Tag Archives: relationship with Christ

Real Fellowship

Posted on November 30, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

True fellowship is our partnership and connectedness because we have a relationship with Christ. He is the common link that brings us together whatever our differences may be. The body of Christ is diverse, but it is held together by what we have in common: our relationship with Christ. We are free to share deeply our problems, our concerns, our heart’s desires with those we partner with on this life’s journey. We live life together, doing our best to help each other in our times of need. Continue reading →

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Christ Formed in You

Posted on September 18, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul points us to the alternative: Christ being formed in them—Christ living his life out through them. It’s a life lived by grace through faith. It’s a life of freedom and joy. And it’s all found in a dynamic, ongoing, intimate relationship with Jesus. As we spend time with him, as we pursue spiritual disciplines such as prayer and Bible study, we are formed spiritually. We become more and more like Jesus. Continue reading →

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Stealing Freedom

Posted on September 15, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

But real Christianity is not about trying hard to live by the rules. It is about recognizing that I can’t live by the rules on my own and crying out to God for help. Entering into a relationship with Christ, he strengthens me by his Spirit to find the freedom to walk with God on this adventure of faith. As we walk together, I learn, I grow, I fall down, He picks me up, and I learn and grow some more. It’s all about a relationship with Christ. Continue reading →

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Real Fellowship

Posted on November 30, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Fellowship is more than casual conversation over coffee and cookies. Fellowship is the deep connectedness we have with one another because of our common bond, our relationship with Christ. That isn’t to say that the casual conversation is unnecessary or unimportant, but true fellowship will always take us deeper. Continue reading →

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Christ Formed in You

Posted on September 18, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul points us to the alternative: Christ being formed in them—Christ living his life out through them.  It’s a life lived by grace through faith. It’s a life of freedom and joy. And it’s all found in a dynamic, ongoing, intimate relationship with Jesus. As we spend time with him, as we pursue spiritual disciplines such as prayer and Bible study, we are formed spiritually. We become more and more like Jesus. Continue reading →

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Stealing Freedom

Posted on September 15, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There will always be some who will try to steal your freedom and place you in bondage to a religious system. Don’t let them steal your freedom. Find the joy of living in the freedom of a relationship with Christ. Continue reading →

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Real Fellowship

Posted on November 30, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 30 Real Fellowship  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 132:13-18 | Daniel 7:1-28 | 1 John 1:1-10 | Proverbs 28:23-24 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 John 1 “We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may … Continue reading →

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Knowing Christ (Oct 2)

Posted on October 2, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 2 Knowing Christ  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 107:33-43 | Isaiah 66:1-24 | Philippians 3:4-21 | Proverbs 24:15-16 Today’s Scripture Focus: Philippians 3 “I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in … Continue reading →

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Knowing Christ (Oct 2)

Posted on October 2, 2014 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

  October 2 Knowing Christ Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 107:33-43 | Isaiah 66:1-24 | Philippians 3:4-21 | Proverbs 24:15-16 Today’s Scripture Focus: Philippians 3 “I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the fellowship of sharing … Continue reading →

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