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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.

Make Your Home in Me (May 25)

Posted on May 25, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

May 25 Make Your Home In Me Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 72:15-20 | 2 Samuel 7:1-8:18 | John 14:15-31 | Proverbs 15:33 Today’s Scripture Focus: John 14:15-31 Jesus answered him, “Those who love me will keep my word, and my … Continue reading →

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David Danced (May 24)

Posted on May 24, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

May 24 David Danced Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 72:8-14 | 2 Samuel 4:1-6:23 | John 13:31-14:14 | Proverbs 15:31-32 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Samuel 4:1-6:23 David and the whole house of Israel were celebrating with all their might before the … Continue reading →

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The Humble King (May 23)

Posted on May 23, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 72:1-7 | 2 Samuel 2:12-3:39 | John 13:1-30 | Proverbs 15:29-30 Today’s Scripture Focus: John 13:1-30 When Jesus had finished washing their feet, he put on his clothes and returned to his place. “Do you understand … Continue reading →

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Out of the Shadows (May 22)

Posted on May 22, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

May 22 Out of the Shadows Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 71:19-24 | 2 Samuel1:1-2:11 | John 12:20-50 | Proverbs 15:27-28 Today’s Scripture Focus: John 12:20-50 Then Jesus told them, “You are going to have the light just a little while … Continue reading →

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Extravagant Worship (May 21)

Posted on May 21, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

May 21 Extravagant Worship Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 71:15-18| 1 Samuel 29:1-31:13| John 11:54-12:19| Proverbs 15:24-26 Today’s Scripture Focus: John 11:54-12:19 “Lazarus and his sisters invited Jesus to dinner at their home. Martha served. Lazarus was one of those sitting … Continue reading →

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Sometimes God Waits (May 20)

Posted on May 20, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 71:9-14 | 1 Samuel 26:1-28:25 | John 11:1-53 | Proverbs 15:22-23 Today’s Scripture Focus: John 11:1-53 “Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus. So, when he heard that Lazarus was ill, he stayed … Continue reading →

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Mercy Triumphs (May 19)

Posted on May 19, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 71:1-8 | 1 Samuel 24:1-25:44 | John 10:22-42 | Proverbs 15:20-21 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Samuel 24-25 “You are more righteous than I…you treated me well, but I have treated you badly. You have just now … Continue reading →

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The Good Shepherd (May 18)

Posted on May 18, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 70:1-5 | 1 Samuel 22:1-23:29 | John 10:1-21 | Proverbs 15:18-19 Today’s Scripture Focus: John 10:1-21 “The sheep listen to his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. When he has … Continue reading →

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Speculation or Expectation (May 17)

Posted on May 17, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 69:29-36 | 1 Samuel 20:1-21:15 | John 9:1-41 | Proverbs 15:15-17 Today’s Scripture Focus: John 9:1-41 And his disciples asked him, “Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents, that he was born blind?” Jesus answered, … Continue reading →

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Disciples FInd Freedom (May 16)

Posted on May 16, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 69:19-28 | 1 Samuel 18:5-19:24 |John 8:31-59 | Proverbs 15:12-14 Today’s Scripture Focus: John 8:31-59 “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth and the truth will … Continue reading →

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