Monthly Archives: March 2021

Christian spirituality isn’t a dinosaur

Posted on March 23, 2021 by Steve Simms

Christian spirituality is ongoing interaction with and surrender to the living Jesus, that produces the fruit of the Spirit. It’s based on the risen Jesus, not on meeting attendance, legalism, or self-assertion, and needs to be a lived reality, not … Continue reading →

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Big ideas for feeling good

Posted on March 19, 2021 by Steve Simms

Imagine how good you would feel if hope and appreciation continually filled your heart and your mind. Train your imagination to inspire you with images of joy. Daydreaming empowers; worry devours. When you don’t see happiness in your life, imagine … Continue reading →

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Ideas some might call platitudes

Posted on March 17, 2021 by Steve Simms

At the moment of your conception, your sperm won. That makes you a winner! The magnitudeOf your gratitudeSets the altitudeFor your attitude. Much of lifeIs a chain reaction.What you say and doRecycles back to you. Curiosity that leads to learning … Continue reading →

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Can there be inspirational elephants in the room? Why not?

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Steve Simms

Inspiring ideas can be elephants in the room. Many people are uncomfortable talking about their need for personal growth. They feel like talking about it is an admission of weakness, so they’d rather keep silent and pretend that they don’t … Continue reading →

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The sower sowed . . .

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Steve Simms

Jesus’ “Parable of the Sower” examines four heart conditions: 1) A shut-down heart; 2) A shallow heart; 3) A superficial heart; and 4) A sincere heart. A shut-down heart is closed to spiritual business. A shallow heart has no spiritual … Continue reading →

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Jesus steps are better than “baby steps”

Posted on March 15, 2021 by Steve Simms

Every step you take with the living Jesus brings you closer to the truth that sets you free. Every step prompted by the living Jesus will deepen your relationship with Him and will increase His power in your life. When … Continue reading →

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Apollo G? No apology . . .

Posted on March 14, 2021 by Steve Simms

A sincere apology helps two people. It eases one’s hurt and relieves the other’s guilt. It takes great strength to humbly apologize. To apologize is to value truth more than you do your pride. Reluctance to apologize when you’re wrong … Continue reading →

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Grudge-be-gone–grudge-busters to set you free!

Posted on March 12, 2021 by Steve Simms

To retaliate against hatred with hatred is to imitate evil instead of good. It is to escalate the hatred. Hold forgiveness; let grudges go. Forgiveness heals hurts. Revenge extends them. It takes courage to behave better than the people who … Continue reading →

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What does skin color mean?

Posted on March 12, 2021 by Steve Simms

Scientifically we have race all wrong. In reality, white is the blending of every color and black is the absence of color. To feel like you’re better than someone because of your skin color is total nonsense. “Take the lowest … Continue reading →

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inspirational wake-up thoughts

Posted on March 12, 2021 by Steve Simms

When something deeply inspires you, you’ll be like an elephant and never forget it. Counting sheep will put you to sleep. Counting the elephants in the room will wake you up! If you make your home your happy place, you’ll … Continue reading →

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