Author Archives: pastorjeffsneighborhood

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.

Watching and Working

Posted on February 5, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We must fight the complacency and apathy of our age that causes our love to grow cold. Wickedness may increase all around us, but we dare not let it take away our spiritual passion. We must not let our love grow cold. Continue reading →

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Sweeter than Honey

Posted on February 4, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Open your heart to God’s word today; find it to be your delight. May it be sweeter than honey from the honeycomb. Continue reading →

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You Can’t Do It Alone

Posted on February 3, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

A leader needs the support, prayers and encouragement of a few close associates. Moses needed Aaron and Hur to come along side him and lift up his arms. He needed Joshua to lead the troops. Continue reading →

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Between Promise and Fulfillment

Posted on February 2, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is not easy to wait. It is not easy to trudge ahead when the circumstances seems hopeless. It is not easy to hold on to the promise when there is no “milk and honey” in sight. But this is not a time to grumble and complain, it is a time to trust and obey Continue reading →

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Deliverance

Posted on February 1, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Are you experiencing overwhelming circumstances? Do not fear. Put your trust in God the deliverer. There is no need to panic. If God can open up the Red Sea so a multitude of people could pass through, he can make a way for you. Put your hope in the one who fights on your behalf, God your protector. “The LORD will fight for you; you need only to be still.” Continue reading →

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What is Your Need?

Posted on January 31, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What is your need? Bring it to Jesus. Like he did with the blind men, he asks: “What do you want me to do for you?” Continue reading →

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Better Than Fair

Posted on January 30, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

we all need the grace of God—we all need the undeserved benefits that flow from the generosity of God. We never deserve grace. It is always a gift from a generous God. Continue reading →

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Where is Your Treasure?

Posted on January 29, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Do we really live our lives in pursuit of the kingdom? Do we really live with an eternal perspective? The way we handle our money and possessions is a key answer to that question. Continue reading →

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Forgiven to Forgive

Posted on January 28, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Forgiveness is the way of Christ. It doesn’t matter how great the offense. It doesn’t matter how many times we were sinned against. We must take these things to the cross to find the grace to forgive even as we have been forgiven. Continue reading →

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Two or Three

Posted on January 27, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There is power in agreeing together in prayer. Praying in a group is different than individual prayer. In a group, you are encouraged by each other’s faith. Often there is boldness and faith that comes as you press in to the heart of the father together. Continue reading →

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