Tag Archives: joy of the Lord

Strengthened by Joy

Posted on August 14, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Each day is an opportunity for celebration as we hear and understand God’s word. Understanding it brings joy, and that “joy of the Lord is our strength” (8:12). God teaches us principles that enable us to live “life to the full.” His promises give us hope that strengthens us through the most difficult of times. Continue reading →

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Sackcloth to Joy

Posted on February 22, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Christian life is characterized by joy. Not that it is always easy—it is not. But joy flows from a relationship with Christ, not from our circumstances, so it is may be found in the most unusual places—especially the difficult ones. Continue reading →

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Strengthened by Joy

Posted on August 14, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Nehemiah encouraged the people to find joy. They were hearing the law and understanding it. This was reason for celebration. There would be a time for weeping, but this was a time for celebration: the celebration of understanding God’s word. Continue reading →

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Strengthened by Joy

Posted on August 14, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There would be a time for weeping, but this was a time for celebration: the celebration of understanding God’s word. Continue reading →

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Strengthened by Joy

Posted on August 14, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

After years and years of neglect, the scripture had been uncovered. Ezra got all the people together in one place and began to read the law. Continue reading →

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