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.

What Jesus Teaches Us About Love

Posted on December 24, 2015 by Jeff Block

So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of … Continue reading →

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Christmas in the Music: Behold the Savior

Posted on December 23, 2015 by Jeff Block

Behold the Savior By Meredith Andrews (album link) Oh what innocence Sleeping in a manger under dreamless skies See the newborn King, Trading every glory for a silent night Here is the promise we have waited for. He will not leave us … Continue reading →

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Christmas in the Music: Everything Changed

Posted on December 22, 2015 by Jeff Block

I debated whether or not to mix anything into the “What the Christmas Story teaches us about Christ” series I’m working on for Christmas this year — see Joseph, Mary, Simeon and Anna so far. I’ve resisted the entire last week. … Continue reading →

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What Simeon and Anna Teach Us About Hope

Posted on December 21, 2015 by Jeff Block

“We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope that enters into the inner place behind the curtain, where Jesus has gone as a forerunner on our behalf, having become a high priest forever.” (Hebrews … Continue reading →

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What Mary Teaches Us About Worship

Posted on December 18, 2015 by Jeff Block

“My soul magnifies the Lord, And my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, For he has looked on the humble estate of his servant. For behold, from now on all generations will call me blessed; For he who is mighty … Continue reading →

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What Joseph Teaches Us About Poverty

Posted on December 14, 2015 by Jeff Block

My wife’s favorite Christian music artist is Todd Agnew. And I have to say that I absolutely love his music too. His songs are clearly written from a preacher’s heart, draw deeply from Scripture, and therefore paint vivid lyrical pictures … Continue reading →

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