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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.

There’s Always Hope!

Posted on June 13, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Ananias had reason to be skeptical. He had reason to be fearful. Saul had been at the forefront of the persecution of Christians. He had been there to give approval to Stephen’s death.Was the Lord really telling him to go and speak to Saul? Continue reading →

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Expect the Unexpected

Posted on June 12, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The one who is led by the Spirit is in for an adventure. You never know what unexpected opportunities you will encounter. Such was the life of Philip. Continue reading →

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Scattered on Purpose

Posted on June 11, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God uses the tough times in our lives to show forth his power in our weakness. Continue reading →

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Waiting and Watching

Posted on June 10, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The watchman spent the night in the tower on the city wall watching and waiting. Of course, he was looking for any sign of danger. Yet ultimately, he was looking for the morning to come–hoping for another peaceful night awakened by a beautiful sunrise. Continue reading →

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What Does it Cost?

Posted on June 9, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What would cause a man like Stephen to risk it all for the sake of the Gospel? Continue reading →

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What Would You Ask For?

Posted on June 8, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What if God were to ask you the same question he asked Solomon?  What would you ask for? Continue reading →

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For the Sake of the Name

Posted on June 7, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As persecution came, the disciples prayed and became even bolder. When opposition came, they became even more determined to teach and preach the good news. Continue reading →

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In Trouble

Posted on June 6, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Peter and John were preaching with boldness and healing with God’s power.  This upset the religious establishment.  Continue reading →

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Unless the Lord Builds the House

Posted on June 5, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Too much of our labor is in vain. Instead of getting God’s vision for a project, we press ahead with our own designs. Continue reading →

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Fire!

Posted on June 4, 2022 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

June 4 Fire! Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 126:4-6 | 2 Samuel 22:21-23:23 | Acts 2:1-47 | Proverbs 16:19-20 Today’s Scripture Focus: Acts 2 When the day of Pentecost came, they were all together in one place. [2] Suddenly a sound … Continue reading →

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