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.

Step 4: Cast the Vision

Posted on September 5, 2006 by Jeff Block

Having recovered from a weekend of BBQ bloodlust, I’m ready to resume our discussion about winning the war on terror.  The fourth step in this process is for our leadership to clearly and simply articulate the vision. What are we … Continue reading →

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Step 3: Pray

Posted on September 1, 2006 by Jeff Block

With step 3 (in our discussion of how to win the war on terror in 10 steps), we turn from discussing long term strategic plans to more immediate tactical advice I would give (in all my infinite military experience) to … Continue reading →

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What is a Neo-Con?

Posted on August 31, 2006 by Jeff Block

I’ve been referred to as a “neo-con” recently (looks at Brad Bull), and that got me to thinking, “Am I a neo-con?”  So, I thought I’d throw this out as a light pallet-cleanser before switching from longer-term war strategies to … Continue reading →

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Step 2: Better Intelligence

Posted on August 29, 2006 by Jeff Block

The second very important, very difficult, very long-term step in defeating the incredibly dangerous enemy we face as a nation is to seriously beef up intelligence.  And even though many (including President Bush) tout technology all day long as the answer … Continue reading →

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Step 1: Alternative Fuels

Posted on August 28, 2006 by Jeff Block

The first thing we need to do to win the war on terror is to dramatically reduce our dependence on oil.  We should have been addressing this problem decades ago, and we definitely should have been dealing with it since 9-11, … Continue reading →

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How to Win the War on Terror in 10 Incredibily Difficult Steps

Posted on August 27, 2006 by Jeff Block

This is the cover letter for my new series of ten posts…  How to Win the War on Terror in 10 Easy Incredibly Difficult Steps.  I’m not a seer.  Not a general.  Haven’t even read SunTzu’s “The Art of War“.  … Continue reading →

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