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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.

A Joyful Heart of Praise (July 12)

Posted on July 12, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

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! It’s one of those words you can’t help but shout or sing … Continue reading →

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Courage to Do Exploits (Jul 11)

Posted on July 11, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

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 David’s mighty men: Courageous, loyal, and strong. They followed David’s leadership and … Continue reading →

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Courage to Face Life’s Storms (July 10)

Posted on July 10, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

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 The storm was so devastating and went on for so long … Continue reading →

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Opening Up Your Wounded Heart (Jul 9)

Posted on July 9, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

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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Quotes (Kingdom, Knowledge)

Posted on July 8, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Kingdom Give me a hundred men who fear nothing but sin, and desire nothing but God and I will shake the world. I care not a straw whether they be clergymen or laymen; and such alone will overthrow the kingdom … Continue reading →

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A Heart Set Free (Jul 8)

Posted on July 8, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

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 Paul stood accused but took the opportunity to share the testimony of a heart that had been set free … Continue reading →

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A.W. Tozer on Holiness

Posted on July 7, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Holiness “Every man is as holy as he really wants to be.” Man: the Dwelling Place of God, 40 “What does this word holiness really mean? Is it a negative kind of piety from which so many people have shied … Continue reading →

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Open Up Your Heart (July 7)

Posted on July 7, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

[This was the first devotional I wrote for the book, and the source for the name, Open Up Your Heart] July 7 Open Your Heart Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 145:14-21 | 1 Chronicles 4:5-5:17 | Acts 25:1-27 | Proverbs 18:19 … Continue reading →

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Psalms, Worship and Prayer (July 6)

Posted on July 6, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 6 Psalms, Worship and Prayer Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 145:8-13 | 1 Chronicles 2:18-4:4 | Acts 24:1-27 | Proverbs 18:16-18 The LORD is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love. The LORD is good to all; … Continue reading →

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Meditating on Your Works (July 5)

Posted on July 5, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 5 Meditating on Your Works Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 145:1-7 | 1 Chronicles 1:1-2:17 | Acts 23:11-35 | Proverbs 18:14-15 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 145:1-7 “On the glorious splendor of your majesty, and on your wondrous works I will … Continue reading →

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