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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.

A Heart Set Free

Posted on July 8, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Festus told Paul that his belief in such a thing was crazy. “Your great learning is making you mad,” he says. But Paul appealed to Agrippa, who knew full well about the resurrection: “It was not done in a corner.” Continue reading →

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Open Up Your Heart

Posted on July 7, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Today’s Psalm (145) reminds us that our heavenly Father delights in drawing near to us, when we call out to Him. Continue reading →

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Psalms, Worship and Prayer

Posted on July 6, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

One of the reasons I love to read the Psalms before I pray, is that they prime the pump of worship. They help us to focus on the goodness and greatness of God. Continue reading →

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Meditating on Your Works

Posted on July 5, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

When we slow down our reading and praying and take time to meditate and listen, we become more aware of His presence and more sensitive to His voice. Our whole perspective on the day changes as we remember the greatness of the God who loves us and cares for us. As we walk through the day aware of his goodness, we recognize his good works all around us. Continue reading →

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New Songs

Posted on July 4, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Old songs should be cherished and sung and passed on to the next generation; Yet, like the psalmist, we should also look for the ongoing work of God in our lives that will produce new songs. Continue reading →

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With All His Heart, Soul and Strength

Posted on July 3, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Josiah called for a return to Torah—a return to the covenant God had made with his people. He had the unique distinction of being a ruler who turned to the LORD “with all his heart and with all his soul and with all his strength.” Continue reading →

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A Strong Tower

Posted on July 2, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 2 A Strong Tower Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 143:7-12; 2 Kings 20:2-22:2; Acts 21:17-36; Proverbs 18:9-10 Today’s Scripture Focus:  Proverbs 18:10 “The Name of the Lord is a strong tower;  the righteous run to it and are safe” (Proverbs … Continue reading →

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Open Your Eyes, Lord

Posted on July 1, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

July 1 Open Your Eyes, Lord Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 143:1-6; 2 Kings 18:13-19:37; Acts 21:1-16; Proverbs 18:8 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Kings 19 Hezekiah received the letter from the messengers and read it. Then he went up to the … Continue reading →

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Reckless Abandon

Posted on June 30, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul may be uncertain about his future, but he is clear about his calling and purpose in life. He senses that the Holy Spirit is preparing him for prison and hardships in the days to come. Would this deter him from his task? Not at all! It seems to only intensify his passion for his God given calling to preaching the gospel. Continue reading →

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Hear Me When I Call

Posted on June 29, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

June 29 Hear Me When I Call Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 141:1-10; 2 Kings 15:1-16:20; Acts 19:13-41; Proverbs 18:4-5 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalms 141 I call to you, LORD, come quickly to me; hear me when I call to you. … Continue reading →

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