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Church Orbiting The Son!

Posted on February 28, 2015 by Steve Simms

(I wrote this poem this morning about 7 years at Berry Street and [to my surprise] it made the shape of a “leaning 7” on the right hand side. The 3 plus signs at the end [+++] represent the 3 … Continue reading →

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When Grace Is In Faces

Posted on February 9, 2015 by Steve Simms

I never could see Christ In the backs of people’s heads, All I saw was hair. But when those same people Are allowed to share From their heart, I feel His glory start To fill the atmosphere. And I know … Continue reading →

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When Church is a Symphony — Glory Falls!

Posted on December 20, 2014 by Steve Simms

When church is a symphony–glory falls! The Gospel of Jesus is a symphony! One man can’t play a symphony, No matter how smart or anointed he may be. Fully communicating God’s Gospel symphony Requires members of the body of Christ … Continue reading →

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Joy Wells or Sad Trails (got God’s glory gushings rushing through U?)

Posted on December 13, 2014 by Steve Simms

Joy Wells or Sad Trails Jesus said that His followers, Would experience ongoing “Rivers of living water,” (Flows of His own spiritual life) God’s glory gushers, Pouring out from deep within us No matter what’s going on Around us. But … Continue reading →

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Round About

Posted on December 5, 2014 by Steve Simms

Christ’s presence abounds All around us, Surrounding us with love, But we often miss The resounding sound of His voice And leave Him unfound– Like a diamond in the ground Under our feet!

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Testimony Church Lets The Spirit Thunder!

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Steve Simms

Testimony Church We each one speak about What we’ve seen and heard Our experience With the living Word, Showing and telling God’s great wonders Our lives are changed As the Spirit thunders! “I’m with you now Not just in the … Continue reading →

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C.H.U.R.C.H — A Poetic Acrostic

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Steve Simms

A poetic acrostic defining church: C — Christ-followers H — Hanging out together U — Under the influence of the Spirit, R — Responding directly to His promptings, C — Celebrating the glory of H — His holy Presence! Check … Continue reading →

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Jesus Living On The Inside

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Steve Simms

How can anyone describe Jesus living inside you? It’s like having a shower head Inside your heart, Continually spraying Soothing, comforting, Energizing, thrilling, and refreshing Streams of joy, love, peace, faith, and hope All through your emotions, your mind, and … Continue reading →

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Testimony Church

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Steve Simms

Show & Tell Church  (A song/poem about testimony church.) We each one speak about What we’ve seen and heard Our experience With the living Word, Showing and telling God’s great wonders Our lives are changed As the Spirit thunders! “I’m … Continue reading →

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Poem — Feel The Real Deal Thrill . . .

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Steve Simms

When you know that Jesus is real There’s a never-ending thrill, No matter how you feel. You can’t stand still Or follow the seductive appeal Of popular culture’s deal, Because your heart is full of passion and zeal To hear … Continue reading →

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