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Purity

Posted on October 23, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

When we realize that the principles of the Word have been given to us by a loving and gracious God who only desires the best for us, we will delight in the Word and rejoice in our obedience to it. Our motivation for obedience moves from “have to” to “want to,” and that is a much more powerful motivation that can indeed enable us to walk in purity. Continue reading →

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Set an Example

Posted on October 19, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We live in a day looking for people of integrity—examples we can follow. Take Paul’s advice to heart:

“Set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.” Continue reading →

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Purity

Posted on October 23, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Psalmist also speaks of the value of meditating on the word. “I have hidden your word in my heart.” (11). He verbally recounts the word with his lips (13). “He meditates on the Lord’s precepts and considers his ways” (15). As we repeat the word verbally, meditating on it, and memorizing it, we are helped greatly in our efforts to live pure lives. Continue reading →

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Set an Example

Posted on October 19, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Set an example in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity. You will be a shining light to your generation—and an encouragement to us all. Continue reading →

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Purity

Posted on October 23, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 23 Purity  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 119:9-16 | Jeremiah 42:1-44:23 | 2 Timothy 2:1-21 | Proverbs 26:3-5 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Timothy 1:1-18 “How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word” (Psalm … Continue reading →

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Set an Example

Posted on October 19, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul had mentored young Timothy and sent him out on a mission to Ephesus to stand up to some false teachers. There is some indication that he was timid by nature, so this may not have been an easy job for him. Nonetheless, he was Paul’s choice for the job. He tells him not to be intimidated by others, but instead to set an example for them. Continue reading →

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Purity

Posted on October 23, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

But God has given us his word to guide us along the path. As we live according to its principles our way is kept pure. Continue reading →

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Set an Example

Posted on October 19, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul had mentored young Timothy and sent him out on a mission to Ephesus to stand up to some false teachers. There is some indication that he was timid by nature, so this may not have been an easy job for him. Nonetheless, he was Paul’s choice for the job. He tells him not to be intimidated by others, but instead to set an example for them. Continue reading →

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Purity (Oct 23)

Posted on October 23, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Psalmist also speaks of the value of meditating on the word. “I have hidden your word in my heart.” (11). He verbally recounts the word with his lips (13). “He meditates on the Lord’s precepts and considers his ways” (15). As we repeat the word verbally, meditating on it, and memorizing it, we are helped greatly in our efforts to live pure lives. We not only are clear about the will of the Lord, but we also have the ammunition we need to fight temptation hidden in our hearts. We are formed by its truth. Continue reading →

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Purity (Oct 23)

Posted on October 23, 2015 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 23 Purity Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 119:9-16 | Jeremiah 42:1-44:23 | 2 Timothy 2:1-21 | Proverbs 26:3-5 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Timothy 1:1-18 “How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word” (Psalm … Continue reading →

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