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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.

Worthless Physicians

Posted on August 24, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

There will come a day for encouraging words. There will come a time for advice. There will come a day when words will be welcome. Until then, be there–fully there. Listen. Pray. Be the friend we all need in these difficult times. Continue reading →

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No Easy Answers

Posted on August 23, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We grow up learning the “Sunday school answers” to all of life’s questions. But life’s questions sometimes require more than just a simple answer. They require more than the standard cliches. Especially when we are dealing with the mystery of suffering. Even more so when we are dealing with trying to figure out God’s purpose in our suffering. Continue reading →

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Under His Wings

Posted on August 22, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

It is when life becomes dangerous and hard when protection is needed. It is then that the mother hen gathers her chicks and covers them with her wings. So in our lives, it is in the midst of the trials that God gathers us close and protects us in the refuge of “his wings”. Continue reading →

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Hard Times

Posted on August 21, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

How do we handle unimaginable tragedy? What do we do when our worst nightmares come true? This is the stuff that Job had to deal with. This is the stuff that this book deals with. Continue reading →

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If . . .

Posted on August 20, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Love is the glue that holds the body of Christ together despite the differences of our background, beliefs or experiences. Continue reading →

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Finding Your Place

Posted on August 19, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God has a place of service for you. A place where your passion, experience, and giftedness comes together to meet a need. You are a unique but important piece of the puzzle that will not be complete until you find your place. Continue reading →

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Behind the Scenes

Posted on August 18, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

While the book of Esther never mentions the name of God, his working is seen throughout the book. While God may not be front and center, he is clearly working behind the scenes. Continue reading →

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Time to Celebrate

Posted on August 17, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As we grow in our relationship with Christ, as we walk with him through the trials of life, he produces joy in the most unusual places and at the most unexpected times. As we begin to see his hand at work in our lives, our hearts are filled with joy. Continue reading →

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I Could Sing of Your Love Forever

Posted on August 16, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

God’s love is a roof of protection from the unkind and hateful words and deeds of others. When all the world seems against me, I know that God loves me. Abiding in his love brings healing to the wounds I have suffered. It restores my soul and brings hope. It enables me to come and find rest for my soul. Continue reading →

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All Things to All People

Posted on August 15, 2026 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

We have a message for all ages, for all peoples, for all languages and cultures. Let us seek to understand those we are communicating with, so we can better relate the gospel to them in ways that best communicate the truth. Continue reading →

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