Category Archives: Christianity

Christ is not just comfort in a crisis, but a wake-up call crying out in your complacency!

Posted on February 11, 2012 by Steve Simms

Christ is not just comfort in a crisis, but a wake-up call crying out in your complacency! Every now and then I think about the by and by, but I prefer to focus on the here and now.  We can … Continue reading →

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The Legitimate Reason For Rejecting Christ

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Steve Simms

There are two ways to reject Jesus Christ.  The first is verbal and direct — to openly declare your disbelief.  The second way is more subtle — to reject Christ by the way you live your life, even though you … 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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I Disagree! — Dissent On Super Bowl Sunday

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Steve Simms

In contemporary America dissent has been defined as hatred and hushed.  On this Super Bowl Sunday, 2012, I lovingly disagree!  (If two people agree, or pretend to agree, on everything; at least one of them is intentionally being politically correct.) … Continue reading →

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I Bought A Book Of Strong, Shocking Statements At Dollar Tree

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Steve Simms

I bought a book of strong, shocking statements at Dollar Tree (not Chick-Fil-A).   It was written by David Kupelian.  Here are some quotes from the book: “Having turned our backs on Judeo-Christian morality and the inner conscience that testifies to … Continue reading →

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What The Church Can Learn From Romney’s “Not Concerned About The Very Poor” Goof

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Steve Simms

Is there a lesson that the church can learn from Mitt Romney’s statement:  “I’m not concerned about the very poor,”?  Perhaps. *  The outrage that has been demonstrated by Romney’s words shows that there is a belief that the living … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Boredom In Church

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Steve Simms

Church is considered to be boring by many millions of people. Meanwhile, the Super Bowl is considered to be one of the most exciting annual events in the USA. Why? Let’s think about it . . . What if every … Continue reading →

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What The Church Can Learn From The Super Bowl

Posted on January 31, 2012 by Steve Simms

It is Super Bowl Week.  I just read an article about what people would give up to watch the Super Bowl.  Here’s an excerpt: “What exactly would you be willing to miss to be able to attend the big game … Continue reading →

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What Western Religion And Atheism Have In Common

Posted on January 28, 2012 by Steve Simms

There is a popular video on youtube called:  Why I Hate Religion But Love Jesus.  In its first two weeks, it has been viewed more than 17 million times.  So why would a lover of Jesus hate religion?  Perhaps it … Continue reading →

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The Most Significant Big Bang

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Steve Simms

What was the most significant Big Bang In the history of the universe? The sound of the hammer Driving the nails Into the hands and feet Of the Son of God! Bang . . . Bang . . . Bang … Continue reading →

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