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From Questions to Praise

Posted on December 18, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Habakkuk was a prophet who asked a lot of questions. Tough questions. The big questions we would all like to ask God, even if we wouldn’t have the boldness to ask them. “How long, O Lord?” “Why don’t you answer my prayers?” “Are you ignoring me, Lord?” “Could you please explain why you are doing this Lord? It doesn’t make sense.” These are the kinds of questions Habakkuk raises to God. Continue reading →

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Under His Wings (Aug 22)

Posted on August 22, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is when life becomes dangerous and hard when protection is needed.  It is then that the mother hen gathers her chicks and covers them with her wings.  So in our lives, it is in the midst of the trials that God gathers us close and protects us in the refuge of “his wings”. Continue reading →

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Lessons of Faith (Mar 13)

Posted on March 13, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

He was a godly man; faithful and diligent in the service of the Lord. Yet even Zechariah wavered in doubt when confronted by the impossible thing God intended to do. Continue reading →

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Worry or Trust? (Jan 8)

Posted on January 8, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We all have needs, the most basic of which are described in this passage: “what shall we eat?” “what shall we drink?” “What shall we wear?” and “where will I live?” So, what do we do when we find ourselves in need? Continue reading →

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A Heart That Trusts

Posted on July 17, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

If you are looking for an example of faith, real faith, it’s hard to ignore Abraham. Continue reading →

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Let Him in the Boat (May 9)

Posted on May 9, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

When we find ourselves in difficult places, even frightening places, we need to let Jesus in the boat. In his presence we find joy and strength. When he is there, fears are turned to hope. In his strength we reach our destination despite the wind and waves. Continue reading →

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Mighty Warrior (Apr 26)

Posted on April 26, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Gideon sees his weakness. God calls him “Mighty Warrior.” What matters is not his inability, but God’s ability. When God calls us, he is with us. Continue reading →

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Worry or Trust? (Jan 8)

Posted on January 8, 2017 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

January 8 Worry or Trust? Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 6:1-3 | Genesis 18:20-19:38 | Matthew 6:25-7:14 | Proverbs 2:6-15 Today’s Scripture Focus: Matthew 6:25-7:14 So do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What … Continue reading →

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Becoming Like the One You Worship (Jun 19)

Posted on June 19, 2016 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

June 19 Becoming Like the One You Worship Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 135:15-21 | 1 Kings 20:1-21:29 | Acts 12:24-13:15| Proverbs 17:16 The idols of the nations are silver and gold, made by human hands. They have mouths, but cannot … Continue reading →

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Speculation or Expectation? (May 17)

Posted on May 17, 2016 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

May 17 Speculation or Expectation? Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 69:29-36 | 1 Samuel 20:1-21:15 | John 9:1-41 | Proverbs 15:15-17 Today’s Scripture Focus: John 9:1-41 And his disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he … Continue reading →

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