Jack Newman

Jack Newman serves as a Content Specialist at American Bible Society. After studying Politics, Philosophy and Economics at Eastern University, Jack settled down in Berwyn, PA with his wife, Stephanie. His interests include lacrosse, coffee, cheeseburgers and cats.

Sign Up Now

Also receive Bible-reading tips, tools and resources.

Thanks for signing up!

December 29th, 2016

Overwhelmed by the New Year? Ground yourself in God’s Word

Jack Newman

In the middle of my 6 th grade year, my family moved from Georgia, where I had grown up, to Delaware. Practically overnight, I exchanged a school filled with beloved friends and childhood memories for a maze of foreign hallways, filled with strange faces (and accents). To my ...

Bible Blog

December 20th, 2016

Discover the Father’s Heart This Christmas

Jack Newman

A few weeks ago, I had an amazing conversation with my daughter Charlie about the biblical heart of Christmas. Full disclosure: Charlie cant talk. Shes only three months old. Still, Ill never forget what she taught me about the love of Christ. Charlie and I were basking in ...

Bible Engager’s Blog

November 17th, 2016

3 Bible Verses to Help You Overcome Feeling Inadequate

Jack Newman

Hi, my name is Jack. I became a dad two months ago and I feel totally inadequate. Alright, that’s not entirely fair. I absolutely love my daughter and these past eight weeks have been some of the happiest of my life. Plus my wife is a rock star. ...

Bible Blog

May 31st, 2016

Bible Verses That Offer Peace When You Need It Most

Jack Newman

Growing up, one of my biggest heroes was Charlie Brown. Yes, Good Ol Charlie Brown—Charles M. Schulzs classic Peanuts character. As a kid, I owned a book of Peanuts cartoons called, My Anxieties Have Anxieties. The title comes from the punch line of a classic strip. With a ...

Bible Blog

April 7th, 2016

Bible Verses to Combat Your Busyness and Fatigue

Jack Newman

“How are you doing?” It’s a simple question, and admittedly a rather vague one. But I find myself posing this question to almost everyone I run into throughout my day—whether it’s coworkers, neighbors or the guy at Dunkin Donuts who makes my coffee. Come to think of ...

Bible Blog

February 12th, 2016

5 Bible Verses to Help Mend a Broken Heart

Jack Newman

Like nearly every holiday, Valentine’s Day is meant to help people celebrate something inherently good. Even as a small child, I remember handing out pink packs of candy to my classmates, reinforcing the value of each friendship in my young mind. But while many friends, families and couples ...

Bible Blog

October 30th, 2015

5 Bible Verses for When You Need a Break from Your Job

Jack Newman

In his 2005 commencement address at Stanford University, Steve Jobs delivered a word of professional advice that has inspired far more people than the 23, 000 who heard his speech in person: “Your work is going to fill a large part of your life…the only way to do great ...

Bible Blog

October 27th, 2015

4 Bible Verses for When You’ve Let Down A Loved One

Jack Newman

If you’ve ever disobeyed a parent, teacher or supervisor, then at some point in your life you’ve probably heard the stinging remark, “I’m not angry with you. I’m just disappointed in you.” Why do comments like this sear our consciences so badly? For some strange reason, we’d rather incite ...

Bible Blog