Monthly Archives: August 2023

Jesus “wow” me!

Posted on August 24, 2023 by Steve Simms

The Lord “wows” me! Be ever “wowed” by Jesus,This Jesus who God raised to life!This Jesus who is now everywhere!This Jesus who is the Lord and the Christ,The Creator in human flesh!This Jesus who is seatedAt the right hand of … Continue reading →

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Stephen’s “safe” job

Posted on August 24, 2023 by Steve Simms

Stephen, one of the first Christ-followers, was appointed to a safe job — waiting on tables and serving widows. Then Christ’s original disciples laid their hands on him and prayed over him. Stephen, however, didn’t blandly stay in his assigned … Continue reading →

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Here’s a heads-up. Jesus wants to head up His body. (Let Him be the Conductor.)

Posted on August 23, 2023 by Steve Simms

The Spirit will demonstrate the Word in our midst if we let Him. Dare to grow with Jesus beyond the religious status quo. According to the Bible, Jesus is supposed to head something up (to be the CEO) of something … Continue reading →

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I’m a motivated guy. Here’s why!

Posted on August 22, 2023 by Steve Simms

The greatest signs and wonders are changed human hearts. If God’s other miracles don’t cut to the heart and release an ongoing sense of awe among us and within us, we’ve missed the marvel. Every day my heart is strangely … Continue reading →

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Ten movies that move my heart

Posted on August 22, 2023 by Steve Simms
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Is church the “that” that Peter was talking about in Acts 2?

Posted on August 21, 2023 by Steve Simms

Here’s an honest question to ask in church: “Is this that?” On the day of Pentecost Peter proclaimed: “This is that which was spoken of by the prophet Joel, ‘In the last days, God says, I will pour out my … Continue reading →

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When I write, I bask in the freedom of joyous expression

Posted on August 21, 2023 by Steve Simms

In a world shut down by the pressures of conformity and compliance, I find writing to be a glorious opportunity to fully, humbly, and honestly open my heart. When I write I bask in the freedom of joyous expression and … Continue reading →

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The biggest identity problem

Posted on August 20, 2023 by Steve Simms

The biggest identity problem is the inability to identify Jesus. He’s with “the least of these,” but we don’t recognize Him. He’s present when we gather in His name, but we overlook His reality. He’s knocking on the door of … Continue reading →

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What I love about where I live isn’t location dependent

Posted on August 20, 2023 by Steve Simms

What I love about where I live isn’t location dependent. I find it everywhere I go. I love the beauty where I live but when I travel, it shows up along the way and in every place that I visit … Continue reading →

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All in with awe

Posted on August 19, 2023 by Steve Simms

I’m all in with awe. It’s a positive emotion that blows my mind, transcends my comprehension, and keeps me in a state of wonder, ponder, and gratitude. When I am in awe, I find great beauty and astonishment both in … Continue reading →

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