Tag Archives: God’s Wisdom

Dogmatic Rank and the Quest for Christian Maturity

Posted on July 18, 2019 by Jeff Block

All theology is important, but not all theology is of the same importance. Words to live by! I’m not sure who originally said them in that exact form. But when I search on the phrase, two of the first three … Continue reading →

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Only the Empty will be Full

Posted on September 4, 2017 by Jeff Block

A sermon manuscript on Luke 18:9-30, prepared for Life Bridge Community Church (recorded audio | sermon notes) Introduction A few years back, I wanted to put together a special dinner for my wife Faith for her birthday. I had dinner planned, … Continue reading →

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Honoring God in Counseling Others

Posted on October 19, 2015 by Jeff Block

Like everybody else this side of the Garden of Eden, I have a serious sin problem. One of my particularly well-traveled sinful paths is an arrogant pride that can far too often be harsh and unfairly critical of others. God has been working on … Continue reading →

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Anticipating Judgment

Posted on August 18, 2015 by Jeff Block

Then I saw in the right hand of him who was seated on the throne a scroll written within and on the back, sealed with seven seals. And I saw a mighty angel proclaiming with a loud voice, “Who is … Continue reading →

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Rejoice, roar, exult, and sing!

Posted on March 15, 2015 by Jeff Block

Psalm 96 ESV Sing to the Lord a new song;     sing to the Lord, all the earth! Sing to the Lord, bless his name;     tell of his salvation from day to day. Declare his glory among the nations,     his marvelous … Continue reading →

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Come and Worship… Do not be afraid!

Posted on November 24, 2013 by Jeff Block

Yesterday I spent the bulk of the day with members of my small group helping one of our members clean out his mother’s home. She was kindof a hoarder, had given up housekeeping, and her son and his wife had … Continue reading →

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