Tag Archives: Jesus and the Beatitudes

The beatitudinal cycle of prayer

Posted on April 20, 2022 by Steve Simms

I woke up with this thought on my mind today: “For relief beyond belief: Instead of forcing yourself to believe–receive and perceive the presence of Jesus.” I think that’s the key to heart-felt prayer. It freely flows from the risen … Continue reading →

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Present tense proclamation of the risen Jesus

Posted on April 17, 2022 by Steve Simms

We need present tense proclamation. Too many sermons teach Christians to look for Jesus in the past and in the future, but neglect to teach Christians to see, encounter, surrender to, and daily obey the continually risen Jesus in the … Continue reading →

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The “8-p” beati-links taught by Jesus

Posted on November 7, 2021 by Steve Simms

The Beatitudes are a series of life-links–steps that progress toward a life governed by the living God. They were beautifully spoken by Jesus in what is known as The Sermon on the Mount. I call them the beati-links. They’re like … Continue reading →

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