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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.

Are You Hungry?

Posted on May 10, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

May 10 Are You Hungry? Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 68:7-18; 1 Samuel 8:1-9:27; John 6:22-42; Proverbs 14:34-35 Today’s Scripture Focus: John 6:22-42 Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and … Continue reading →

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Let Him in the Boat

Posted on May 9, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In their own strength, it all seemed impossible. With Christ in the boat, all things are possible. Continue reading →

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Speak, Lord, Your Servant is Listening

Posted on May 8, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In Samuel’s day, the word of the Lord was rare. Not many were hearing from God. Not because God was not speaking. It was because the people were preoccupied with other things—and they weren’t seeking or listening. Continue reading →

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Hold on to Hope

Posted on May 7, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Hannah had many battles to fight as she held on to hope. She had to battle the circumstances. She had been unable to conceive for many years. The situation appeared hopeless. Yet she held on to hope in the one who was her Rock and Deliverer. Continue reading →

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The Place of Abundance

Posted on May 6, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Perhaps the crushing burden you are under will be just the thing to prepare you for the place of abundance. Don’t get discouraged. Don’t lose hope. Pour out your heart to God and look for Him to rescue from the midst of the fire and water and to bring you into the place of abundance. Continue reading →

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Where You Go I Will Go

Posted on May 5, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Loyalty is a rare quality in a day of no commitment. It is also a praiseworthy and attractive quality. May its beauty be seen and noticed in our lives. Continue reading →

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Second Fiddle

Posted on May 4, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We too are called to decrease that Christ may increase. As we humble ourselves, listen to the voice of the bridegroom and attend to his wishes, we find our joy complete. Continue reading →

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Born Again

Posted on May 3, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Life abundant—lived to the full—and everlasting. It results from being born again by the Spirit. It begins with a simple prayer of faith where we confess our need to be forgiven and invite Christ into our lives to become our Savior and Lord. Continue reading →

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When Jesus Got Angry

Posted on May 2, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Perhaps it is time to clear the temple of our lives of things that hinder and distract. Indeed it is time to return to God’s purposes for us. Continue reading →

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Behold the Lamb of God

Posted on May 1, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus, the exalted Messiah and King; the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world; He is worthy of our praise. Worship him from the depths of your heart! Continue reading →

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