Monthly Archives: May 2025

A Collection of Mr. Simons Quotes (Simons Says)

Posted on May 18, 2025 by Steve Simms

Mr. Meno Simons was born about 1496 in the Netherlands. He was an extensive writer and made some mighty strong statements. The following were taking from The Complete Writings of Meno Simons in the order they appeared. “Those who with … Continue reading →

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Life Balance Revealed

Posted on May 18, 2025 by Steve Simms

As people something within us wants to live a balanced life. Yet living in a culture of haste, hustle, and haughtiness, it’s easy to get pulled (or thrown) off balance. Personally, I’ve discovered that I don’t have to “only imagine” … Continue reading →

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My Momma and Elvis Were Next Door Neighbors in a Black Neighborhood in Tupelo, Mississippi

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Steve Simms

My mother, her maiden name Dorothy Beeding, grew up next door to Elvis Presley in an extremely rare predominantly black neighborhood in Tupelo where poor blacks and poor whites lived side by side as friends and neighbors and as outcasts … Continue reading →

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Beyond Sacrifices to True Love

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Steve Simms

Most people would consider setting aside their desires and feelings in order to serve someone else to be a sacrifice. I disagree. I would call that true love. Sacrifices are often made reluctantly or with regret, but true love is … Continue reading →

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My Wedding Ring and the Challenge to Be Faithful

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Steve Simms

I was asked, “What is the oldest thing you’re wearing today?” It’s my wedding ring which is a symbol of love and commitment. Its a challenge and constant reminder to be faithful to live out and demonstrate the love I … Continue reading →

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I Strive To Follow the Inner Objectivity of God the Holy Spirit

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Steve Simms

There is nothing subjective about God the Holy Spirit, (Romans 8:14) “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” (Colossians 1:27) He’s not the product of our human feelings or imaginations. He’s the Creator of the universe. We need to learn … Continue reading →

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Training to be Fruitful

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Steve Simms

This is the message you have heard from the beginning: We should love one another.” (1 John 3:11) Let’s do it now. Christ-followers let’s train to love better every time we gather. It’s not enough just to hear more sermons … Continue reading →

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One Simple Improvement You Can Make in Your Life Is to Open Your Heart

Posted on May 13, 2025 by Steve Simms

One simple improvement that you can make in your life is to open wide your heart. The closedness inside your heart is weighing you down with a heavy load to carry. Open your heart to God’s brilliant light so you … Continue reading →

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The Impact of Looking Beyond Public Opinion

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Steve Simms

Public opinion pressures us to think other people’s thoughts, to utter other people’s words, and to copy other people’s behaviors. Public opinion polls follow the crowd, not the wise. The mainstream of public opinion is often overflowing with deception. Public … Continue reading →

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Being Free from Controlling Thoughts, Feelings, Desires, and Habits

Posted on May 11, 2025 by Steve Simms

Freedom isn’t words. It isn’t an idea or an ideal. Freedom isn’t a form of government. It isn’t produced by patriotism. Freedom is within. If a person is bound to thoughts, feelings, desires, and habits, he or she isn’t free. … Continue reading →

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