Tag Archives: heart-felt worship

I Love Living on Planet Earth

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Steve Simms

There are so many things I love about living on planet earth. I love the beauty that surrounds me. I love the air that I breathe. I love the kindness of strangers and of friends and of strangers who become … Continue reading →

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Music That Overflows from the Heart

Posted on July 6, 2025 by Steve Simms

I love music that overflows from the heart. When people passionately put their whole heart into a song it inspires and touches me deeply, especially when they are openly, freely, and spontaneously expressing deep love and adoration directly to the … Continue reading →

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My Heart-Song Has Grown Stronger!

Posted on December 6, 2024 by Steve Simms

There’s a song in my heart that grows stronger and more joyful every year. It overflows with hope and positive words. The beautiful melodies in my heart strengthen and empower me. I try to unceasingly listen to them and let … Continue reading →

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Who’s really in charge in church?

Posted on March 26, 2023 by Steve Simms

When Jesus is really the Head of His body: When JesusIs the Head,Christians let“Christ in you”Tell them whatTo say and do. When JesusIs the Head,Meetings areSpirit-ledAnd what isDone and saidIs promptedBy His presence. The Bible is like a Jack-in-the-box. When … Continue reading →

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Thoughts about worship / worship is beyond thoughts

Posted on December 23, 2020 by Steve Simms

To hear a talk about worship without expressing adoration to Jesus, misses the point. A Sunday program is a poor substitute for passionate, heart-driven adoration of God. Christian teaching “ascribes” glory to God but heart-felt worship actively adores Him. Worship … Continue reading →

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What If A Beach Party Was Conducted Like A Church Service?

Posted on February 15, 2012 by Steve Simms

On a beautiful, sunny day at the beach, would you rather:  1) Sit with a bunch of dressed up people in benches lined up in perfect rows while you formally sing Beach Boys songs together, then passively hear a less-than-exciting, … Continue reading →

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