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Lay It Down: second edition

Posted on June 23, 2020 by carlsimmonslive

Just lettin y’all know that the second edition of Lay It Down is now available for purchase, either in paperback or Kindle, and if you haven’t already I’d be honored if you gave it a shot—because obviously I still think … Continue reading →

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Walk It Out  

Posted on December 30, 2019 by carlsimmonslive

All of our lives, when lived rightly, are a journey into trust. A few days ago, I mentioned one prayer I’ve been repeatedly lifting up to God. In fact, there’s another particular prayer I’ve been praying for quite a while, … Continue reading →

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Put on Eternity    

Posted on December 23, 2019 by carlsimmonslive

If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth… seeing … Continue reading →

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Put on Your New Self      

Posted on December 16, 2019 by carlsimmonslive

Whatever we truly do for God, it is Christ in us. Whatever holiness we have is not ours to take credit for, but Christ’s to be glorified with. Even then, it is not what Christ does, but who Christ is—and … Continue reading →

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Pick Up Your New Life   

Posted on December 9, 2019 by carlsimmonslive

The only difference between “us” and “them” . . . is Jesus. Continue reading →

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Pick Up Your Cross          

Posted on December 2, 2019 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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Lay Down Your New Life: a small-group session

Posted on November 25, 2019 by carlsimmonslive

For this session, you’ll need . . . A small (or at least cheap), wrapped “re-gift” from/for everyone in your group. Note: If you have time, turn your opening experience into a full-blown “white elephant party.” Or do it as … Continue reading →

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Lay Down Your Life      

Posted on November 18, 2019 by carlsimmonslive

Death is not just the end of life—it is the returning of life to its Creator. It is not a loss, but a fulfillment. All the laying down of all the pieces of our lives are but a rehearsal for … Continue reading →

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Lay Down Your Dreams

Posted on November 11, 2019 by carlsimmonslive

Our joy and our longing are not always related. . . . It is the joy of God’s fulfillment, not the longing toward the dream’s fulfillment, which should be desired. Continue reading →

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Lay Down Your Crown

Posted on November 4, 2019 by carlsimmonslive

Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. (James 1:12) Be faithful unto death, and I … Continue reading →

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