Author Archives: Jody Neufeld

Friends

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Jody Neufeld

[reprinted from August 18, 2010] A friend loves at all times;     Proverbs 17:17 (WEB) I am sad this week because I am saying good-by to a friend. He is dying. I will miss him. He has loved our … Continue reading →

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WARNING!

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Jody Neufeld

The Law of the Lord is a lamp,  and its teachings shine brightly. Correction and self-control will lead you through life.   Proverbs 6:23 (CEV) Where there is strife, there is pride, but wisdom is found in those who take … Continue reading →

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A Clean House

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Jody Neufeld

The Lord is compassionate and merciful, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. 9 He will not constantly accuse us, nor remain angry forever. 10 He does not punish us for all our sins; he does not deal … Continue reading →

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Connect the Dots

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Jody Neufeld

I look to the hills! Where will I find help? 2 It will come from the Lord, who created the heavens and the earth. 3 The Lord is your protector, and he won’t go to sleep or let you stumble. … Continue reading →

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Abba, My Father

Posted on October 11, 2013 by Jody Neufeld

Think of it this way. If a father dies and leaves an inheritance for his young children, those children are not much better off than slaves until they grow up, even though they actually own everything their father had. 2 … Continue reading →

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God’s Hope For Me

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Jody Neufeld

When anyone wants to settle an argument, they make a vow by using the name of someone or something greater than themselves.17 So when God wanted to prove for certain that his promise to his people could not be broken, … Continue reading →

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Fresh Breath

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Jody Neufeld

Then Pharisees and scribes came from Jerusalem to Jesus and asked, 2 “Why do Your disciples break the tradition of the elders? For they don’t wash their hands when they eat!” 3 He answered them, “And why do you break … Continue reading →

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The Wind – The Holy Spirit

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Jody Neufeld

There was a man named Nicodemus, a Jewish religious leader who was a Pharisee. 2 After dark one evening, he came to speak with Jesus. “Rabbi,” he said, “we all know that God has sent you to teach us. Your … Continue reading →

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How I Become Well

Posted on October 7, 2013 by Jody Neufeld

On his way to Jerusalem, Jesus went along the border between Samaria and Galilee. 12 As he was going into a village, ten men with leprosy came toward him. They stood at a distance 13 and shouted, “Jesus, Master, have … Continue reading →

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There’s a Storm Coming

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Jody Neufeld

20 My child, listen carefully to everything I say. 21 Don’t forget a single word, but think about it all. 22 Knowing these teachings will mean true life and good health for you. 23 Carefully guard your thoughts because they … Continue reading →

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