Tag Archives: prayer

Busy or Abiding?

Posted on May 26, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Slow down and abide in the presence of Jesus. There you will find joy. There you will find strength. There your priorities will be adjusted. There you will be sharpened to accomplish greater things so that you may bear much fruit. Continue reading →

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He Bears Our Burdens

Posted on May 11, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We carry our burdens to our Lord and Savior who promises to daily bear our burdens. Continue reading →

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Listen

Posted on April 28, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Open up your heart to God–pour it all out. He listens and he cares. Continue reading →

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Choosing Leaders

Posted on March 24, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus lived a life of prayer. So it is not surprising that when he came to critical junctures in his life that he would spend extended time in prayer. Continue reading →

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The Voice of the LORD

Posted on March 6, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Moses had an unusual intimacy with God: “The LORD would speak to Moses face to face, as a man speaks with his friend” (Ex 33:11). Continue reading →

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Help Me Overcome My Unbelief

Posted on February 27, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Our faith is often mixed with unbelief. It is hard to overcome what we see in order to walk by faith. Yet Jesus looks into our hearts and sees the seeds of faith and encourages them to bloom. He calls us to trust him more; to trust him for even the impossible. “Everything is possible for him who believes.” Continue reading →

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Whom Shall I Fear?

Posted on February 17, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The passage from “Open Up Your Heart” by Jeff Syverson reflects on finding refuge in God’s strength and presence, dispelling fear through trust and seeking God’s face. Continue reading →

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What Is Your Need?

Posted on January 31, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What is your need? Continue reading →

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Bring Them to Jesus

Posted on January 12, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Whether through prayer or witness, we can play an important part in the lives of our friends as we bring them to Jesus. As we bring people into his presence, miracles happen and lives are transformed. Continue reading →

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Unlimited Access

Posted on November 8, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 8 Unlimited Access Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:137-144 | Ezekiel 18:12-19:14 | Hebrews 9:1-10 | Proverbs 27:10 Today’s Scripture Focus: Hebrews 9:1-10 Such preparations having been made, the priests go continually into the first tent to carry out their … Continue reading →

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