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Relationships Take Time

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Carl Simmons

Think about your best friend, or about a best friend you had while growing up. Why is (or was) that person your best friend? How do you develop stronger friendships with others now? And here’s the big question: How can … Continue reading →

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You Can’t Do It Alone

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Carl Simmons

Think about a past transition in your life such as a move, a new job or position, or a major change in your family. Who helped you most through those changes? How did that person help you? The fact is, … Continue reading →

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Lay Down Your “Head”: a fragment about insight

Posted on May 6, 2011 by Carl Simmons

“[H]umbly welcome the message implanted within you, which is able to save your souls. But be sure you live out the message and do not merely listen to it and so deceive yourselves. For if someone merely listens to the … Continue reading →

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Simple Isn’t Easy… Only Worth It

Posted on May 5, 2011 by Carl Simmons

This week’s Other Voice is one I first heard a little more than 2 years ago. It still remains my favorite new book since that time, and maybe my favorite book ever in terms of making an actual connection between … Continue reading →

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The Meaning of Commitment

Posted on May 4, 2011 by Carl Simmons

Think about the last “meet-and-greet” social situation you attended. (For me, it was a men’s retreat this past weekend — I didn’t even know the other 3 guys from my church, let alone the other 80 or so from elsewhere … Continue reading →

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Who Do You Love?

Posted on May 2, 2011 by Carl Simmons

“Frequently in our attempt to achieve Pentecost we bypass Calvary.…Here is the spiritual principle: die, and then bear fruit.” — Watchman Nee, The Messenger of the Cross Let’s kick off this week by taking one more look at what Jesus … Continue reading →

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Third Time’s the Charm

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Carl Simmons

James Bryan Smith. The Good and Beautiful Community: Following the Spirit, Extending Grace, Demonstrating Love. Hardcover, 240p., $22.00. IVP. I have to confess: For all the buzz and provenance surrounding them (Richard Foster and Dallas Willard, the latter more or … Continue reading →

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What Wou… DID Jesus Do?

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Carl Simmons

Theology is a tricky thing. At the genuine heart of it is the intent is to make deeper sense of who God is, and to articulate it in such a way that everyone gets it and everyone’s on the same … Continue reading →

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So, You Want to Grow a Christian…

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Carl Simmons

Since this weekly entry—really, this entire blog—is about helping other Christians grow, let’s start this week by reflecting on our own journeys so far. Think about a time where you experienced a huge “growth spurt” in your life. If you … Continue reading →

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Obedience: a rough fragment for Good Friday

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Carl Simmons

I am becoming increasingly convinced, as I get older,  that God does not demand our obedience simply because it honors Him. That is, of course, a true and healthy reason to do it. And I wouldn’t even put up an … Continue reading →

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