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.

I’m Going to Uganda!

Posted on January 14, 2017 by Jeff Block

As you probably know, I have been in seminary at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (TEDS) pursuing my Masters in Divinity for the last couple of years. Although we are not exactly sure where or to what God is calling us … Continue reading →

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Death, Faith and the Christian Life

Posted on January 8, 2017 by Jeff Block

A sermon manuscript on Galatians 2:20, prepared for Life Bridge Community Church (recorded audio | sermon notes) Introduction Who here loves to camp? My wife and son like to camp and I have many friends who like to camp, but I have … Continue reading →

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God’s Goodness vs Seeking Safety

Posted on January 5, 2017 by Jeff Block

Should we actively avoid suffering? (Question 6 of 8 in the Goodness of God series) No matter how much we might understand, intellectually, that suffering in our lives is necessary and good, it’s our instinct to avoid it. We have discussed the ways … Continue reading →

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God Had Other Plans

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Jeff Block

A Scripture Vignette on Romans 1:13 I do not want you to be unaware, brothers, that I have often intended to come to you, but have been thus far prevented, in order that I may reap some harvest among you as … Continue reading →

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Seen Another Way

Posted on December 28, 2016 by Jeff Block

A Scripture Vignette on Acts 8:1-4 Saul approved of [Stephen’s] execution. And there arose on that day a great persecution against the church in Jerusalem, and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles. Devout men buried … Continue reading →

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Consecrating Christmas

Posted on December 26, 2016 by Jeff Block

It’s December 26th … the day after Christmas. And I’m a bit sad. Christmas is my favorite time of year, my favorite holiday, but I have to confess that I didn’t “keep Christmas well” this year (as a converted Ebenezer … Continue reading →

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