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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.

Feed My Sheep (June 2)

Posted on June 2, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

June 2 Feed My Sheep Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 125:1-5 | 2 Samuel 19:11-13 | John 21:1-25 | Proverbs 16:16-17 Today’s Scripture Focus:  John 21 The third time he said to him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?”Peter … Continue reading →

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I Have Seen the Lord! (June 1)

Posted on June 1, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The Resurrection brought hope and joy to Jesus’ disciples. It brings hope and joy to us today. To the grieving, like Mary Magdalene, it brings the hope of the Resurrection. This life is not all there is. There is life eternal. There is resurrection. Continue reading →

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It is Finished (May 31)

Posted on May 31, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is finished! The work that Jesus came to do was completed. His death would bring life to all who would believe. Continue reading →

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The Spirit is Willing But . . . (May 30)

Posted on May 30, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

The humbling would lead to a greater dependence on God’s power rather than his own. It would lead him to seek the fullness of God’s spirit. Continue reading →

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Making Plans (May 29)

Posted on May 29, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Planning is important. To fail to plan is no virtue. Yet in every plan God has the last say. He is the one who directs and establishes our steps. Continue reading →

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Jesus’ Unanswered Prayer (May 28)

Posted on May 28, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There are so many good agendas that seem to get in the way of Jesus’ prayer being answered. Continue reading →

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Whatever (May 27)

Posted on May 27, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Whatever you ask. These are among the most amazing words from the mouth of Jesus. Apparently, they are so amazing that he needed to repeat it several times to allow the profound truth to sink in. Continue reading →

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Busy or Abiding? (May 26)

Posted on May 26, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

You were created to live a “fruitful” life. We all want that: to make a difference; to accomplish something important; to leave this life with a legacy of significance. But how do we get there? How do we live the “fruitful life”? How do we “bear much fruit”? Continue reading →

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Make Your Home in Me (May 25)

Posted on May 25, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Abide in his presence through prayer, abide in his word through obedience and you will find intimacy with God and the joy of his presence. Continue reading →

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David Danced (May 24)

Posted on May 24, 2020 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Worship is a time for celebration. It is a time for us to break out the instruments and sing with all our might. It is not a time for half-hearted singing or mumbling words. It is a time for us to enter in with all of our heart, soul, mind and strength. Continue reading →

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