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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.

Let Them See Your Hand (Oct 6)

Posted on October 6, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 6 Let Them See Your Hand Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 109:16-31 | Jeremiah 6:15- 8:7 | Colossians 2:8-23 | Proverbs 24:26 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalms 109:16-31 But you, O Sovereign Lord, deal well with me for your name’s  sake; … Continue reading →

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Fully Mature in Christ (Oct 5)

Posted on October 5, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Why is Paul struggling and working so hard to teach and preach and plant churches? This passage makes his motivation clear. He wants the believers to grow up in their faith and become fully mature in Christ. Continue reading →

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Spiritual Wisdom and Understanding

Posted on October 4, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 4 Spiritual Wisdom and Understanding Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 108:6-13 | Jeremiah 2:31-4:18 | Colossians 1:1-20 | Proverbs 24:21-22 Today’s Scripture Focus: Colossians 1 For this reason, since the day we heard about you, we have not stopped praying … Continue reading →

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Unexpected Peace (Oct 3)

Posted on October 3, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 3 Unexpected Peace  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 108:1-5 | Jeremiah 1:1-2:30 | Philippians 4:1-23 | Proverbs 24:17-20 Today’s Scripture Focus: Philippians 4 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your … Continue reading →

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Knowing Christ (Oct 2)

Posted on October 2, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 2 Knowing Christ  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 107:33-43 | Isaiah 66:1-24 | Philippians 3:4-21 | Proverbs 24:15-16 Today’s Scripture Focus: Philippians 3 “I want to know Christ and the power of his resurrection and the fellowship of sharing in … Continue reading →

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Watchmen (Oct 1)

Posted on October 1, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 1 Watchmen Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 107:23-32 | Isaiah 62:6-65:25 | Philippians 2:19-3:4 | Proverbs 24:13-14 Today’s Scripture Focus: Isaiah 62-65 I’ve posted watchmen on your walls, Jerusalem. Day and night they keep at it, praying, calling out, reminding … Continue reading →

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Humility (Sept 30)

Posted on September 30, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul encourages the Philippians to imitate Christ’s example of humility. What an example it is! Continue reading →

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Learning to Pray from Paul (Sept 29)

Posted on September 29, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We often focus on the immediate needs. Paul prays for the big things, the overarching things. Instead of a quick fix for the moment, Paul prays for that which will make the biggest impact in the big picture of things. Rather than focusing only on the present need, Paul’s prayers impact the here and now by focusing on the eternal. There is so much to learn from his prayers. Continue reading →

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Joy in the Hour of Prayer (Sept 28)

Posted on September 28, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Prayer should be a joyful experience. Whether personal times of prayer, or corporate times of prayer, those times should be characterized by joy. Continue reading →

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Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs (Sept 27)

Posted on September 27, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

One good indicator of a life lived in the fullness of the Spirit is a joyful, singing heart. When the Holy Spirit is really in control, he fills you with joy and he fills your heart with singing. Life lived in the flesh doesn’t produce joyful songs, but life in the Spirit always does. Continue reading →

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