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Did The Apostles’ Decision Demolish The Church In Jerusalem?

Posted on March 7, 2011 by Steve Simms

After Pentecost the church in Jerusalem quickly grew into a mega church with at least 5,000 men (Acts 4:4) plus thousands of women and children. The Apostles were daily distributing food to widows, but some people began to complain because they … Continue reading →

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Do Churches Confine Christianity To Ear Relevance?

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Steve Simms

Have churches confined Christianity to ear relevance? Have we turned our faith into a collection of religious ideas that we listen to on Sunday mornings rather than a lifestyle of interaction with and obedience to our living Savior? Are we hearers of the word … Continue reading →

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The Power Of Fasting

Posted on February 18, 2011 by Steve Simms

Fasting is going without food in order to focus on seeking God through prayer. Spiritual power is released through fasting. Jesus said that some deliverance only comes “by prayer and fasting.” Fasting is the active and intentional denial of our body’s desire for food. … Continue reading →

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Accepting Black History Into American History

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Steve Simms

Some people say that we shouldn’t talk about black history in the USA, just American history. That is a worthy goal — a color blind history where all people are equal. The only problem is that when we honestly look … Continue reading →

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Did The Apostles’ Decision Demolish The Church In Jerusalem?

Do Churches Confine Christianity To Ear Relevance?

The Power Of Fasting

Accepting Black History Into American History

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