Author Archives: Jeff Block

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About Jeff Block

Lover and follower of Jesus, the long awaited King. Husband and father. Pastor, writer, and engineer. Learning how to be Found in Jesus, and helping others to do the same.

Remember the poor, and honor God

Posted on January 13, 2016 by Jeff Block

Whoever oppresses a poor man insults his Maker, but he who is generous to the needy honors Him. (Proverbs 14:31) Jesus said there will always be those who are poor (Matthew 26:11). He insisted that we should invite the poor to our … Continue reading →

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Uniquely Testifying to the Light

Posted on January 11, 2016 by Jeff Block

There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. He came as a witness, to bear witness about the light, that all might believe through him. He was not the light, but came to bear witness about the … Continue reading →

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What are Spiritual Gifts?

Posted on January 10, 2016 by Jeff Block

“To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.” (1 Corinthians 12:7) A Christian is a person who — by God’s sovereign choice and that person’s willful invitation — has been rescued by God from the domain of darkness … Continue reading →

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Embrace contentment, and be strong

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Jeff Block

A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh, but envy makes the bones rot. (Proverbs 14:30) Peace is hard to come by, especially in our modern gadget-laden, overstimulated lives. We work hard, run fast, and claw and scrape for more of … Continue reading →

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Slow down, and be wise

Posted on January 7, 2016 by Jeff Block

Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly. (Proverbs 14:29) Wisdom leads us to speak less and listen more, and to react slowly to what we hear. We must not be too quick to react … Continue reading →

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Satisfaction Guaranteed

Posted on January 5, 2016 by Jeff Block

The righteous has enough to satisfy his appetite, but the belly of the wicked suffers want. (Proverbs 13:25) According to Solomon (who probably wrote the Book of Proverbs in the Old Testament), the righteous will always be satisfied. Really? That sounds … Continue reading →

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