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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.

Soaring on Eagle’s Wings (Sep 22)

September 22 Soaring on Eagle’s Wings Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 106:1-5 | Isaiah 39:1-41:16 | Ephesians 1:1-23 |Proverbs 23:25-28 Today’s Scripture Focus: Isaiah 40 “But they who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength, they will mount up with … Continue reading

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Where to Turn (Sep 21)

September 21 Where to Turn Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 105:37-45 | Isaiah 37:1-38:22 | Galatians 6:1-18 | Proverbs 23:24 Today’s Scripture Focus: Isaiah 37-38 “O Lord Almighty, God of Israel, enthroned between the cherubim, you alone are God over all … Continue reading

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True Freedom (Sept 20)

September 20 True Freedom Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 105:23-36 | Isaiah 33:13-36:22 | Galatians 5:13-26 | Proverbs 23:23 Today’s Scripture Focus: Galatians 5 “You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the … Continue reading

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13 Joykillers in Prayer Gatherings

Originally posted on Joy in the House of Prayer:
What keeps us from finding “joy in the house of prayer?” What kills our joy? Here is a list of some of the things I have experienced that sapped the life…

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Who is Doing the Waiting?

September 19 Who is Waiting Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 105:16-22 | Isaiah 30:12 – 33:12 | Galatians 5:1-12 | Proverbs 23:22 Today’s Scripture Focus: Isaiah 30:12 – 33:12 “Therefore the Lord waits to be gracious to you…blessed are all who … Continue reading

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Christ Formed in You (Sept 18)

September 18 Christ Formed in You Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 105:8-15 | Isaiah 28:14-30:11 | Galatians 3:23-4:31| Proverbs 23:19-21 Today’s Scripture Focus: Galatians 3:23-4:31 “My dear children, for whom I am again in the pains of childbirth until Christ is … Continue reading

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Practicing the Presence (Sept 17)

September 17 Practicing His Presence Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 105:1-7 | Isaiah 25:1-28:13 | Galatians 3:10-22 | Proverbs 23:17-18 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalms 105:1-7 Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually! (Psalm 105:4 ESV) Prayer begins as … Continue reading

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Tozer on wasting our lives, wisdom and the working for the Lord

Wasting our Lives Actually, I do find Christians these days who seem to have largely wasted their lives. They were converted to Christ but they have never sought to go on to an increasing knowledge of God. There is untold … Continue reading

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The Real Thing (Sept 16)

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 104:31-35 | Isaiah 22:1-24:23 | Galatians 2:17- 3:9 | Proverbs 23:12 Today’s Scripture Focus: Galatians 2:17-3:9 “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me.” Gal 2:20 The real … Continue reading

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Stealing Freedom (Sept 15)

September 15 Stealing Freedom Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 104:19-30 | Isaiah 19:1-21:17 | Galatians 2:1-16 | Proverbs 23:13-14 Today’s Scripture Focus: Galatians 2:1-16 This matter arose because some false brothers had infiltrated our ranks to spy on the freedom we … Continue reading

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