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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.

Cleaning Up the Mess (July 16)

July 16 Cleaning up the Mess Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 74:1-14 | 1 Chronicles 22:1 – 23:32 | Romans 3:9-31 | Proverbs 19:13-14 Today’s Scripture Focus: Romans 3:9 – 31 “There is no one righteous, not even one; [11] there … Continue reading

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A Heart that Trusts (July 17)

July 17 A Heart That Trusts Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 74:12-23 | 1 Chronicles 24:1 – 26:11 | Romans 4:1-12 | Proverbs 19:15-16 Today’s Scripture Focus: Romans 4:1-12 Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness. Now … Continue reading

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God is the Strength of My Heart (July 15)

July 15 God is the Strength of My Heart Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 73:15-28 | 1 Chronicles 19:1 – 21:31 | Romans 2:25 – 3:8 | Proverbs 19:10-12 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 73 “Whom have I in heaven but you? … Continue reading

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An Honest Heart (July 14)

July 14 An Honest Heart Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 73:1-14 | I Chronicles 16:37 – 18:17 | Romans 2:1-2 | Proverbs 19:8-9 Today’s Scripture Focus: Romans 2: 1-24 You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, … Continue reading

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The Heart That is Set Free (July 13)

July 13 The Heart That is Set Free Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 150:1-6 | I Chronicles 15:1 – 16:36 | Romans 1:18-32 |Proverbs 19:6-7 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Chronicles 15:1 – 16:36 (esp.15: 25-29) “As the ark of the covenant … Continue reading

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A Joyful Heart of Praise (July 12)

July 12 A Joyful Heart of Praise Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 149:1-9 | 1 Chronicles 12:19- 14:17 | Romans 1:1-17| Proverbs 19:4-5 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 149:1-9 [Hallelujah!] Praise the Lord. Sing to the Lord a new song, his praise … Continue reading

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Courage to Do Exploits (July 11)

July 11 Courage To Do Exploits Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 148:1-14 | 1 Chronicles 11:1 – 12:18 | Acts 28:1-31| Proverbs 19:1-3 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Chronicles 11:1-12:18 “Such were the exploits of the three mighty warriors” (1 Chronicles 11:19b, … Continue reading

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Courage to Face Life’s Storms (July 10)

July 10 Courage to Face Life’s Storms Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 147:12-20 | 1 Chronicles 9:1-10:14 | Acts 27: 21-44 | Proverbs 18: 23-24 Today’s Scripture Focus: Acts 27:21-44 “When neither sun nor stars appeared for many days and the … Continue reading

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Opening Up Your Wounded Heart (July 9)

July 9 Opening Up Your Wounded Heart Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 147:1-11 | 1 Chronicles 7:1- 8:40 | Acts 27:1-20 | Proverbs 18:22 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 147: 1-11 “He binds up the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” (Psalm … Continue reading

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A Heart Set Free (July 8)

July 8 A Heart Set Free Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 146:1-10 | 1 Chronicles 5:18-6:81 | Acts 26:1-32 | Proverbs 18:20-21 Today’s Scripture Focus: Acts 26 “Now get up and stand on your feet. I have appeared to you to … Continue reading

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