Tag Archives: prayer

Keep the Fire Burning

Posted on February 18, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Tend the fire of your spiritual passion–don’t let the fire grow dim. “The fire must be kept burning on the altar continuously; it must not go out.” Continue reading →

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Whom Shall I Fear?

Posted on February 17, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In the midst of darkness and confusion, the Lord is his light. In the midst of the battle, the Lord is the one who rescues and saves Him. In the midst of uncertainty and fear, the Lord is the safe place where he can run. Continue reading →

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What is Your Need?

Posted on January 31, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What is your need? Bring it to Jesus. Like he did with the blind men, he asks: “What do you want me to do for you?” Continue reading →

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Praying and Going

Posted on January 14, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus calls us to pray and then he calls us to be part of the answer to our own prayers. He asks us to take the need to the Father, and then to go and become part of the solution. Continue reading →

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Bring Them To Jesus

Posted on January 12, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We, through our prayers and faith, can bring people to Jesus. Our prayers do matter. Our faith does make a difference. Continue reading →

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Waiting Expectantly

Posted on January 6, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Waiting with expectation is the difficult but necessary condition of the heart that would get the ear of God. It demonstrates our faith in the unseen promises despite the circumstances we see. It reveals the kind of faith God delights in and rewards: persevering faith. “Without faith it is impossible to please God. Because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him” (Hebrews 11:6). Continue reading →

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Sing His Praise

Posted on December 22, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Praise can transform your life. It takes our eyes off of ourselves and our problems and turns them to see the greatness and glory of our God. As we see his glory, our perspective changes. Praise shakes off the gloom and brings deep joy. Continue reading →

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Lukewarm

Posted on December 12, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As with any relationship, our relationship with the Lord can over time become “lukewarm.” In such times, we lack the passion, the desire, the zeal we once had. We get sloppy about our obedience. We often think we “have it together,” but it’s clear that something is just not right. Continue reading →

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Trouble

Posted on November 29, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Standing strong in a world of compromise will often mean being out of step with others. They often will not understand. They may even persecute you. But know that whatever trouble you find yourself in, God will not forget you. He sees your integrity and will be there through it all. He can even shut the mouths of lions, if necessary. So stand strong. Be of good courage. Press forward with integrity and keep trusting in your God. Continue reading →

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Practical Holiness

Posted on November 15, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The greatest test of our progress in holiness is this: how do I get along with other people? Do you see the connection in our text? “Make every effort to live in peace with all men and be holy.” In practical terms, our growth in holiness is tested and proved through relationships with others. Continue reading →

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