Category Archives: great awakening

I Want to Be This Character

Posted on April 7, 2026 by Steve Simms

There’s a character I want to be. That character is described in a book that inspires and thrills me. I try to model the lifestyle of that character every single day. That character is described as a faithful follower of … Continue reading →

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I love websites that teach and demonstrate true greatness.

Posted on November 1, 2024 by Steve Simms

My favorite websites are those that teach and demonstrate where true greatness comes from. Greatness is a rare find. Greatness comes through: * Love not disdain (Speak the truth in love.), * Joy not negativity (Delight in the gift of … Continue reading →

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The Quality I Value Most in a Friend is True Greatness

Posted on May 28, 2024 by Steve Simms

Making People Great There’s nothing great About trying to create Anger and hate. There’s nothing great About wanting to escalate Confusion and misunderstanding.There’s nothing great About working to aggravateAnd berate. There’s nothing great When your main trait Is wanting to … Continue reading →

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Cold hearts need to be warmed

Posted on December 12, 2023 by Steve Simms

God’s living wordIs a roaring fireTo ever igniteAnd brightly blazeIn broken human hearts,Not a religious talkAbout doing rightOr a creed to reciteOnce a week. Always rememberTo fan the embersAnd feed the fireSo God’s flameCan flourishIn your heart. Studying about GodWithout … Continue reading →

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Church’s rubber duckies . . .

Posted on February 25, 2023 by Steve Simms

Stop playing with church’s rubber duckies. Instead, let Jesus’ rivers of living water flow from deep within you. It’s time to stop being bored with church! If you aren’t experiencing the risen Jesus in the service, go and find Him … Continue reading →

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Asbury shows that many people want Jesus instead of religious talks and programs!

Posted on February 17, 2023 by Steve Simms

What’s up at Asbury? Jesus is being continually lifted up and allowed to lead. The awe of His presence has filled the room and is overflowing around the world. Look how thousands of people are showing up as Asbury University … Continue reading →

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Insight from the Asbury awakening 2023

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Steve Simms

God wants to free upSit down and listenChurch attendeesTo stand upAnd freely expressTheir love for Jesus! You don’t needTo go anywhereOr attend anythingTo experienceChrist in you. Whether you were at AsburyOr not,Jesus stillWants youTo surrenderTo His willSo He can fillAnd … Continue reading →

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Revival revs up the body of Christ

Posted on February 14, 2023 by Steve Simms

In revival we begin to see beyond our eyes, hear beyond our ears, and understand beyond our comprehension. People 1) Behold the Lamb of God, 2) Surrender to His authority, and 3) Begin to be led by His Spirit. Revival … Continue reading →

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The ongoing Jesus-led gathering at Asbury University

Posted on February 13, 2023 by Steve Simms

A huge Jesus-led gathering has been going nonstop at Asbury University in Wilmore, Kentucky for days! I’m so glad I got to be there for a while! On February 11 and 12 I was at the Asbury Revival. Here are … Continue reading →

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If you don’t want to wake up, don’t obey 2 Chronicles 7:14

Posted on December 9, 2022 by Steve Simms

God has much more of His presence and power that He wants to give you right now. All that’s required is that you surrender to His will and continually cry out for His help. In 2 Chronicles 7:14 God states … Continue reading →

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