Monthly Archives: February 2025

Thoughts Inspired by Psalm 36

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Steve Simms

People who are without an ongoing sense of awe of the glory, majesty, and presence of God are easily distracted by and controlled by their own self-destructive thoughts, feelings, and desires. They are often unaware that the guilt and disfunction … Continue reading →

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The Connection That’s Far Far Better Than Candy

Posted on February 8, 2025 by Steve Simms

Candy is dandy, but new wine is a goldmine! So, what does new wine do and where do you get it? New wine wakes us up to true life! It produces “love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and … Continue reading →

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A Break from Self-Focus

Posted on February 7, 2025 by Steve Simms

I believe that all human beings need a break from self-focus. It has always appeared to me that when I focus on myself, I’m not very happy, but when I get focused on a cause, a purpose, or helping others, … Continue reading →

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Intention is More Important Than Invention

Posted on February 6, 2025 by Steve Simms

The most important intention in my life, is my intention to follow and obey my conscience. I purposely intend to live outside of my comfort zone. I strive to always think, say, and do what is right. Every time I … Continue reading →

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My Ideal Day

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Steve Simms

My ideal day is when my heart overflows with love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.” As long as I can remember I have been seeking to increase those qualities in my life. My dad inspired me … Continue reading →

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A Better Perspective

Posted on February 4, 2025 by Steve Simms

For a better perspective on life that can fill you with hope and encouragement. look away from yourself, from your problems, and from your concerns. Rely on God’s compassion and mercy. Look unto Jesus, “the author and finisher of our … Continue reading →

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My “To-Do” That Never Gets Totally Done

Posted on February 3, 2025 by Steve Simms

The top priority on my to-do list that never gets completely done is a never-ending goal — to fully surrender my heart and life to God, to entirely obey Him, and to love Him with my all my heart, all … Continue reading →

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Cookin’ Up True Love

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Steve Simms

My favorite thing to cook up is true love. I delight to heat up and “stir up the gift of God which is in” me (2 Timothy 1:6) so that God’s kindness and compassion flow from deep within me to … Continue reading →

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My Mind is my First Computer

Posted on February 1, 2025 by Steve Simms

My mind is my first computer. I was born with it. I work hard to keep all distractions and viruses completely away from it. I strive to continually surrender my mouse and keyboard to God so that He can program … Continue reading →

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