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What in the world does God want?

Posted on August 19, 2015 by Steve Simms

How can we know what God wants? 1) By God’s Spirit showing us through the Bible; 2) By God’s Spirit speaking directly to our heart; 3) By humbling ourselves and laying down our traditions, desires, opinions, fears, patriotism, pride, intellectualism, … Continue reading →

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How To Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day . . .

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Steve Simms

According to his own words, here’s the best way to celebrate Patrick, the mighty man of God who brought Christ to Ireland and transformed a nation: 1) See your sins in the Light, experience godly sorrow for them, then go … Continue reading →

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Acting Out Acts — Sound Bites From The First Christians . . .

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Steve Simms

“Filled with awe . . .” “Filled with wonder and amazement . . .” “As for us, we cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard.” “Performing many signs and wonders among the people.” “We must obey God … Continue reading →

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A Type Of Christianity That’s More Exciting Than Sports, Rock Concerts, & Parties Put Together!

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Steve Simms

For me, the most amazing book in the Bible is the book of Acts. It is full of action and advancement of the Good News about Jesus Christ. Acts shows the early followers of Jesus, unlike the Christians of today, … Continue reading →

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Many Voices Are Stalking You, Seducing You . . .

Posted on January 7, 2012 by Steve Simms

Life has given us free will, the ability and freedom to make choices (its pro choice). Yet many voices are after you, stalking you, seducing you, competing for your choices. * The loud voice of desire boldly booms the proclamation: … Continue reading →

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What in the world does God want?

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Acting Out Acts — Sound Bites From The First Christians . . .

A Type Of Christianity That’s More Exciting Than Sports, Rock Concerts, & Parties Put Together!

Many Voices Are Stalking You, Seducing You . . .

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