Category Archives: substance of things hoped for

What can we count on in 3 years?

Posted on November 4, 2023 by Steve Simms

In our chaotic, crazy, and cruel world, what can we count on to give us hope that life will be bearable in three years (or thirty-three years)? We can’t count on politicians. They’re a moral mess. We can’t count on … Continue reading →

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The Bible Barney radiated encouragement.

Posted on September 14, 2023 by Steve Simms

The Bible “Barney” was such an encouragement to people that the early Christians gave him the nickname, “Son of Encouragement.” His secret was full surrender to “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” (“Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the … Continue reading →

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Leap-Of-Faith-Based Church Meetings! (Letting everyday people step out in the Spirit.)

Posted on March 5, 2015 by Steve Simms

What if it took faith to attend a church service? (Would a faith-based church meeting even work?) Perhaps now is the time for churches to take a leap of faith and to allow ordinary people to speak out in Sunday … Continue reading →

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