Category Archives: legalism

Experiencing Christ Beyond Religious Legalism

Posted on October 6, 2026 by Steve Simms

Studying, analyzing, and trying to explain God’s law doesn’t produce life. The Bible says that it produces death. Jesus calls us beyond a legalistic approach that tries to understand God, systematize and rationalize theology, and institutionalize faith. Instead, He offers … Continue reading →

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The Subconscious Law Against Pure Joy

Posted on February 12, 2026 by Steve Simms

Little children experience pure joy. You can see true happiness shining on their faces as they spontaneously play. Yet as we grow toward adulthood that joy is slowly toned down until it is mostly lost. It’s as if there is … Continue reading →

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