Author Archives: Henry Neufeld

Command and Completion

9God, the one who called you into the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, is faithful. 10But I appeal to you, brothers and sisters, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you speak in unity, and … Continue reading

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Way and No Way

5Commit your way to YHWH. Trust him. He will do it. — Psalm 37:5 The word “way” is very interesting. A few years ago I recall hearing the expression “no way,” as in “no way he could do that!” It … Continue reading

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More Than I Can Tell

5You have done great things, YHWH my God, Your wonders and your thoughts are for our benefit. None can compare to you. I would announce them and speak of them, but there are too many of them. — Psalm 40:5 … Continue reading

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Prevented!

6They went through the Phrygian and the Galatian region, because the Holy Spirit prevented them from speaking the word in Asia. 7When they came up to Mysia, they attempted to enter Bythinia, but the Holy Spirit wouldn’t let them. — … Continue reading

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Kingdom Petition Cycle

1I put my hope in YHWH, He paid attention to me and heard my cry. 2He drew me out of the desolate pit, From the miry clay. 3He put my feet on a rock, He made my footsteps sure. 4He … Continue reading

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Thank God for Other People

Note:  This is actually Friday morning’s devotional.  I accidentally punched “Publish” early. You can save it for tomorrow morning! 4I thank my God for you all the time, because of God’s grace that has been given to you in Christ … Continue reading

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Careful with Flickering Lights

1Here is my servant, the one I uphold. My chosen one, in whom I deeply delight. I have put my spirit on him, so he can bring justice to the nations. 2He will not cry out, He will not raise … Continue reading

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Hanging Around Jesus

5For just as the sufferings of Christ overflow for us, so through Christ our comfort also overflows. 6If we are afflicted, it is for your comfort and salvation. 6If we are comforted, it is to provide you with comfort so … Continue reading

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God Loves Everybody

34Then Peter opened his mouth and said, “In truth I’m coming to understand that God doesn’t play favorites, 35but in every nationality the one who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him. 36He sent the message … Continue reading

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Monday Morning Devotion (Showing Off Righteously)

13Who is wise and learned among you? Let him show his deeds by his good behavior using gentle wisdom. — James 3:13 Christians are sometimes afraid to let anyone know what they’re doing because they might appear proud or self-righteous. … Continue reading

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