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05/24/2026

Hear This If You Can
Matthew 13:1–23

The Word of the Kingdom is still being sown.
Jesus tells of seed scattered broadly and generously. Some is snatched. Some is scorched. Some is choked. But some becomes fruitful.

This message asks a direct question: what is happening in our hearts when the Word of God lands there?

Are we hardened?
Are we shallow?
Are we crowded?
Or are we becoming fruitful?

There is also hope. The Spirit of God can break up the packed-down places, deepen the thin places, and clear the crowded places so the Word can take root and bear fruit.

Watch the message:
https://www.facebook.com/tomsims/videos/836824365718771

Read the full Bible Chat reflection and study guide:
https://tomsims.substack.com/p/hear-this-if-you-can

Join Fellowship of Joy for conversation, encouragement, and shared spiritual growth:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/fellowshipofjoy

More links and resources:
https://linktr.ee/tomsims

05/21/2026

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How can pastors lead faithfully in a time when political identity increasingly competes with Christian identity?

Christianity is counter-cultural — but it is not anti-culture.

The kingdom of God transcends nationalism, partisan tribes, and ideological captivity while still speaking prophetically into every culture and every generation.

In this edition of Pastoral Excellence, I reflect on:

Christian nationalism and pastoral leadership
discipleship in an age of ideological pressure
the difference between kingdom loyalty and political loyalty
how pastors can cultivate discernment without surrendering to partisanship
leading congregations made up of diverse political perspectives while remaining rooted in Christ

The church must remain counter-cultural — even when culture adopts Christian language for its own ambitions.

Because the church outlasts politics.
The kingdom outlasts power.
Jesus outlasts it all.

h,Read More at - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/christianity-counter-cultural-anti-culture-tom-sims-wamuc

05/21/2026

Who told you that you were naked?

Genesis 3 is not only about disobedience. It is about vulnerability, shame, fear, mortality, and the God who still walks through the garden seeking humanity after it hides.

A theological reflection on nakedness, covering, and grace.

Read:
https://pastortom.blog/2026/05/21/who-told-you-that-you-were-naked/

05/17/2026

What is the difference between genuine spiritual conviction and anxiety-driven compulsion?

In this Pastoral Excellence conversation, Tom Sims explores religious scrupulosity, obsessive-compulsive fear loops, intrusive guilt, and the pastoral challenge of caring wisely for tender consciences trapped in fear and endless reassurance-seeking.

Drawing from Matthew 11–12 and years of pastoral experience, this talk addresses:

conviction versus compulsion,
the fear of the “unpardonable sin,”
compulsive confession and checking,
anxiety architecture,
fear-based ministry cultures,
healthy pastoral responses,
referral and collaborative care,
and the invitation of Jesus into rest.

This conversation is designed especially for:

pastors,
chaplains,
ministry leaders,
pastoral counselors,
spiritual directors,
and anyone involved in spiritual care.

Featured article:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/difference-between-conviction-compulsion-tom-sims-qhryc

Companion Bible Chat study:
https://tomsims.substack.com/p/no-neutral-ground-matthew-1222-50

Related reflection:
https://medium.com//there-is-no-such-thing-as-permanent-neutrality-9b50cf9c939d?sk=9fb06287df91b1440582173a3a9624f7

PastorTom.blog article:
https://pastortom.blog/2026/05/17/the-people-jesus-was-not-condemning/

Fellowship of Joy:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/fellowshipofjoy

More resources and links:
https://linktr.ee/tomsims

YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/-tom-sims

05/17/2026

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What leadership habits, communication practices, or boundaries have helped you create a healthier and more sustainable culture for the people you lead?

What kind of leadership culture are we creating around the people we lead?

In this edition of Leaning Leadership Ladder, I explore the connection between leadership, communication, mental health, accountability, boundaries, and organizational culture.

Healthy leadership does not demand the illusion of invulnerability. Strong leadership cultures make room for honesty, growth, support, responsibility, recovery, and sustainable service.

This article explores:

the cost of perfection culture,
verbal and non-verbal leadership signals,
psychologically safe communication,
insights from The One Minute Manager,
emotionally mature leadership practices,
and the kinds of behaviors leaders unintentionally normalize.

We also discuss:

burnout,
emotional suppression,
overwork,
psychological safety,
compassionate accountability,
and sustainable leadership habits.

Most importantly, we ask:

What will you normalize?

I would genuinely value your experiences and perspectives in the discussion section.

Read the full article here:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/leaning-mental-health-leadership-tom-sims-tutlc















05/17/2026

Jesus forces a decision.

For a deeper dive.

https://tomsims.substack.com/p/no-neutral-ground-matthew-1222-50

Resistance intensifies. The call is given.

Join us at https://www.facebook.com/groups/fellowshipofjoy

“No Neutral Ground” — Matthew 12:22-50
Jesus forces a decision.
https://tomsims.substack.com/p/no-neutral-ground-matthew-1222-50

In Matthew 12, the conflict surrounding Jesus intensifies:
• accusation,
• spiritual blindness,
• kingdom conflict,
• warning,
• invitation,
• and the call to belong.

What is the difference between honest doubt and hardened resistance?

What does Jesus mean by “blasphemy against the Holy Spirit”?

Why does Jesus warn about an empty house?

What is the sign of Jonah?

And what does it mean to become part of the family of God?
Join us as we explore one of the most sobering — and hopeful — chapters in Matthew’s Gospel.

The warning is real.

But so is the invitation.

Bible Chat on Substack:
https://tomsims.substack.com/s/bible-chat

Bible Chat Online:
https://biblechatonline.com

Tom Sims Links:
https://linktr.ee/tomsims

YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/-tom-sims

Read the scripture at https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2012%3A22-50&version=NRSVUE

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