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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.

What a Blessing (Oct 10)

Posted on October 10, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 10 What a Blessing! Today’s Scripture Readings Psalms 113:1-9 | Jeremiah 14:11—16:15 | 1 Thessalonians 2:10-3:13 | Proverbs 25:1-5 Today’s Scripture Focus: I Thessalonians 2;10-3:13 “May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for … Continue reading →

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Real Faith Means Hard Work (Oct 9)

Posted on October 9, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 9 Real Faith Means Hard Work Today’s Scripture Readings Psalms 112:1-10 | Jeremiah 12:1-14:10 | 1 Thessalonians 1:1-2:9 | Proverbs 24:30-34 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Thessalonians 1:1 – 2:9 “We continually remember before our God and Father your work … Continue reading →

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A. W. Tozer Quotes

Posted on October 8, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Prayer “The Christian is a holy rebel loose in the world with access to the throne of God. Satan never knows from what direction the danger will come.” That Incredible Christian, 71. Anticipation “One characteristic that marks the average church … Continue reading →

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Scarecrows in a Melon Patch (Oct 8)

Posted on October 8, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 8 Scarecrows in a Melon Patch Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 111:1-10 | Jeremiah 10:1-11:23 | Colossians 3:18-4:18 | Proverbs 24:28-29 Today’s Scripture Focus: Jeremiah 10:1-11:23 Like a scarecrow in a melon patch, their idols cannot speak; they must be … Continue reading →

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A New Wardrobe (Oct 7)

Posted on October 7, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 7 A New Wardrobe Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 110: 1-7 | Jeremiah 8:8 – 9:26 | Colossians 3:1-17 | Proverbs 24:27 Today’s Scripture Focus: Colossians 3:1-17 “Therefore as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourself…”( Colossians 3:12 … Continue reading →

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Let Them See Your Hand (Oct 6)

Posted on October 6, 2013 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, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

October 5 Fully Mature in Christ 
Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 109:1-15 | Jeremiah 4:19-6:16 | Colossians 1:21-2:7 | Proverbs 24:23-25 Today’s Scripture Focus: Colossians 1-2 To them God has chosen to make known among the Gentiles the glorious riches of … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Wisdom and Understanding (Oct 4)

Posted on October 4, 2013 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, 2013 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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A. W. Tozer on Worship

Posted on October 2, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

A. W. Tozer on “Worship” Worship means “to feel in the heart”….Worship also means to “express in some appropriate manner” what you feel….and what will be expressed? “A humbling but delightful sense of admiring awe and astonished wonder.” Worship The … Continue reading →

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