Author Archives: pastorjeffsneighborhood

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.W. Tozer on Trouble and Truth

Posted on September 9, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Trouble “To be right with God has often meant to be in trouble with men.” Man the Dwelling Place of God, 114. Truth “Truth is a glorious but hard mistress. She never consults, bargains or compromises.” Of God and Men, … Continue reading →

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Boasting in Weakness (Sept 9)

Posted on September 9, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

September 9 Boasting in Weakness Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 102:18-28 | Isaiah 3:1-5:30 | 2 Corinthians 11:1-15 | Proverbs 22:28-29 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Corinthians 11 “If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness.” … Continue reading →

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Demolishing Strongholds (Sept 8)

Posted on September 8, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

September 8 Demolishing Strongholds Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 102:12-17 | Isaiah 1:1-2:22 | 2 Corinthians 10:1-18 | Proverbs 22:26-27 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18 The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, … Continue reading →

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Tired of Waiting (Sept 7)

Posted on September 7, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

September 7 Tired of Waiting Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 102:1-11 | Song 5:1-8:14 | 2 Corinthians 9:1-15 | Proverbs 22:24-25 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 102:1-11 Do not hide your face from me when I am in distress. Turn your ear … Continue reading →

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O Be Careful Little Eyes (Sept 6)

Posted on September 6, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

September 6 Oh Be Careful Little Eyes Today’s Scripture Reading: Psalms 101:1-8 | Song 1:1-4:16 | 2 Cor. 8:16-24 | Proverbs 22:22-23 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 101:1-8 I will set before my eyes no vile (wicked, vain, evil, worthless) thing. … Continue reading →

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Shout for Joy (Sept 5)

Posted on September 5, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

September 5 Shout for Joy Scripture Readings for Today: Psalms 100:1-5 | Ecclesiastes 10:1-12:14 | 2 Corinthians 8:1-15| Proverbs 22:20-21 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalms 100:1-5 Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come … Continue reading →

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The Right Response

Posted on September 4, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

September 4 The Right Response Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 99:1-9 | Ecclesiastes 7:1 — 9:18 | 2 Corinthians 7:8-16 | Proverbs 22:17-19 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Corinthians 7 Godly sorrow brings repentance that leads to salvation and leaves no regret, … Continue reading →

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Good Friends (Sept 3)

Posted on September 3, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

September 3 Good Friends Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 98:1-9 | Ecclesiastes 4:1 – 6:12 | 2 Corinthians 6:14- 7:7 | Proverbs 22:16 Today’s Scripture Focus: Ecclesiastes 4-6 “Two are better than one…if one falls down, his friend can help him … Continue reading →

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Video on “joy killers” to prayer gatherings

Posted on September 2, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Originally posted on Joy in the House of Prayer:
The link will take you to a short video from a recent prayer retreat. I am teaching about the “joy killers” of corporate prayer. Prayer Meeting Joy Killers (introduction)

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Excerpt from “A Grace Based Relationship of Prayer”

Posted on September 2, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Originally posted on Joy in the House of Prayer:
Here is a short video clip of an excerpt from “A Grace based Relationship of Prayer” –this is a short clip that introduces the subject. It comes from a recent prayer…