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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.

Panting

Posted on November 7, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The psalmist describes an intense longing for God’s word and his commands. He describes it like this: “I open my mouth and pant, longing for your commands.” Continue reading →

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Your Most Important Prayer Partner

Posted on November 7, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As we come to God in Jesus name, we join him in his work of intercession. What an incredible truth. You may feel alone in your prayers and intercession for those you love, but you are not alone. Jesus is there praying with you. You may feel alone as you pray, frustrated by the trials and temptations, wondering if you will overcome, but you are not alone. Jesus is there praying for you. Continue reading →

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Words of Hope

Posted on November 5, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

May you find the LORD to be your hiding place and your shield. May his word bring you hope daily. Continue reading →

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Sanctuary

Posted on November 4, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Even in our “prodigal times,” our times where we try to distance ourselves from the Lord, he is there. He remains our sanctuary. He continues to offer the hope of a new heart and a fresh start. Continue reading →

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Growing Up or Growing Old?

Posted on November 3, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

I’ve heard it said that “Some people grow up in the Lord, others just grow old in the Lord. ”Unfortunately sometimes this is the case. Continue reading →

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Watch and Pray

Posted on November 2, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Israel needed a watchman in Ezekiel’s day. We need them today—men and women called to watch and pray—and boldly speak when God give us the words to say. Continue reading →

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Encouragement

Posted on November 1, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The ministry of encouragement is powerful, and it is one that we are all called to. Some may be especially gifted by God at it–someone like Barnabas in the New Testament–but we are all invited to join the ministry of encouragement: “Encourage one another daily.” Continue reading →

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Drifting

Posted on October 31, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Drifting is subtle and it is dangerous. Continue reading →

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Great is Thy Faithfulness

Posted on October 30, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In the lament, we openly and honestly pour out our heart to God. We tell him what we are going through and how we feel about it. We get it all “out on the table”.   Continue reading →

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Tears

Posted on October 29, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jeremiah is sometimes called “the Weeping Prophet.” His Lamentations are a prime example. But Jeremiah had reason to weep. He had been given a ministry of calling Judah to repentance, and they refused to listen. Continue reading →

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