Monthly Archives: July 2024

I Attempt to Avoid Making and Hearing Accusations

Posted on July 23, 2024 by Steve Simms

“We have found this man to be a troublemaker, stirring up riots among the Jews all over the world. He is a ringleader of the Nazarene sect and even tried to desecrate the temple; so we seized him. By examining … Continue reading →

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I’m Going to See the King (Here’s How I Received My Free Ticket)

Posted on July 22, 2024 by Steve Simms

Someday I’m going to go see the King of Kings face to face. Here’s how I got my free ticket (and had my guilt and shame removed so I can be at peace in His presence). Ending guilt requires something … Continue reading →

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Changing Christianity from a Sunday Lecture Series into Live Daily Demonstrations of the Presence of the Risen Jesus

Posted on July 21, 2024 by Steve Simms

If I could change one thing about modern society, I would change Christianity from a tradition-bound Sunday morning lecture series into live daily demonstrations of the presence of the resurrected Jesus Christ. I would change it from a religion into … Continue reading →

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I Listen to the Most Uplifting Sounds!

Posted on July 20, 2024 by Steve Simms

I listen to the most uplifting sounds both when I work and when I rest. For example, I woke up this morning with these words sounding in my mind and heart: “Rely, comply, and testify! Train yourself to continually rely … Continue reading →

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Savoring the Most Comforting Taste

Posted on July 19, 2024 by Steve Simms

I love to savor the most comforting taste that I’ve ever experienced. One way I do that is by eating and savoring a bit of bread as I think about and ponder a special moment in the Bible when Jesus … Continue reading →

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Making My Mind Mind Me

Posted on July 18, 2024 by Steve Simms

I love challenges. If a game (or if life) is too easy I get bored with it. I love the daily challenge of making my mind mind me. My mind is stubborn and wants to do whatever it wants, even … Continue reading →

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Jesus is God’s Beloved Son. Hear Him!

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Steve Simms

The Lord is near.Tune up your ears,So you can hearWhat Christ in youIs saying to you. Biblical Christianity is about the good news (gospel) of Jesus Christ and the kingdom (government) of God. (See Mark 1:1 and Matthew 24:14.) When … Continue reading →

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Discovering and Uncovering the Deeply Hidden Christian Unity

Posted on July 16, 2024 by Steve Simms

If Christians will always put and keep the spotlight on the resurrected Jesus, humbly align with His will, demonstrate and proclaim His presence, and lovingly wave His banner, we will discover supernatural heart-to-heart unity that we are ignoring. Instead, through … Continue reading →

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I Want to Dish Up Some Courtesy

Posted on July 15, 2024 by Steve Simms

I want to dish up courtesy for our culture to feast on. Here’s a first step: Political leaders should be required to pass an annual courtesy test or be disqualified from office. Candor and courtesy make a great combo. For … Continue reading →

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America Has Lost Track of Time!

Posted on July 14, 2024 by Steve Simms

The United States is closer to political collapse and chaos than it has been since the Civil War. The political anger and hatred that is spreading and growing is dangerous and can easily ignite a firestorm of political violence. America … Continue reading →

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