Monthly Archives: January 2024

The gift of a living model of radical faith in Jesus

Posted on January 4, 2024 by Steve Simms

Normally ordinary water ≠ extraordinary wine. However, when mixed with obedience and faith, it can! A living model of radical trust in and daily obedience to the living Jesus is the greatest gift someone can give. I’ve been greatly privileged … Continue reading →

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The Bible’s Religiously Unapproved John

Posted on January 3, 2024 by Steve Simms

A man named John, independently of the religious establishment of his day, began to preach in isolated places (without official credentials) and to challenge people to fully surrender their life to the Lord. As a sign of their surrender John … Continue reading →

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True playfulness is a mercy party.

Posted on January 2, 2024 by Steve Simms

Speaking plainly about playfulness: Guilt cuts the guts out of playfulness. The more mercy a person receives the more forgiving and playful he will be. Playfulness is glorious day-by-day celebration of guilt gone away. Give and receive mercy throughout the … Continue reading →

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Wholesomeness is my biggest challenge

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Steve Simms

In this worldThat is so blindTo what is right,The wholesomenessOf a clean heartAnd pure mindIs hard to find.I have to lookTo the lightOf Jesus ChristAnd let Him beAlways brightIn my sightSo I can stayConnected with HimBoth day and night.I strive … Continue reading →

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