Tag Archives: calling

Pick Up Your Cross

Posted on March 2, 2016 by carlsimmonslive

Then Jesus told his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake … Continue reading →

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So, Now What? (or, help a Christian brother OUT!)

Posted on August 2, 2012 by carlsimmonslive

This post’s for me. But you can help. A lot. First, thank you for following along. With the last few entries earlier this week, I’ve completed the first draft of Lay It Down: The Life Jesus Has Always Wanted. It’s already … Continue reading →

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Lay Down Your Gifts — the full version

Posted on June 21, 2012 by carlsimmonslive

Let’s start today by revisiting Jesus’ commissioning of the 72 from last week. The 72 certainly had something to rejoice in when they used the gifts they had received: “Lord, even the demons submit to us in your name” (Luke … Continue reading →

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How Has God Gifted You, and for What?

Posted on August 3, 2011 by carlsimmonslive

When you hear the phrase “spiritual gifts,” what comes to mind? Why that reaction? No matter what your reaction: When we each use the gifts God’s given us, together, He’s able to create something unique that can bring joy to … Continue reading →

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