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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.

Generous Hearts are Blessed (Mar 19)

Posted on March 19, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God has compassion on all he has made and a special place in his heart for the poor and needy. So it is not surprising that God promises to bless those who bless the poor.  Continue reading →

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Change Brings Fruit (Mar 18)

Posted on March 18, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Repentance is all about change. To repent is to change one’s mind about sin, which leads to a change of direction and behavior.  Ultimately it brings a fruitful life: a Christ-like life. If you don’t change: you will never grow and you will miss out on the abundant life that could be yours. Continue reading →

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A Life of Devotion (Mar 17)

Posted on March 17, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Anna turned a tragedy into an opportunity to serve God. She had been married only 7 years when her husband died, leaving her in a difficult situation. What would she do? Continue reading →

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Waiting and Waiting and Waiting (Mar 16)

Posted on March 17, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

March 16 Waiting and Waiting and Waiting Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 40:1-5 | Numbers 24:1-25:18 | Luke 2:1-35 | Proverbs11:14 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 40:1-5 “I waited and waited and waited for God. At last he looked; finally he listened. … Continue reading →

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When Donkeys Talk (Mar 15)

Posted on March 16, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God is very creative in communicating with his people. But when God starts to speak to you through a donkey, you know you are in trouble. God’s servants, especially prophets or preachers, are wise to learn the lessons of Balaam. Continue reading →

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Truly Blessed (Mar 14)

Posted on March 15, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Blessed indeed. A young Jewish woman could hope for nothing greater than to be the mother of the promised Messiah. Mary was chosen by God to do the impossible: to become mother to the Son of God. Continue reading →

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Lessons of Faith (Mar 13)

Posted on March 13, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

He was a godly man; faithful and diligent in the service of the Lord. Yet even Zechariah wavered in doubt when confronted by the impossible thing God intended to do. Continue reading →

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He Has Risen! (Mar 12)

Posted on March 12, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There is hope! The resurrection is a reminder of the undying hope that is ours in Christ. Even death couldn’t conquer the Lord Jesus. When things are darkest, he brings light. When things seem impossible, he brings hope. Continue reading →

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Scourged, Mocked, Crucified, Forsaken (March 11)

Posted on March 11, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

He was despised, rejected, stricken, smitten, afflicted, wounded, crushed and chastised. He experienced sorrow, grief, extreme pain and the sense of abandonment and being forsaken by the Father as he bore our sins on the cross. Continue reading →

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So You Want to Go Back to Egypt?

Posted on March 10, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The people were fed up with the journey; God was fed up with their contempt and unbelief. Moses found himself in a difficult spot. Continue reading →

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