Category Archives: Theology

Terrifying, but Good

Posted on January 18, 2016 by Jeff Block

I feel like the theme of the fear of the Lord has been coming up a lot lately in my studies, and I’ve always found it to be a difficult subject. So, I thought I’d write about it. The Bible has quite … 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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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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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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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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