Category Archives: praying together

Tears of Tender Gratitude

Posted on March 18, 2024 by Steve Simms

The best compliment I have ever received has come as tears of tender gratitude. My wife, Ernie, and I love to pray with and for people. As we pray out loud for people, we feel God’s love for them (even … Continue reading →

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Talking to Jesus (I do it day and night)

Posted on December 2, 2023 by Steve Simms

Talking to Jesus will change your perspective and give you hope. Talking to the risen Jesus is a beautiful way of life. It’s not just for emergencies. When people humbly and honestly talk to Jesus together they become connected heart-to-heart. … Continue reading →

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Praying with diverse Christ-followers

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Steve Simms

My wife and I have for years have been praying heart-to-heart with diverse Christ-followers (from various churches and even those who are done with traditional church). On the phone, online, or in person, we meet with one or more other … Continue reading →

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Colorful race adventures

Posted on November 19, 2018 by Steve Simms

This Thanksgiving Day I am thankful for my interracial adventures and my new book about them. Read about my adventures crossing the color-line: * selling black history books door-to-door in a race riot; * getting a haircut from Oprah’s dad; … Continue reading →

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The Jesus-Serenity Prayer

Posted on August 27, 2017 by Steve Simms

The Jesus-Serenity Prayer: God, grant me the serenity that comes from the risen Jesus Christ, the courage to daily follow and obey Him, and the wisdom to make a difference. Serenity is nice. Jesus-serenity is astounding!

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