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I’ll Do More Than Hear a Sermon

Posted on November 2, 2025 by Steve Simms

The heart of a worship service shouldn’t be a sermon. “Let the redeemed of the Lord say so.” (Psalm 107:2) Release the overcoming power of people’s testimonies. (Revelation 12:11) I’ll do more than hear a sermonFor a sermon in itselfIs … Continue reading →

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I Dream of Unprogrammed, Unscripted Moments in Church

Posted on January 20, 2025 by Steve Simms

Perhaps it’s not enough to gather to only hear the word of God. Perhaps Christians also need to gather to say and do the word of God as the Spirit prompts them. (James 1:22 & Romans 8:14) Is there a … Continue reading →

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Lazy Passive Religion is Unproductive

Posted on October 16, 2024 by Steve Simms

Something about human nature causes people to not want to deal directly with God. We’d rather sit through a weekly talk about Him (or ignore Him completely). But God wants to move us beyond religious ceremonies (and/or spiritual denial) so … Continue reading →

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