Monthly Archives: January 2021

Amazing Grace @ President Biden’s inauguration

Posted on January 21, 2021 by Steve Simms

“That saved a wretch like me . . .” is not just lyrics that Americans sang with Garth Brooks at President Biden’s inauguration. It’s an admission that we humans all need to be set free from the power & corruption … Continue reading →

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Thoughts for behavior modification

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Steve Simms

Anger, anger everywhere, without a kind thought to think. Lord, have mercy on us. To say you love God, but live without being honest and compassionate, is hypocrisy. People who consistently do a bad thing, tend to ease their conscience … Continue reading →

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Lifestyle quicksand lurks in dark places

Posted on January 19, 2021 by Steve Simms

Some behaviors are like quicksand. They lure you in and then gradually pull you under. Behaviors motivated by feelings and/or desires, are often harmful. We have the right to agree or disagree with people’s behavior, but we don’t have the … Continue reading →

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Reckless speech is costly

Posted on January 19, 2021 by Steve Simms

Reckless speech is as dangerous as reckless driving. Caution matters. Angry, hostile words, cause combative situations and destroy relationships Attacking people with a verbal log isn’t dialogue. It’s bullying. Unfortunately, the freedom of speech seems to have become more about … Continue reading →

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MLK acrostic

Posted on January 18, 2021 by Steve Simms

celebrate MLK M — Movement toward justice,L — Loving, nonviolent resistance,K — Kinship of humanity.

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Free speech, used carelessly, can be very costly

Posted on January 17, 2021 by Steve Simms

The freedom of speech isn’t a victimless right. When abused it can do much harm. If you can’t disagree with politeness, you have too much uptightness. Before you fight, try being polite. “Speaking the truth in love” is powerful. Verbal … Continue reading →

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Tired of waiting?

Posted on January 16, 2021 by Steve Simms

Here’s some powerful encouragement for you. When your wait seems long – Ernie Simms Coaching

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Stop the rumor mill (before they rumorize us all)

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Steve Simms

Stop the rumor mill before they rumorize us all! Some evil people are probably planning to steal your conspiracy theory and turn it into a video game. Rumors on a rant wreck relationships! Spreading rumors is a form of emotional … Continue reading →

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What’s to like in people you don’t like?

Posted on January 15, 2021 by Steve Simms

How you treat your fellow humans, reveals how you truly feel about yourself. You can find much good in your fellow humans, if you look for it. There’s much hurt in the heart of humans. Your kindness can help them … Continue reading →

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Without the presence of peace, perhaps a do-over is overdue

Posted on January 14, 2021 by Steve Simms

When a godly do-over is overdue, it’s time for repentance. If I refuse to see the evil in me, I can’t accurately see it in others. Matthew 7:5. Anger is a sign of poor self-management — of self-control taken over … Continue reading →

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