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Jesus continually bedazzles me!

Posted on December 8, 2019 by Steve Simms

Jesus continually bedazzles me, His glory shimmering within, Dancing and singing in my soul. Jesus dazzles the beholder. “Behold the Lamb of God!” Beauty can dazzle the eye, but Christ dazzles the heart! Jesus Christ wants to shimmer, shine, and … Continue reading →

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When people say, “The end justifies the means,” it’s usually because their “means” have become mean.

Posted on December 8, 2019 by Steve Simms

Human life has a splendor, but if we fail to see it within us, it’s hard to see it in anyone else. Check out my book about kindness. Search Amazon for: Off the RACE Track–From Color-Blind to Color-Kind.

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The Phenomenal (Not Nominal) Christian Life

Posted on December 7, 2019 by Steve Simms

The Bible specifically says that we should avoid “having a form of godliness” without the actual power of God. It challenges us to be phenomenal Christians, not nominal ones. Biblical Christianity isn’t a one-time declaration of self-identity, but a supernatural … Continue reading →

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Unity in the body of Christ (ekklesia) must include racial diversity, respect, & equality

Posted on December 6, 2019 by Steve Simms

There is much conversation about unity in the body of Christ and that’s a very important, biblical concept. In fact, the idea comes from Jesus, Himself, and from His prayer in John 17, where He prays that His followers be … Continue reading →

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Every Christ-follower has a “salvation testimony” to share

Posted on December 6, 2019 by Steve Simms

The most amazing transformation stories are people changed from the inside out, by the risen Jesus! Let those testimonies be told! Much of God’s work is within people. If they aren’t trained and released to testify, their experience with Jesus … Continue reading →

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Preaching so that people can connect with & obey the risen Jesus

Posted on December 6, 2019 by Steve Simms

The purpose of preaching is more than just proclamation. It is introducing people to the risen Jesus, so that they can begin to listen to and obey Him. Early Christians didn’t use preaching to make people dependent on a preacher, … Continue reading →

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Have explanations destroyed the fun & mystery of Western Christianity?

Posted on December 3, 2019 by Steve Simms

Life is full of wonders and mysteries that make us say “Wow!” If you’re not frequently saying a heart-felt “Wow!” you’re missing a lot! I do illusions, but don’t share their secrets. Explanations destroy their fun and mystery. That’s happened … Continue reading →

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Human nature or Holy Spirit — the choice is ours

Posted on December 3, 2019 by Steve Simms

Christ offers an alternative to our human nature — to live His life in and thru us. Thus we can live by the flesh or by the Spirit. Christians are called to overcome their sin, not to settle in with … Continue reading →

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Go beyond religious explanations & begin to enjoy Jesus!

Posted on December 3, 2019 by Steve Simms

Christ can be explained to the mind, but to daily experience Him requires a surrendered and obedient heart. A closed heart has little perception of God’s glorious light. It is a deception to believe that you can’t be deceived. Scholasticism … Continue reading →

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Minds need filters . . .

Posted on November 30, 2019 by Steve Simms

An unfiltered mind is a murky mixture of good and evil. Be a filter. My mind works better when I use my inner filter to keep spam, profanity, disrespect, anger, hate and other disruptive thoughts out. Keep wrongful thoughts out … Continue reading →

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