Tag Archives: persecution

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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Bumps in the Road

Posted on June 21, 2025 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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What Does it Cost?

Posted on June 9, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Stephen became the fulfillment of the prayers of the church for boldness rather than safety. He stood up to the accusers and preached the truth boldly, full well knowing that it might cost him his life. Indeed it did. Continue reading →

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In Trouble

Posted on June 6, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What did they pray for? No! They prayed for more boldness to stand strong in the face of persecution. They prayed for a fuller demonstration of what had already gotten them into trouble in the first place. Continue reading →

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Eternal Encouragement

Posted on October 14, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Perhaps you need a fresh touch of God’s love and encouragement. Maybe you need God to give you a clearer sense of the good hope that is yours in Christ. Maybe you need his strengthening power in every good deed and word today. I pray that Paul’s blessing for the Thessalonians may be yours today. Receive it! Continue reading →

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Scattered on Purpose

Posted on June 11, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There is a purpose in the tough time. There is a purpose in pushing you out of the comfortable nest and into a new place in your walk with Him. Continue reading →

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For the Sake of the Name

Posted on June 7, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As persecution came, the disciples prayed and became even bolder. When opposition came, they became even more determined to teach and preach the good news. When suffering came, they rejoiced because they considered it an honor to be counted worthy to suffer for the Name of Christ. Continue reading →

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In Trouble

Posted on June 6, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

And what did they pray? Protection? Safety? No! They prayed for more boldness to stand strong in the face of the persecution. Continue reading →

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Trouble

Posted on November 29, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 29 Trouble  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 132:6-12 | Daniel 6:1-28 | 2 Peter 3:1-18 | Proverbs 28:21-22 Today’s Scripture Focus: Daniel 6 “My God sent his angel, and he shut the mouths of the lions. They have not hurt … Continue reading →

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Unjust Suffering

Posted on November 24, 2023 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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