Category Archives: Quotations

And The Sunday Morning Church Spotlight Shines On . . . ?

Posted on November 5, 2014 by Steve Simms

And the Sunday spotlight shines on . . . ?  In participatory church many people share Scriptures, short teachings, testimonies, prayer requests, gifts of the spirit, words of encouragement, prayers, etc., so no one steals the show and the spotlight … Continue reading →

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Do you smell a skunk in evolutionary theory?

Posted on November 2, 2014 by Steve Simms

A stinky question!  Do you smell a skunk in evolutionary theory? How could time and chance create a skunk with both the ability and instinct to spray saturating stink on its foes? Something about evolutionary theory just doesn’t quite smell … Continue reading →

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People Get Ready There’s A Train A Comin’ — (Get On Board The Revival Train)

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Steve Simms

Some time ago I saw (in my spirit) a mighty revival train rolling and rumbling through Nashville. Since that time, numerous times a week, I have seen (with my natural eyes) rows of the same number repeated 3 or more … Continue reading →

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2-Way Meetings 4 Meeting Jesus’ Top 2 Commandments

Posted on October 28, 2014 by Steve Simms

We need 2-way meetings in order 2 meet Jesus’ Top 2 Commandments: –2-way interaction with God through worship & prayer, and hearing & obeying His voice. –2-way support-group-style interaction with one another through mutual ministry by allowing everyday people to … Continue reading →

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One Good Quote Deserves Another (Moving From Human Control To The Spirit’s Control)

Posted on October 26, 2014 by Steve Simms

Seeing this quote on Facebook & Twitter: UnlikeUnlike · · Share · @jimknaggs on Twitter Jim Knaggs ‏@jimknaggs 18h18 hours ago “When leaders put control into the hands of their people, at all levels, they unlock incalculable potential.” – Dennis … Continue reading →

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Community, Spiritual Combat, & Brain Chemistry

Posted on October 23, 2014 by Steve Simms

Two things that can change your cranium (brain) chemistry:  1) Experiencing church as caring community (like a support group); and 2) Consistent combat against your spiritual enemies. When the church gathers, the Holy Spirit wants to freely circulate among us like … Continue reading →

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The Catherine Booth 4-Part Challenge

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Steve Simms

The Catherine Booth 4-Part Challenge (From her book Papers Practical on Practical Religion.) 1)  Break out of the standardized church pattern imposed by tradition and routine. Catherine Booth said:  “Churches have stereotyped forms, refusing to come down from the routine of … Continue reading →

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Just Say No! (Is that enough?)

Posted on October 17, 2014 by Steve Simms

Just say go!  “Go into all the world and preach the Gospel.” Just say grow!  “You must grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.” Just say lo!  “Lo, I am with you always, even unto the … Continue reading →

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Contemporary Quotes About Demons

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Steve Simms

Are demons (invisible forces that mess with our minds) real? : –Robin Williams said: “The demons are still there. The little voice saying, ‘You’re garbage, you’re nothing, you hear me, yeah’…he’s still there, believe me.” –Nikki Sixx said: “If you … Continue reading →

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The World’s Best Choreographer?

Posted on October 3, 2014 by Steve Simms

Who is the world’s best choreographer? The Holy Spirit! When He is given control, He choreographs participatory church meetings that are out of this world! Choreography is the art or job of precisely arranging sequences of movements of people and/or a series … Continue reading →

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