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The Agony and the Ecstasy

Posted on July 26, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

To the one who has wrestled in prayer—to the intercessor who knows the agony of spiritual battle on behalf of others—God also gives great joy as they see the fruit of those prayers.  “In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy” (Philippians 1:4). There is great joy when we have prevailed in prayer and see the answer. Continue reading →

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We Should Not Give Up

Posted on April 16, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Even more important than the persistent prayers is the faith that perseveres despite the delays and apparent denials. You see, even our persistent prayers can be made without faith–we just go through the motions with little expectation of the answer. Continue reading →

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The Agony and the Ecstasy (July 26)

Posted on July 26, 2014 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 26 The Agony and the Ecstasy Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 78:56-64 | 2 Chronicles 17:1 – 18:34 | Romans 9:22 – 10:13 | Proverbs 20:2-3 Today’s Scripture Focus: Romans 9:22-10:13 “Brothers my heart’s desire and prayer to God for … Continue reading →

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