Tag Archives: prophets

Running from God

Posted on December 14, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jonah’s story reminds us that God uses imperfect people to accomplish his purposes. In the process, he is shaping and forming our character. Continue reading →

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The Eye of God

Posted on August 7, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Of course it didn’t take long for opposition to arise. When God is at work, the enemy does what he can to cause confusion, division and frustration. No exception here. Continue reading →

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Inquire of the Lord

Posted on June 20, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Seek the LORD and his counsel. When he speaks, listen, even if it is not what you want to hear. Continue reading →

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Inquire of the LORD

Posted on June 20, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jehoshaphat knew that to make a decision with out inquiring of the LORD was to make a decision too quickly. Continue reading →

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Emmanuel: God with Us

Posted on December 25, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God has not forgotten his people and intends to bless them with his very presence: Jesus, the savior is to be born; God with us, Emmanuel. In him, God has come near. Continue reading →

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When Donkeys Talk (Mar 15)

Posted on March 16, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God is very creative in communicating with his people. But when God starts to speak to you through a donkey, you know you are in trouble. God’s servants, especially prophets or preachers, are wise to learn the lessons of Balaam. Continue reading →

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O Little Town of Bethlehem (Dec 16)

Posted on December 16, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The gospel writers repeatedly stress that the story of Christmas—the birth of Jesus–was foretold in numerous passages by several Old Testament prophets. One of the most famous is the prophecy of Micah: Continue reading →

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