Author Archives: Jody Neufeld

Daily Choices

Posted on March 24, 2014 by Jody Neufeld

Once again Jesus spoke to the people. This time he said, “I am the light for the world! Follow me, and you won’t be walking in the dark. You will have the light that gives life.”   John 8:12 (CEV) … Continue reading →

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Slippery Slopes

Posted on March 21, 2014 by Jody Neufeld

[reprinted from January 21, 2011] “You’re blessed when you get your inside world—your mind and heart—put right. Then you can see God in the outside world.”      Matthew 5:8 (The Message) The KJV and many versions state this verse … Continue reading →

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The Persecuted

Posted on March 20, 2014 by Jody Neufeld

[reprinted from January 15, 2011] [Jesus said,] “God’s divine care is on those who are persecuted for standing up for their relationship with God. They will surely have a place in His Kingdom.”      Matthew 5:10 (my paraphrase) I … Continue reading →

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Poor in Spirit

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Jody Neufeld

[reprinted from January 14, 2011] Seeing the multitudes, he went up onto the mountain. When he had sat down, his disciples came to him. He opened his mouth and taught them, saying, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs … Continue reading →

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What is a blessing?

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Jody Neufeld

[reprinted from January 13, 2011] I am studying some of the principles of my faith. Over the next few days I am going to be sharing some of the basics that have been the foundation that continues to feed into … Continue reading →

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God’s Faithfulness

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Jody Neufeld

Jesus crossed Lake Galilee, which was also known as Lake Tiberias. 2 A large crowd had seen him work miracles to heal the sick, and those people went with him. 3-4 It was almost time for the Jewish festival of … Continue reading →

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It’s NOT About Me!

Posted on March 13, 2014 by Jody Neufeld

O Lord, hear me as I pray; pay attention to my groaning. 2 Listen to my cry for help, my King and my God, for I pray to no one but you. 3 Listen to my voice in the morning, … Continue reading →

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“Comfort me, Lord”

Posted on March 11, 2014 by Jody Neufeld

[reprinted from June 28, 2010] Henry made the statement last night that in his observation of Bible study that people spend more time studying First Corinthians than they do Second Corinthians. That inspired me to start reading. Blessed be the … Continue reading →

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Shared Any Good News With Someone Recently?

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Jody Neufeld

[Thank You, LORD, for the life of Your child, Steve Hill (January 17, 1954 – March 9, 2014). He brought the Good News of Your loving sacrifice to many of us in “Twinkie” messages and in “brussel sprout” messages. His … Continue reading →

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Giving Thanks

Posted on March 7, 2014 by Jody Neufeld

I will praise you, Lord, with all my heart and tell about the wonders you have worked. 2 God Most High, I will rejoice; I will celebrate and sing because of you. 3 When my enemies face you, they run … Continue reading →

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