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.

Spurs of Encouragement

Posted on November 11, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Do you know someone who is drifting? Complacent? Growing tired in the race and tempted to give up? God has given you the responsibility of spurring them on toward love and good deeds. Continue reading →

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Standing in the Gap

Posted on November 10, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God is raising up an army of intercessors for these days. The work of proclaiming the gospel to each people group is ongoing, but there is much work to be done. Some are enlisted to go and preach. Others will do the equally hard and important work of intercession. Some will labor on the fields, others will stand in the gap on their behalf doing battle on their knees. Continue reading →

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Once For All

Posted on November 9, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jesus came with a better sacrifice: himself. He had lived a perfect, sinless life. He was the perfect Lamb of God who had come to take away the sins of the world. In his one time, once for all act of dying on the cross, Jesus made atonement for all our sins for all time. Continue reading →

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Unlimited Access

Posted on November 8, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Father, thank you for unlimited access into your very presence. Give me grace and mercy to meet my need for this day. Help me to hold unswervingly to the hope I profess, knowing that you are faithful to your promises. Amen. Continue reading →

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Panting for His Commands

Posted on November 7, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Do you long for God’s word? Do you go after it with panting? Is your desire to understand and do God’s will so intense that you pant after his commands? May he fill you with such an intense desire to know Him and follow his commands. Continue reading →

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Your Most Important Prayer Partner

Posted on November 6, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 6 Your Most Important Prayer Partner Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:121-128; Ezekiel 14:12-16:42; Hebrews 7:18-28; Proverbs 27:4-6 Today’s Scripture Focus: Hebrews 7:18-28 Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always … Continue reading →

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Words of Hope

Posted on November 5, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We serve a God 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, 2025 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 2, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

“Growth and maturity require more than years of ‘pew time,” they require years of diligent learning, application and obedience.” Continue reading →

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Where are the Watchmen?

Posted on November 2, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Israel needed a watchman in Ezekiel’s day. We need them today—men and women called to watch and pray—and boldly speak when God give us the words to say. Continue reading →

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