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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 for His Commands

Posted on November 7, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

mist 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 6, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

In speaking of his priesthood, the author of Hebrews tells us that Jesus “always lives to intercede” for us.” Continue reading →

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Words of Hope

Posted on November 5, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

of Hope (Rom 15:13). His word is a message of hope. Whatever our circumstance, we can always run to God’s word and find shelter, comfort and encouragement. Continue reading →

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Sanctuary

Posted on November 4, 2021 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, 2021 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. There is a big difference between “growing up” and “just growing old” in the Lord. Continue reading →

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Watch and Pray

Posted on November 2, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The watchman had an important and difficult job. Taking his place high upon the wall of the city where he could see, he would spend the night watching for impending danger. The protection of the city was in his hands. Continue reading →

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Encouragement

Posted on November 1, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 1 Encouragement  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:81-88 | Ezekiel 1:1 – 3:15 | Hebrews 3:1-19 |  Proverbs 26:24-26 Today’s Scripture Focus: Hebrews 3:1-19 “See to it that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from … Continue reading →

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Drifting

Posted on October 31, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Drifting is subtle and it is dangerous. Spiritual drifting takes place through a series of small compromises. One small compromise leads to another, which leads to another, which leads to another. Usually the compromises seem innocent at first–we barely notice that they are making an impact on our spiritual life. But over time, the small compromises add up and we find ourselves in trouble. Continue reading →

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Great is Thy Faithfulness

Posted on October 30, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

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, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Looking to the ruins, with the cries of those who lost loved ones still ringing in his ears, Jeremiah is filled with tears. All he can do is lament. Continue reading →

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