Category Archives: popular Christianity

The Waterdown Name of “Christian”

Posted on November 3, 2024 by Steve Simms

The name Christian came from the ancient Greek term “Christianos” meaning follower of Christ. Today many people claim the name who follow their own opinions, feelings, and desires instead of following and obeying “Christ in you, the hope of glory,” … Continue reading →

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Beyond Easy Listening Christianity

Posted on August 6, 2023 by Steve Simms

Easy listening music is defined as: “a type of music that is not complicated, serious, or difficult.” That sounds like easy listening Christianity. Easy listeningIn a congregationTo a Sunday talkSeldom brings genuineHeart transformation,But personal revelationFrom the risen JesusWill directly changeYour … Continue reading →

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“Lazyanity”–the passive & comfortable Christianity

Posted on December 6, 2022 by Steve Simms

“Lazyanity” falsely believes that Christians stay afloat in life’s raging waves of temptation and corruption without treading water. Jesus is everywhere but instead of seeking and embracing demonstrations of His presence “lazyanity” settles into ceremony and routine. True grace makes … Continue reading →

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“Where in Christendom is the Christian?”—Ralph Waldo Emerson

Posted on June 12, 2022 by Steve Simms

When Jesus prayed,“Your kingdom come,”He wasn’t talkingAbout ChristendomWhere church and stateCompelled all to humIn obligatoryUnison. Finding passionate, heart-felt, Spirit-led Christianity is sometimes like finding Waldo. Ralph Waldo Emerson said: “Where in Christendom is the Christian?” To call the world today … Continue reading →

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Me, Celebrities N Church, & Judgment . . .

Posted on February 11, 2015 by Steve Simms

God can speak through any person present in a church meeting, but we usually limit Him to the parson on the program. There are no celebrities in church. The only name that should be exalted in church meetings is the … Continue reading →

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