a regular place of refuge for Jesus where he would pour out his heart to the Father. Continue reading →

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Time Well Spent

Posted on April 23, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Likely weary from a day of teaching and ministry, Jesus finds a solitary place—and as was his practice—he spends extended time in prayer. Clearly this is a pattern rooted in delight rather than duty—this is a time and place set apart to enjoy fellowship with his Father in prayer. Continue reading →

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Every Promise

Posted on April 21, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

This text is also a reminder that the promises have conditions. Failure to meet those conditions has consequences. “But just as all the good things have been fulfilled, so the Lord will bring upon you all the evil things . . . if you transgress the covenant.” Promises may appear to be unfulfilled, but often God is waiting for conditions to be met Continue reading →

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Rest

Posted on April 20, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Rest
by Jeff Syverson
After years of struggle and battle in taking the land, now they wrestle given rest in the promised Land. Jesus too, calls us to give up our striving and find rest in our relationship with him. Continue reading →

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Robbed of Its Purpose

Posted on April 19, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

When personal agendas are more important than God’s agenda, when our personal convenience is more important than the needs of the lost, we fall prey to the same temptation. When my personal preferences are holding the church hostage to God’s design to reach out effectively, then the church has been robbed of its purpose for existence. The house of prayer becomes a den of robbers. Continue reading →

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Who Do You Eat With?

Posted on April 18, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus prioritized people—especially those that good society rejected—those that weren’t really welcome in the place of worship; those that might bring dishonor to my table-fellowship. Continue reading →

Posted in Devotional Thoughts, Uncategorized | Tagged fellowship, friend of sinners, Jesus, meal time conversations, table fellowship, tax collectors and sinners, Zachaeus | Leave a comment

How Many Times?

Posted on April 14, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

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. He can help you forgive. Continue reading →

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Accountable

Posted on April 8, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Make the most of this life. Make the most of the gifts God gives. Be a wise and faithful steward of what God gives you. There are blessings that await those who prove themselves to be wise and faithful in this life. Continue reading →

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One Thing is Necessary

Posted on April 4, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Only one thing is necessary, according to Jesus. What is that one thing? It is time spent in the presence of Jesus. It is enjoying fellowship with him through time in his word and in prayer. There is plenty of time for the other stuff—first things first. Continue reading →

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