Monthly Archives: October 2023

When these words are misused, it makes me feel out of place.

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Steve Simms

Sometimes people assume that words spoken about one person also apply to them. That assumption can quickly lead to false presumption. For example, it makes me feel out of place to assume that the words “with Him I am well … Continue reading →

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With the inner ABCs a computer is optional

Posted on October 5, 2023 by Steve Simms

Being led by God’s Spirit is as basic as the ABCs. No computer is needed. Just do what you do, say what you say, and think what you think in obedience to God’s Spirit. To follow Jesus you need to … Continue reading →

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Still learning this skill

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Steve Simms

There is a skill that I’ve been trying to learn for most of my life. It is the skill of quickly admitting when I am wrong, making amends where possible, and humbly changing my thoughts and behaviors to align with … Continue reading →

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Acute awareness of the most important detail

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Steve Simms

After I encountered the risen Jesus and surrendered my heart to Him, my life was being continually transformed by His presence within me. I was devouring the Bible daily and it was feeding my soul and changing me from within. … Continue reading →

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Priority #1: Grow confidence & harvest hope!

Posted on October 2, 2023 by Steve Simms

Every step I take in obedience to and reliance on the risen Jesus increases my confidence level in Him! Subjectivity seldom matches reality. Objectivity does. What Jesus says and does in me makes me marvel at His amazing objectivity. Frequently … Continue reading →

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