Monthly Archives: June 2026

What Happens When Someone Cries?

Posted on June 30, 2026 by Steve Simms

Don’t fear a tear.It often means That Christ is near. Outside of funerals, crying is rarely appreciated or encouraged in church. People are quick to hand a tissue to help a crier tidy up. However, when Christians gather as ekklesia … Continue reading →

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Why is Sunday Morning Still The Most Segregated Hour?

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Steve Simms

Sunday morning is still the most racially and ethnically segregated hour in the world. Why is that? I see two reasons. One is the Christian history of pride, self-righteousness, and love of power. The earliest Christians were full of joy. … Continue reading →

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How to Deconstruct Churchianity

Posted on June 28, 2026 by Steve Simms

.Deconstruction can be dangerous. Religious deconstruction without Spirit-led reconstruction will leave your faith in rubble. To move beyond the authoritarianism of churchianity we need to break free from the chains of self-righteousness and spiritual pride. We need to move away … Continue reading →

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Pride is Life’s Greatest Ride (Is A Myth)

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Steve Simms

I never really believed it, but growing up I was surrounded by the attitude that pride is life’s greatest ride. Adults like to tell children to be proud. “Be proud of yourself. Be proud of your family. Be proud of … Continue reading →

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Mind-Altering Media

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Steve Simms

Media regularly consumed leaves life-altering imprints on the human mind and soul. For better or worse it molds a person mentally, emotionally, and spiritually into its own image. Little by little, day by day, you think, speak, feel, and act … Continue reading →

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What Manus AI Says about Spirit-Led Meetings

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Steve Simms

Communal Meetings for Encouragement and Accountability Steve Simms, through his blog “Free Gas for Your Think Tank,” advocates for a specific model of communal gathering that prioritizes spiritual leading, mutual encouragement, and organic accountability. He refers to these as “Unprogrammed … Continue reading →

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More Truth, Less Lying

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Steve Simms

The truth is lying’s easy. Lying requires no special knowledge, skill, or ability. It comes naturally. There are several types of Lies Which ones do you tell? 1) The intentional lie is when a person knows he is lying and … Continue reading →

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The Language of Faith

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Steve Simms

The language of faith is so much more than words. It’s body language. It speaks through action. It demonstrates its belief in and love for God through consistent acts of kindness and deeds of compassion. It doesn’t just hear a … Continue reading →

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Become More Conscious of Your Conscience

Posted on June 23, 2026 by Steve Simms

To be unconscious of your conscience is to be captured by various cravings and compulsions. Let your conscience guide you beyond rigid rules into conscious awareness of and heart-to-heart connection with the living presence of the risen Jesus Christ. Your … Continue reading →

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I Stay Inspired by the Light

Posted on June 22, 2026 by Steve Simms

“The world cannot accept Him, (the Holy Spirit) because it neither sees Him nor knows Him.” (John 14:15-17) Do you see God the Holy Spirit? Go beyond studying God’s light. Learn to see His light. No matter how much a … Continue reading →

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