Category Archives: Lord have mercy

Can you see God’s mercy?

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Steve Simms

“In view of God’s mercy” provided by Christ’s sacrifice (My hope is built on nothing less!) If you are unwilling to view and accept the truth that you deserve and have earned God’s judgment, you won’t be aware of God’s … Continue reading →

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Everyone needs forgiveness

Posted on May 31, 2023 by Steve Simms

Self-justification might temporarily hide guilt and shame behind self-deception, but it can’t pull them out by the roots. The forgiveness that matters most is the forgiveness that removes guilt and shame. “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who … Continue reading →

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Don’t sink your conscience — get it in sync . . .

Posted on July 8, 2018 by Steve Simms

People with a guilty conscience often feel like other people are judging them even when the judgment is coming from within. To clear your conscience, sincerely ask God (and anyone else you have offended) to forgive you. If you feel like … Continue reading →

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Pledging Allegiance To The Living, Resurrected Jesus Christ

Posted on July 5, 2016 by Steve Simms

The early Christ-followers continually got in trouble with government and with religion because they proclaimed “Jesus is Lord” (the absolute Master and Ruler high above all nations, governments, and religions). Their declaration of dependence on and surrender to the supreme authority … Continue reading →

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Guilty Pleasures?

Posted on May 4, 2015 by Steve Simms

Is the phrase “guilty pleasures” an oxymoron? Here are some thoughts about guilt: To do wrong and feel entitled to have no guilt is like burning your hand and feeling entitled to have no pain. Guilt and pain are danger … Continue reading →

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