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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.

Looking Forward, Looking Back (Apr 11)

Posted on April 11, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 51:13-19 | Josh 3:1-4:24 | Luke 14:7-35 | Prov 12:27-28 Today’s Scripture Focus: Josh 3-4 Joshua 4:20-24 20 And Joshua set up in Gilgal the twelve stones they had taken from the Jordan. 21 He charged … Continue reading →

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Be Strong and Courageous (Apr 10)

Posted on April 10, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 51:1-12 | Deut 34:4- Josh 2:24 | Luke 13:22-14:6 | Proverbs 12:26 Today’s Scripture Focus: Josh 1 Joshua 1:6-9 6 Be strong and courageous; for you shall put this people in possession of the land that … Continue reading →

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Resting Between His Shoulders (Apr 9)

Posted on April 9, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 50:7-23 | Deuteronomy 33:1-20 | Luke 13:1-21 | Proverbs 12:25 Today’s Scripture Focus: Deut 33:1-20 About Benjamin he said: “Let the beloved of the Lord rest secure in him, for he shields him all day long, … Continue reading →

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Accountable (Apr 8)

Posted on April 8, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Reading: Psalm 50:1-6 | Deuteronomy 32:28-52 | Luke 12:35-59 | Proverbs 12:24 The Lord answered, “Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom the master puts in charge of his servants to give them their food allowance … Continue reading →

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Where is Your Treasure? (Apr 7)

Posted on April 7, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 49:14-20 | Deuteronomy 31:1-32:27 | Luke 12:8-34 | Proverbs 12:21-23 But seek his kingdom, and these things will be given to you as well. “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased … Continue reading →

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Religious Games (Apr 6)

Posted on April 6, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 49:1-13 | Deuteronomy 29:1-30:20 | Luke 11:37-12:7 | Proverbs 12:19-20 Then the Lord said to him, “Now then, you Pharisees clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside you are full of greed and … Continue reading →

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Reckless Words, Healing Words (Apr 5)

Posted on April 5, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 48:9-14 | Deuteronomy 28:1-68 | Luke 11:14-36 | Proverbs 12:18 The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing. (Proverbs 12:18 NIV) The Proverbs are filled with wisdom regarding … Continue reading →

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One Thing Is Necessary (April 4)

Posted on April 4, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 48:1-8 | Deuteronomy 26:1-27:26 | Luke 10:38-11:13 | Proverbs 12:15-17 “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one. Mary has chosen what is … Continue reading →

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Who Is My Neighbor? (Apr 3)

Posted on April 3, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 47:5-9 | Deut 23:1-25:19 | Luke 10:13-37 | Prov 12:12-14 “Which of these three do you think was a neighbor to the man who fell into the hands of robbers? ”The expert in the law replied, … Continue reading →

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Become the Answer to Your Prayers (Apr 2)

Posted on April 2, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 47:1-4 | Deut 21:1-22:30 | Luke 9:50-10:12 | Prov 12:11 He told them, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest … Continue reading →

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