Category Archives: bitterness

It’s Tempting to Hold Grudges

Posted on September 4, 2025 by Steve Simms

Grudges grind away at the mind and eat up the heart. Plainly put, grudges are painful. They cause much more pain to the person who holds them than they do to the people they are being held against. Nonetheless, our … Continue reading →

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The Tradition of Blaming Others for Your Condition

Posted on July 30, 2024 by Steve Simms

My mother had a tradition of blaming people for her condition. She wasn’t always vocal about it. It was usually a quiet but obvious blaming that had morphed into bitterness. You could sometimes see it on her face, sense it … Continue reading →

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Mercy on my mind, y’all!

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Steve Simms

Mercy, who needs it? Self-proclaimed good people who believe in their merit are unaware of their need for mercy. I know that I desperately need it. Lord, have mercy! Mental health? Giving and receiving mercy is vital to our inner … Continue reading →

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5 ways to recover from hurt in church

Posted on November 30, 2017 by Steve Simms

Ouch! Even the title of this post is a bit painful. However, if you’ve ever been hurt by church (and/or by people in church) here are 5 things that can help you heal your hurting heart. 1) Forgive. It’s hard … Continue reading →

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The Best Defense Against Taking Offense

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Steve Simms

Our Best Defense Against Taking Offense Although the Tennessee Titans and their new quarterback Marcus Mariota play in Nashville, this post is not about football. It is about not being offended by the words and/or actions of others. Heaven knows … Continue reading →

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Inside Addition — The Key To A Beautiful Life

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Steve Simms

Inside addition (not Inside Edition) is the key to a beautiful life.  However, it’s not automatic.  It all depends on which mathematical formula you follow: Self + pride = hypocrisy Self + fear or worry = torment Self + anger … Continue reading →

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