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The Secret of Breakthrough?

Posted on November 4, 2025 by Steve Simms

Almost everybody would like to have a breakthrough in their life. We hope for, long for, and strive for a breakthrough. Unfortunately, after various periods of time, many of us give up on the idea of a breakthrough and settle … Continue reading →

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The True Holiday Spirit

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Steve Simms

“The Fruit of the Vineyard” will release the true holiday spirit! Celebrate “The Fruit of the Vineyard Day” every single day of the year! Jesus wants His followers to surrender to and be continually led by the Holy Spirit. (Romans … Continue reading →

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Everybody Should Know About This Woman’s Experience

Posted on October 30, 2025 by Steve Simms

What was her name? Who did Jesus offer an inner spring of water that wells up to eternal life? Who so strongly believed in Jesus that she boldly testified about Him all over town? (John 4:7-42) The Bible doesn’t tell … Continue reading →

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I Ask for and Pursue Direct Connection with God

Posted on October 28, 2025 by Steve Simms

Enough excuses! It’s time for direct ongoing connection with the living resurrected Jesus Christ! Now’s the time to firmly “abide in the vine.” (John 15:4-5) To abide in Christ the Vine, we need to continuously breath in the air of … Continue reading →

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Being Pulled in Opposite Directions

Posted on October 26, 2025 by Steve Simms

Life is a battle. It frequently pulls us in opposite directions. We live in an inner tug of war between right and wrong. Conscience pulls one way; temptation another. People need to beware! (Luke 12:1) It’s easy to think you … Continue reading →

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An Unusual Food

Posted on October 23, 2025 by Steve Simms

My specialty is a food that many people know nothing about. It’s truly amazing. I try to consume this food as often as I can. I learned about this food in the Bible. Jesus said: “I have food to eat … Continue reading →

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An Easier Way to Live

Posted on October 17, 2025 by Steve Simms

Someone said that lazy people look for an easier way to do things. Perhaps all of us humans need an easier way to do life. Instead of constantly stressing and striving to feel better about our self-image, perhaps we should … Continue reading →

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Try Faithfulness

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Steve Simms

Faithfulness? Faithfulness is repeatedly and consistently doing what is right. Being continually faithful to God in small things produces great strength. This is how faith works. Faith is faithfulness. When faithfulness is the hardest rise to the occasion. Persistently seek … Continue reading →

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Maturity (Step-by Step)

Posted on October 11, 2025 by Steve Simms

I heard the word (and acrostic) PETS throughout the night last night. A powerful way to feel “like a grown up” is to put PETS into daily action. PETS for spreading faith, hope, and love are: P — Pray with … Continue reading →

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I’m Attempting to Abide

Posted on October 9, 2025 by Steve Simms

Hey good looking (all nice and religious) what ya got cooking in your soul? Where is the fruit of the Spirit in your thoughts, feelings, desires, opinions, and actions. I don’t know about you, but I am constantly attempting to … Continue reading →

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