Monthly Archives: August 2025

Safe Sermon-Hearing

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Steve Simms

Jesus said, “Beware of false prophets.” (Matthew 7:15) If you are going to listen to sermons do it safely. Jesus said: “You hypocrites! Isaiah was right when he prophesied about you: ‘These people honor Me with their lips, but their … Continue reading →

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I Admire Peacemakers

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Steve Simms

I admire peace makers in the tradition of Jesus, William Lloyd Garrison, Ghandi, and Martin Luther King, Jr. who boldly speak the truth as drum majors for justice, yet do so with kindness, compassion, and mercy. (Garrison and King are … Continue reading →

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I Want to Help People Purchase Mental Wealth

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Steve Simms

There are many thieves that constantly strive to steal our mental wealth — the riches of inner peace, contentment, satisfaction, joy, appreciation, gratitude, harmonious relationships, and self-control. Most of us humans have never learned to successfully set up a security … Continue reading →

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It’s Vital That I Carry Awareness

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Steve Simms

I want to always be awake to and aware of how fortunate I am to have so much that is good in my life. I live in a world full of the beauty of nature, and I have eyes and … Continue reading →

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I Want My Blog & My Books to Help People “Worglee”

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Steve Simms

I coined a word in my book, “Mindrobics–How to Be Happy For the Rest of Your Life” (in addition to the title). (It’s now out of print.) The word is “worglee.” Worglee is the opposite of worry. To worry is … Continue reading →

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This is the Alternative Universe I Want to See

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Steve Simms

Many people live and act like there is no alternative. They’re stuck in a pattern of dull repetition — each day following the routine of the day before. This is especially true for Sunday religious services. Week after week, year … Continue reading →

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The Best Food and Wine Are Free

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Steve Simms

The best food and wine are free. “Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you who have no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost.” (Isaiah 55:1) “Oh, … Continue reading →

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How a Costa Rican National Holiday Connects with My Life

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Steve Simms

I found this in the news. On August 2nd thousands of Costa Ricans come together in one of the country’s most heartfelt traditions — a walk to the Basilica of Our Lady of the Angels in the city of Cartago. … Continue reading →

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Happiness Comes from Within, Not from Things

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Steve Simms

Happiness comes from within. It can’t be found merely in things or circumstances. True happiness has a spiritual component. Keeping in mind that God the Holy Spirit won’t contradict what He has revealed throughout the Scriptures, (Matthew 22:29) it’s never … Continue reading →

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A Marvelous Habit

Posted on August 3, 2025 by Steve Simms

I have a habit that fills me with peace, contentment, and joy. It’s a simple habit — a habit of mental and emotional focus. I try to notice nature throughout each day — the trees, bushes, flowers, birds, animals, and … Continue reading →

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