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Christopher Columbus The Salesman

Posted on June 11, 2011 by Steve Simms

Most of us think of Christopher Columbus as a great discoverer, but he was also a master salesperson. Before he could sail, he had to sell. Before he could begin his voyage of discovery that changed the world, he had … Continue reading →

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Where Is The Heart In American Christianity?

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Steve Simms

I wonder, where is heart-moving, life-changing Christianity in America? I hear the preaching, the teaching, the doctrines, the creeds; but where is the passion to follow and obey Jesus every day? I see the beautiful buildings, the preachers’ promotional pictures, … Continue reading →

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My Second Greatest American — Martin Luther King, Jr.

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Steve Simms

On this blog I have been counting down my top 10 greatest Americans of all time based on their personal commitment to (and servce for) the principles of “all men are created equal” and “liberty and justice for all”. My second … 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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Frederick Douglas — “An American Slave”

Posted on February 17, 2011 by Steve Simms

Frederick Douglas was claimed to be personal property from his birth around 1818 in the state of Maryland. He was physically, mentally, and emotionally abused — kept in degraded conditions and treated like an animal. He was separated from his … Continue reading →

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Super Bowl Or Super Goal?

Posted on February 5, 2011 by Steve Simms

The Super Bowl is big. Super Bowl Sunday is the second-largest day for food consumption in the United States after Thanksgiving Day. Munch, munch. Most years the Super Bowl is the number one watched show on television. Even Super Bowl commercials are big, being the most costly … Continue reading →

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Where Is The Heart In American Christianity?

My Second Greatest American — Martin Luther King, Jr.

The Power Of Fasting

Frederick Douglas — “An American Slave”

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