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Sackcloth to Joy

Posted on February 22, 2022 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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Joy in the House of Prayer (Sept 28)

Posted on September 28, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Prayer should be a joyful experience. Whether personal times of prayer, or corporate times of prayer, those times should be characterized by joy.  Continue reading →

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Time to Celebrate (Aug 17)

Posted on August 17, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

A major work has been completed. The walls have been rebuilt.  Despite opposition and numerous setbacks, the job has been completed.  It was time to celebrate. Continue reading →

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Bumps in the Road (June 21)

Posted on June 21, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The narrow road of life in Christ can be a bumpy road sometimes. But even then, we can find joy in Christ. Continue reading →

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Time to Celebrate (Aug 17)

Posted on August 17, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

A major work has been completed. The walls have been rebuilt. Despite opposition and numerous setbacks, the job has been completed. It was time to celebrate. Continue reading →

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A Joyful Heart of Praise (July 12)

Posted on July 12, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It’s time to worship the Lord. It’s time to sing Hallelujah! Continue reading →

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Busy or Abiding? (May 26)

Posted on May 26, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

You were created to live a “fruitful” life. We all want that: to make a difference; to accomplish something important; to leave this life with a legacy of significance. But how do we get there? How do we live the “fruitful life”? How do we “bear much fruit”? Continue reading →

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He Bears Our Burdens (May 11)

Posted on May 11, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

“Praise be the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens. Our God is a God who saves” (Psalm 68:19-20). Continue reading →

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Sackcloth to Joy (Feb 22)

Posted on February 22, 2017 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

February 22 Sackcloth to Joy Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 30:6-12 | Leviticus 13:1-59 | Mark 6:1-29 | Proverbs 10:10 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalms 30:6-12 “You turned my wailing into dancing; you removed my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, [12] … Continue reading →

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Meditating on Your Works (July 5)

Posted on July 5, 2016 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 5 Meditating on Your Works Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 145:1-7 | 1 Chronicles 1:1-2:17 | Acts 23:11-35 | Proverbs 18:14-15 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 145:1-7 “On the glorious splendor of your majesty, and on your wondrous works I will … Continue reading →

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