Category Archives: Spirit-led

I’ve Been Working on Courageous Obedience

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Steve Simms

Throughout the centuries the institutional model of Christianity has tended to imply that people can collect enough religious sentiment and Bible information on Sunday morning to carry them through the week. However, the Bible says that God’s “mercies begin afresh … Continue reading →

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The Hardest Personal Goal

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Steve Simms

Walk in the Spirit The risen JesusIs living in meBut we don’t seeEye to eye.We often disagree.He wants to lead me,But I want to be freeTo do what I wantWhenever I want.He calls me to dieTo my own desiresAnd that … Continue reading →

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This Changes My Mind Throughout Each Day

Posted on October 3, 2024 by Steve Simms

My mind is being changed every day. The more I listen and the more I humbly obey, the more my mind grows in its ability to think beyond my own desires, feelings, and opinions. My most important listening isn’t hearing … Continue reading →

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The Daily Habit of a Funny Way of Walking

Posted on August 27, 2024 by Steve Simms

I have developed the daily habit of an unusual way of walking. It isn’t very popular and looks rather odd, but it sure improves my life and fills me with peace and joy. Let me tell you about it. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Beyond Religion and Beyond Church

Posted on May 27, 2024 by Steve Simms

Rather than following religious rules, leaders, hierarchy, or organizations, I strive to follow and obey the risen Jesus Christ. I listen to His still, small voice in my heart. I actively resist my own desires, feelings, and opinions so I … Continue reading →

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Holy Spirit Led Zooming

Posted on March 19, 2024 by Steve Simms

I would love to do more Holy Spirit Led Zooming every day! I love to gather with a few people and let God’s Spirit lead our interaction. If you want to do some Spirit-led Zooming with me, leave a comment … Continue reading →

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I’m nostalgic for Spirit-led Christianity

Posted on December 31, 2023 by Steve Simms

The Bible never says that Christians should listen to a weekly sermon. Religious tradition does. I’m nostalgic for the following things that the Bible says that Christians should do: These things flow from supernatural revelation, not from human abilities. Spiritual … Continue reading →

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The hard decision to be Christ-led

Posted on November 28, 2023 by Steve Simms

Christianity is about being Christ-led throughout each day. That’s a hard decision to make every day, but I’ve found that it is infinitely more than worth it! It’s especially hard to be Christ-led if you act like Jesus is dead … Continue reading →

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Spirit-led speaking isn’t scripted

Posted on November 27, 2023 by Steve Simms

Jesus told His disciples: “Whenever you are arrested and brought to trial, do not worry beforehand about what to say. Just say whatever is given you at the time, for it is not you speaking but the Holy Spirit.” As … Continue reading →

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A Spirit-led week (isn’t weak)

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Steve Simms

My ideal week is to be Spirit-led. It is to go where Jesus prompts me to go and to do what He prompts me to do. I’ve never achieved such a perfect week but that’s always my goal. I have … Continue reading →

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