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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.

My Strength and My Song (Oct 20)

Posted on October 20, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 118:5-21 | Jeremiah 35:1-36:32 | 1 Timothy 5:1-25 | Proverbs 25:25-27 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalms 118:5-21 “The Lord is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation” (Psalms 118:14, NIV) The Psalmist describes his … Continue reading →

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A Good Example (Oct 19)

Posted on October 19, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 118:1-4 | Jeremiah 33:1-34:22 | 1 Timothy 4:1-16 | Proverbs 25:23-24 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Timothy 4:1-16 “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in … Continue reading →

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The Praise of All Peoples (Daily Devotional for Oct 18)

Posted on October 18, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 117:1-2 | Jeremiah 31:27-32:44 | 1 Timothy 3:1-16 | Proverbs 25:18-19 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 117:1-2 “Praise the Lord, all you nations; extol him all you peoples. For great is his love toward us and the … Continue reading →

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Devoted to Closeness (Oct 17)

Posted on October 17, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 116:15-19 | Jeremiah 30:1-31:26 | 1 Timothy 2:1-15 | Proverbs 25:18-19 Today’s Scripture Focus: Jeremiah 30:1-31:26 “Who is he who will devote himself to be close to me?” Jeremiah 30:21b Jeremiah speaks the word of God … Continue reading →

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How Could We Ever Repay the Lord for His Goodness? (Daily Devotional for Oct 16)

Posted on October 16, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 116:7-14 | Jeremiah 28:1 – 29:32 | 1 Timothy 1:1-20 | Proverbs 25:17 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalms 116:7-14 “How can I repay the LORD for all his goodness to me? I will lift up the cup … Continue reading →

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Open Doors and Open Hearts (Daily Devotional for Oct 15)

Posted on October 15, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Scripture Readings: Psalm 116:1-6 | Jeremiah 26:1 – 27:22 | 2 Thessalonians 3:1 – 18 | Proverbs 25:16 Today’s Focus: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18 “Pray for us that the message of the Lord may spread rapidly and be honored, just as … Continue reading →

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Never Ending Encouragement (Daily Devotional for Oct 14)

Posted on October 14, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings Psalms 115:14-18m| Jeremiah 23:21-25:38 | 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17 | Proverbs 25:15 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Thessalonians 2 May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal … Continue reading →

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Beyond Good Intentions (Daily Devotional for Oct 13)

Posted on October 13, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings Psalm 115:9-13 | Jeremiah 22:1-23:20 | 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 | Proverbs 25:11-14 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Thessalonians 1 “We constantly pray for you, that our God may count you worthy of his calling, and that by his … Continue reading →

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Always (Daily Devotional for Oct 12)

Posted on October 12, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings Psalms 115:1-8 | Jeremiah 19:1-21:14 | 1 Thessalonians 5:4-28 | Proverbs 25:8-10 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Thess. 5 Be joyful always; [17] pray continually; [18] give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you … Continue reading →

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Clay in the Hands of the Potter (Daily Devotional for Oct 11)

Posted on October 11, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings Psalms 114:1-8 | Jeremiah 16:16-18:23 | 1 Thessalonians 4:1-5:3 | Proverbs 25:6-7 Today’s Scripture Focus: Jeremiah 16-18 “So I went down to the potter’s house; and I saw him working at the wheel. But the pot he … Continue reading →

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