Category Archives: in step with the Spirit

The first two people chose to ignore God’s initiative.

Posted on June 9, 2023 by Steve Simms

In the Bible the first two people choose human analysis and their own initiative instead of trust in and obedience to God. Not much has changed. Unless we begin to notice and follow the initiatives of God’s Spirit we may … Continue reading →

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Jesus was glorified by interruptions!

Posted on February 3, 2023 by Steve Simms

Many of Jesus’ teachings, healings, and miracles were in response to interruptions. Perhaps by shutting down interruptions churches shut down Jesus. Roof altering (miracle manifesting) interruptions? (See Luke 5:17-26.) History shows that an eruption of revival and spiritual awakening will … Continue reading →

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It’s much easier to hear God than to obey Him!

Posted on September 30, 2017 by Steve Simms

When you can’t figure everything out, perhaps all you need to do is to notice and follow the inner guidance of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit can direct you in miraculous ways if you pay attention to and obey His gentle … Continue reading →

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Going (gone) with the wind of the Spirit . . .

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Steve Simms

A church cannot program the Holy Spirit. So why do we try? Why do we try to direct the Holy Spirit when we gather for worship, rather than humbly allowing the Spirit to direct us? The Spirit is free like … Continue reading →

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“The Award For The Best Leading Actor Goes To . . .”

Posted on April 27, 2015 by Steve Simms

The leading actor plays the largest role in a film, TV show, or play. In the New Testament, the Holy Spirit is the Leading Actor. He gets the Oscar! So why do we confine such an amazing Leading Actor as the … Continue reading →

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