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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.

New Songs (Jul 3)

Posted on July 4, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 4 New Songs Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 144:9-15 | 2 Kings 23:31-25:30 | Acts 22:17-23:10 | Proverbs 18:13 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 144:9-15 I will sing a new song to you, my God; on the ten-stringed lyre I will … Continue reading →

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Quotes (Jokes, Joy and Junk)

Posted on July 3, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Jokes “I don’t make jokes. I just watch the government and report the facts.” –Will Rogers– Joy “A joyless life is not a Christian life, for joy is one constant in the recipe for Christian living.” –William Barclay (Flesh and … Continue reading →

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With All His Heart, Soul and Strength (July 3)

Posted on July 3, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 3 With All His Heart, Soul and Strength Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 144:1-8 | 2 Kings 22:3-23:30 | Acts 21:37-22:16 | Proverbs 18:11-12 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Kings 23 Neither before nor after Josiah was there a king like him … Continue reading →

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A Strong Tower (July 2)

Posted on July 2, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 2 A Strong Tower Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 143:7-12 | 2 Kings 20:2-22:2 | Acts 21:17-36 | Proverbs 18:9-10 Today’s Scripture Focus: Proverbs 18:10 “The Name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and … Continue reading →

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Open Your Eyes, Lord (July 1)

Posted on July 1, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 1 Open Your Eyes, Lord Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 143:1-6 | 2 Kings 18:13-19:37 | Acts 21:1-16 | Proverbs 18:8 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Kings 19 Hezekiah received the letter from the messengers and read it. Then he went … Continue reading →

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Tozer on God and Grace

Posted on June 30, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

     God “We are called to an everlasting preoccupation with God.” That Incredible Christian, 46. “It is impossible to keep our moral practices sound and our inward attitudes right while our idea of God is erroneous or inadequate.” The … Continue reading →

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Reckless Abandon (June 30)

Posted on June 30, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

June 30 Reckless Abandon Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 142:1-7 | 2 Kings 17:1-18:12 | Acts 20:1-38 | Proverbs 18:6-7 Today’s Scripture Focus: Acts 20 “And now, compelled by the Spirit, I am going to Jerusalem, not knowing what will happen … Continue reading →

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A Guide for Praying for Your Pastor

Posted on June 29, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Originally posted on Joy in the House of Prayer:
Have you prayed for your pastor today? Some years ago I developed a weekly guide for praying for your pastor that I gave out to my congregation. Feel free to use…

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Keeping the “joy” in your prayer gathering

Posted on June 29, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Originally posted on Joy in the House of Prayer:
  Did you catch this series of articles? I’ve had opportunity to lead hundreds and hundreds of prayer gatherings over the years, I’ve developed a few principles for keeping your prayer…

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Quotes (Topics beginning with I)

Posted on June 29, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Ideas “When ideas fail, words come in very handy.” –Goethe– Idolatry “It’s easy to get attached to idols, good things inappropriately adored. But when you have Jesus in the center of a room, everything else only junks up the decor.” … Continue reading →

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