Monthly Archives: June 2024

Surely some sexual activities are morally wrong.

Posted on June 11, 2024 by Steve Simms

I believe in right and wrong. I believe that many things are black and white and that shades of gray are often temptations that distort the way and lead many people astray. I believe that the only way to get … Continue reading →

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When you have a reason to live, joy is always in season!

Posted on June 11, 2024 by Steve Simms

Seasons of heart-felt joy are my favorite times of the year. When you have a compelling and loving reason to live, “joy unspeakable and full of glory” is always in season. Jesus is my reason to live. The more I … Continue reading →

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I Can’t Live Without the Luxury of Inner Peace

Posted on June 10, 2024 by Steve Simms

The luxury of inner peaceWill make your anxiety cease.It’s an extravagant giftThat will give youA life changing lift.Don’t let fearAnd worry siftJoy from your life.Ask JesusThe Prince of PeaceFor His giftOf inner peace. Shake off sad endingsAnd move onFollowing God’s … Continue reading →

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Finding Purpose Beyond Rationalistic Materialism

Posted on June 9, 2024 by Steve Simms

When people abandon the idea that there is more than matter and energy behind the physics, chemistry, and biology of the universe, they lose their way. It’s hard to have good mental health when people see no meaning to their … Continue reading →

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Surrender, Humility, and Trust

Posted on June 8, 2024 by Steve Simms

Once I heard a preacher say, “I want to hide behind the Cross so that people see Jesus, not me.” John the Baptist put it this way, “He must increase, but I must decrease.” The old hymn, Rock of Ages, … Continue reading →

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My Friend Who Often Corrects Me

Posted on June 7, 2024 by Steve Simms

I have a friend who corrects me almost every day. When I’m going astray, He calls me back. When I’m being unkind, He reminds me to show love. When I’m rising up with pride, he calls me aside and reminds … Continue reading →

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Church Isn’t A Bad Thing, It’s Just Not Enough

Posted on June 6, 2024 by Steve Simms

In this picture: 1) There are no spectators. 2) Everyone feels free to speak out in the meeting. 3) Their focus is on the living Jesus. I think Leonardo got it right in his famous painting. I wish churches would … Continue reading →

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Love Means Not Demanding Approval

Posted on June 6, 2024 by Steve Simms

We need kind respectful discussions on sexuality, politics, and religion that don’t try to shame other people and shut them up for disagreeing. Everybody will never see those three things the same way. And that’s okay. Let’s respect each other … Continue reading →

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My Name Doesn’t Matter

Posted on June 5, 2024 by Steve Simms

If you never know my name (or know it and forget it) that’s no big deal. My name doesn’t matter, but there is a name that greatly matters. There is a name that is above every other name. At that … Continue reading →

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There’s Another King Than Chocolate (Or Any Other Desire)

Posted on June 4, 2024 by Steve Simms

There is another King than chocolate or any other desire. There’s a king beyond your wildest dreams, who can set you free to enjoy life with inner peace and joyous liberty. Follow Him to victory. There’s another kingThan Ceasar.It’s Jesus.There’s … Continue reading →

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