Category Archives: self-righteousness

We Humans Are All Villains, Not Heroes

Posted on September 17, 2026 by Steve Simms

“We all like sheep have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way, and the Lord has laid on Him (Jesus Christ) the iniquity of us all.” (Isaiah 53:6) Self-reliance that radiates self-righteousness isn’t Christianity. It’s pride. … Continue reading →

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The Race to Erase Self-Righteousness

Posted on April 4, 2026 by Steve Simms

This isn’t an Olympic sport, but it needs to be taken seriously. It’s not a spectator sport. It’s a life-time goal for every human being. I’m talking about the human race racing to erase self-righteousness from our heart and life. … Continue reading →

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Running From Self-Righteousness

Posted on September 13, 2024 by Steve Simms

I used to be self-righteous, thinking I deserved God’s approval. Now I run away from self-righteousness every day so that I can rely on God’s mercy instead of my own goodness. Self-righteousness hardens the human heart. It tries to boost … Continue reading →

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Laying down the mic of self-righteousness

Posted on May 4, 2023 by Steve Simms

Let’s drop the mic of our opinions, feelings, desires, and self-righteousness and begin to be led by God’s Spirit in all that we think, say, and do. The redemption that came by Christ Jesus gives us supernatural inner power to … Continue reading →

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Express yourself or suppress yourself?

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Steve Simms

Contrary to popular opinion, continual self-expression leads to depression, stress, and duress. For example, contemporary culture has opened the door to almost unlimited self-expression, yet, rather than producing widespread happiness and fulfillment, we have some of the highest depression and … Continue reading →

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Biblical Christianity / Following Christ

Posted on July 30, 2013 by Steve Simms

Following the living, resurrected Jesus Christ (biblical Christianity / Jesus’ command to: “Follow Me.”) is about: Self-surrender, not self-assertion; Self-control, not self-fulfillment; Self-denial, not self-righteousness; Self-restraint, not self-indulgence; Self-discipline, not self-destruction; Self-sacrifice, not self-importance; Self-effacement, not self-promotion; Self-regulation, not self-interest; … Continue reading →

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