Author Archives: Jody Neufeld
Grace – All the Way
– Henry Neufeld 4-5But God, rich in mercy, took action because he loved us so very much. Even though we were dead through the things we had done wrong, he brought us to life in Christ (you were saved by … Continue reading
Make a Trade: Sorrow for Joy
About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them. Â Â Â Acts 16:25 (HCSB) The message of the cross is foolish to those who are headed for destruction! But we … Continue reading
Welcome Back
He said, “Don’t be afraid. I know you’re looking for Jesus the Nazarene, the One they nailed on the cross. He’s been raised up; he’s here no longer. You can see for yourselves that the place is empty. Now—on your … Continue reading
Listen to God’s Love Song
“I have loved you with an everlasting love; I have drawn you with loving-kindness.†Jeremiah 31:3 (NIV) In Matthew’s gospel after Jesus was baptized and went through 40 days of temptation in the desert, He began to preach. And His … Continue reading
Every Day with Praise
– Henry Neufeld [reprinted from November 19, 2009] 1A praise song, for David. I will exalt you, my God and King, I will bless your name forever and ever. 2I will bless you every day, I will praise your name, … Continue reading
What if …
[Jesus said,] “But among you it will be different. Whoever wants to be a leader among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first among you must become your slave. For even the Son of Man came … Continue reading
My Lord AND My Friend
[reprinted from November 12, 2009] Henry Neufeld 11Moses tried to appease YHWH his God. He said, “Why are you getting so angry with your people, whom you brought out of the land of Egypt with great strength and a mighty … Continue reading
All the Saints
Lectionary Texts from All Saint’s Day: Revelation 7:9-17, Psalm 34:1-10, 22, 1 John 3:1-3, Matthew 5:1-12 And I heard a voice from heaven saying, “Write this down: Blessed are those who die in the Lord from now on. Yes, says … Continue reading
Enough Love to Go Around
[reprinted from May 14, 2009] “I am the good shepherd. I know my sheep, and they know me. Just as the Father knows me, I know the Father, and I give up my life for my sheep. I have other … Continue reading
Friend Forever
[Jesus said,] “This is my command: Love one another the way I loved you. This is the very best way to love. Put your life on the line for your friends.â€Â       John 15:12-13 (The Message) Friendship has been on my … Continue reading