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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.

Don’t Forget the “So That” (Oct 24)

Posted on October 24, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 119:17-24 | Jeremiah 44:24-47:7 | 2 Timothy 2:22-3:17 | Proverbs 26:6-8 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Timothy 2:22-3:17 “All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness so that the man … Continue reading →

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Purity (Oct 23)

Posted on October 23, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 119:9-16 | Jeremiah 42:1-44:23 | 2 Timothy 2:1-21 | Proverbs 26:3-5 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Timothy 1:1-18 “How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word” Psalm 119:9 It’s not … Continue reading →

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Replacing Fear with Boldness (Oct 22)

Posted on October 22, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 119:1-8 | Jeremiah 39:1- 41:18 | 2 Timothy 1:1-18 | Proverbs 26:1-2 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Timothy 1:1-18 “Fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. … Continue reading →

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Money Matters (Oct 21)

Posted on October 21, 2012 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 118:22-29 | Jeremiah 37:1-38:28 | 1 Timothy 6:1-21 | Proverbs 25:28 Today’s Scripture Focus: 1 Timothy 6 “But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world and we can take nothing … Continue reading →

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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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