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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.

Even When We Don’t Know Where We Are Going

Posted on November 12, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 12 Even When We Don’t Know Where We Are Going  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:169-176 | Ezekiel 24:1-26:21 | Hebrews 11:1-16 | Proverbs 27:14 Today’s Scripture Focus: Hebrews 11:1-16 By faith, Abraham . . . obeyed and went, even … Continue reading →

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Spurs of Encouragement

Posted on November 11, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 11 Spurs of Encouragement Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:161-168 | Ezekiel 23:1-49 | Hebrews 10:18-39 | Proverbs 27:13 Today’s Scripture Focus: Hebrews 10:18-39 Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. [24] … Continue reading →

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Standing in the Gap

Posted on November 10, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 10 Standing in the Gap  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:153-160 | Ezekiel 21:1-22:31 | Hebrews 10:1-17 | Proverbs 27:12 Today’s Scripture Focus: Ezekiel 21:1-22:31 I looked for a man among them who would build up the wall and stand … Continue reading →

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Once For All

Posted on November 9, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 9 Once For All  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:145-152 | Ezekiel 20:1-49 | Hebrews 9:11-28 | Proverbs 27:11 Today’s Scripture Focus: Hebrews 9:11-28 So Christ was sacrificed once to take away the sins of many; and he will appear … Continue reading →

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Unlimited Access

Posted on November 8, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 8 Unlimited Access Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:137-144 | Ezekiel 18:12-19:14 | Hebrews 9:1-10 | Proverbs 27:10 Today’s Scripture Focus: Hebrews 9:1-10 Such preparations having been made, the priests go continually into the first tent to carry out their … Continue reading →

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Panting for His Commands

Posted on November 7, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 7 Panting for His Commands  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:129-136 | Ezekiel 16:43-17:24 | Hebrews 8:1-13 | Proverbs 27:7-9 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 119:129-136 I open my mouth and pant, longing for your commands (Psalm 119:131 NIV). The psalmist … Continue reading →

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Your Most Important Prayer Partner

Posted on November 6, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 6 Your Most Important Prayer Partner Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:121-128 | Ezekiel 14:12-16:42 | Hebrews 7:18-28 | Proverbs 27:4-6 Today’s Scripture Focus: Hebrews 7:18-28 Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, … Continue reading →

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Words of Hope

Posted on November 5, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 5 Words of Hope  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:113-120 | Ezekiel 12:1-14:11 | Hebrews 7:1-17 | Proverbs 27:3 Today’s Scripture Focus: Psalm 119:113-120 “You are my hiding place and my shield; I hope in your word” (Psalm 119:114 NIV). … Continue reading →

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Sanctuary

Posted on November 4, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 4 Sanctuary  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:105-112 | Ezekiel 10:1-11:25 | Hebrews 6:1-20 | Proverbs 27:1-2 Today’s Scripture Focus: Ezekiel 10:1-11:25 “Therefore say: ‘This is what the Sovereign Lord says: Although I sent them far away among the nations … Continue reading →

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Growing Up or Growing Old

Posted on November 3, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

November 3 Growing Up or Growing Old?  Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalm 119:97-104 | Ezekiel 7:1-9:11 | Hebrews 5:1-14 | Proverbs 26:28 Today’s Scripture Focus: Hebrews 5:1-14 “We have much to say about this, but it is hard to explain because … Continue reading →

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