Category Archives: testifying

I’d dump my fear

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Steve Simms

If I could change one thing about myself, I’d dump my fear and intimidation of personally talking to people about Jesus. I’m bold in talking about Jesus with my blog and my Facebook page, but when it comes to talking … Continue reading →

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To share Christ’s good news, it’s necessary to use words.

Posted on November 1, 2023 by Steve Simms

If you love Jesus, it’s necessary to use words and to tell people. Your silence keeps them in the dark about where you stand with Him! If Jesus has done anything in you or for you, tell it! Don’t let … Continue reading →

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A Night to Testify

Posted on August 27, 2023 by Steve Simms

Last night a group of people gathered around a little stage where Johnny Cash used to sing in the tiny town of Bon Aqua, Tennessee. As we surrendered to Christ’s Headship and began to come to the mic and testify … Continue reading →

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Power to be a strong witness

Posted on August 15, 2023 by Steve Simms

The inner fitnessTo be Christ’s witnessIs released within peopleWho obey the promptingsOf the Holy Spirit. There’s an inner power flowThat lets people knowThat the risen JesusMakes His followers growTo be and to live like Him.Without that inner flowWe can’t an … Continue reading →

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Defy the devil & testify with “e-pistles”

Posted on May 29, 2022 by Steve Simms

God has usedThe Bible epistlesTo remove thistlesAnd gristleFrom my heartAnd now I whistleWith joy. The 1st century Christ-followers overcame the devil “by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony; and they loved not their lives … Continue reading →

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God wants to haul away your trash

Posted on October 2, 2018 by Steve Simms

God’s always working in each of our lives, however, we often have no idea what He is doing. He wants to haul away the trash from our life, but too often we are unwilling to take to it the curb. … Continue reading →

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A “Jesus 12” testimony time

Posted on April 1, 2018 by Steve Simms

I grew up passively watching TV and learning by quietly listening to lectures. However, technology has transitioned our culture from passive listening to active involvement. Perhaps we’re catching up with Benjamin Franklin who is often quoted as saying: “Tell me … Continue reading →

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A Problem In Participatory/Organic Church — Someone Repeatedly Talking Too Much

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Steve Simms

One potential problem in participatory church is one person taking too much time by repeatedly talking too much and drawing attention to herself/himself.  This can be a major distraction in a meeting and can hinder what God wants to do. … Continue reading →

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1 Man Can’t Reflect The Body Of Christ — It Takes A Village

Posted on September 25, 2014 by Steve Simms

1 man can’t reflect the body of Christ.  That takes a village. Christ-followers are puzzle pieces, each picturing a particular part of Christ. When a group gathers and each person present is allowed to openly participate and share his/her part, … Continue reading →

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Themes For Special Sundays

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Steve Simms

Some Creative Church-Themes For Special Sundays * Sermon Quiz Sunday (a quiz on the past 5 sermons). * Scripture Sunday (everybody shares a favorite Bible verse). * Physical Healing Sunday (people pray over each other to be healed). * Confession … Continue reading →

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