Category Archives: spirituality

Doves Point Me to God the Holy Spirit

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Steve Simms

I love doves because they represent the Holy Spirit. When God the Son — Jesus — was baptized, God the Holy Spirit came on Him like a dove, and God the Father spoke: “This is My Son, whom I love; with … Continue reading →

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My “Crazy” Business

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Steve Simms

Here’s some crazy looking hope for a world that’s truly crazy. My “crazy” business keeps me sane. It’s a simple business — the daily business of focusing on and being continually led by the living, resurrected Jesus Christ. It doesn’t … Continue reading →

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Bathtub Ships

Posted on January 10, 2026 by Steve Simms

As a little boy I loved playing with toy ships and boats in the bathtub. I had several of them but as time went by, I lost them all. Far too many Christians have lost their “ships.” Here are some … Continue reading →

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Why I Write Differently

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Steve Simms

I’ve spent 5 1/2 decades devouring the Bible and storing up God’s words within me. I’ve diligently sought to absorb and obey His words. They’ve been the apple of my eye. I’ve read them almost every day, as a living … Continue reading →

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The Challenges of Having a Happy and Wise New Year

Posted on January 1, 2026 by Steve Simms

Happy New Year! I woke up with these thoughts being poured out to me and streaming through my mind and heart this beautiful New Year’s morning. My biggest challenge is to daily and actively apply the wisdom of God in … Continue reading →

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No Room for Nostalgia

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Steve Simms

There’s no room for nostalgia when every day is thrilling, healing, and joy revealing. How can you live every day like that? Recognize Christ in You (Jesus Himself) You can know many thingsThat Jesus said and didBut knowing about themIsn’t … Continue reading →

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Team Jesus (“That Whosoever Believes in Him”)

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Steve Simms

Those words from the world-famous John 3:16 Bible verse are an open invitation for any human being to trust in, rely on, depend on, have confidence in, and keep their faith in the living resurrected Jesus Christ. The belief in … Continue reading →

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Beyond Merely Studying to Freely Experiencing

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Steve Simms

How to Wake Up to Living Water All study with little or no direct experience with the risen Jesus makes Christianity boring. Is there a more powerful approach to the Gospel? Yes, indeed. Living water, rushing rivers, can be studied … Continue reading →

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I Desire So Much More Than an Awesome Car

Posted on December 26, 2025 by Steve Simms

Wake Up to (Godly) Desire To truly know Jesus, you must desire to continually encounter and interact with Him. It’s not enough just to think about Him or study about Him or hear a religious talk about Him. That’s why … Continue reading →

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What I Found In Costa Rica

Posted on December 24, 2025 by Steve Simms

I’m always searching for Spirit-led, tenderhearted Christian community that clearly demonstrates (1 Corinthians 2:4) the reality of Immanuel — God with us. (Matthew 1:23) It’s rare and it’s fragile. Even when you find it, it can quickly vanish. I most … Continue reading →

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