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About pastorjeffsneighborhood

Born and raised in Minnesota, I have served in churches in Minnesota, Ohio, Oregon and California. I am a graduate of Crown College (MN) and George Fox Evangelical Seminary (OR). I have also done additional graduate studies in New Testament Studies at the Center for Advanced Theological Studies at Fuller Theological Seminary (CA). I am also a graduate of the College of Prayer. Having served as the Academic Dean and Program Director at Horizon Institute of Los Angeles for several years, I have returned to the pastorate and serve as Pastor of Big Trees Community Bible Church in Arnold, CA.

Never Ending Cycle

Posted on April 24, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What happens when God’s people turn away from God’s commands and do whatever is right in their own eyes? Continue reading →

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Time Well Spent

Posted on April 23, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Likely weary from a day of teaching and ministry, Jesus finds a solitary place—and as was his practice—he spends extended time in prayer. Clearly this is a pattern rooted in delight rather than duty—this is a time and place set apart to enjoy fellowship with his Father in prayer. Continue reading →

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As For Me and My House

Posted on April 22, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

After reminding them how God had fulfilled his promises and had been faithful to the covenant, Joshua calls them to commitment. Continue reading →

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Every Promise

Posted on April 21, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Through his promises, God has given us everything we need for life and godliness (2 Pet 1:3-4)–everything. But we often forget that God’s promises have conditions–and those must be met. Continue reading →

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Rest

Posted on April 20, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Finding our home in his grace, we can stop striving in your own strength and power. Finding our security in being his dearly loved child, we are free to take up his yoke and learn from him. Giving up on our futile self-effort, we find rest; rest for our souls. Continue reading →

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Robbing of It’s Purpose

Posted on April 19, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The temple was designed by God to be a place of worship and prayer for all of God’s people. It was to be a house of prayer for all nations. But somehow it lost its focus; it was robbed of its purpose. Continue reading →

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Who Do You Eat With?

Posted on April 18, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Who do you eat with? Jesus ate with tax collectors and sinners. Continue reading →

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Cast Your Cares

Posted on April 17, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

David laments the wounds caused by the betrayal of a close friend. He is filled with anguish, fear and troubled thoughts. He wishes he could fly away like a bird–escaping the hurt. But realizes a better course is to take his burden to God. Continue reading →

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We Should Not Give Up

Posted on April 16, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Even more important than the persistent prayers is the faith that perseveres despite the delays and apparent denials. You see, even our persistent prayers can be made without faith–we just go through the motions with little expectation of the answer. Continue reading →

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Where Are the Other Nine?

Posted on April 15, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Don’t take the blessings for granted. Don’t get so caught up in the celebration that you forget to express your gratitude. Continue reading →

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