Tag Archives: Christian spirituality

The Waterdown Name of “Christian”

Posted on November 3, 2024 by Steve Simms

The name Christian came from the ancient Greek term “Christianos” meaning follower of Christ. Today many people claim the name who follow their own opinions, feelings, and desires instead of following and obeying “Christ in you, the hope of glory,” … Continue reading →

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The Freedom to Spontaneously Delight in Wonder and Goodness

Posted on October 28, 2024 by Steve Simms

Help is here! There’s a way out of the pressure of adulting that frees people up to be a kid at heart and gives them the freedom to spontaneously delight in wonder and goodness. The body of Christ was designed … Continue reading →

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Being A Witness

Posted on October 23, 2024 by Steve Simms

Witnesses are people who testify about what they have seen and heard. They help other people discover the truth about various situations. The last thing that Jesus is recorded as saying to his disciples is “You shall be my witnesses.” … Continue reading →

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This Changes My Mind Throughout Each Day

Posted on October 3, 2024 by Steve Simms

My mind is being changed every day. The more I listen and the more I humbly obey, the more my mind grows in its ability to think beyond my own desires, feelings, and opinions. My most important listening isn’t hearing … Continue reading →

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Beyond AI and Computer Intelligence

Posted on October 1, 2024 by Steve Simms

It is easy to rely on AI and computer intelligence, but I am called to rely on an intelligence beyond that. I’m not talking about my own intelligence, but the supernatural wisdom that comes from direct revelation from the living … Continue reading →

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I Try to Pay More Attention to These Words

Posted on September 29, 2024 by Steve Simms

Only the risen Jesus can give you “clean hands and a pure heart.” Christ is known through conversation and heart-to-heart relationship with Him, not just by learning information about Him. Start talking to Jesus and listening to Him day and … Continue reading →

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More Humility / More Surrender

Posted on September 22, 2024 by Steve Simms

I could humble myself more day by day. I could lay down my pride and surrender my will more fully to the Good Shepherd. My Shepherd Jesus the risen LordIs my pastor (shepherd).I lack nothing.He leads me.He refreshes me.He guides … Continue reading →

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Your Heart Can Travel When Your Body’s Stuck at Home

Posted on September 2, 2024 by Steve Simms

I live in Nashville, Tennessee. The most miles I’ve traveled from away from home was on a trip I took to India. I volunteered in that nation for three months and it was an amazing experience. However, the furthest I … Continue reading →

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Hope Awareness Time

Posted on August 24, 2024 by Steve Simms

My favorite time of day is transcendent awareness time. I love it when I’m aware of hope in the midst of seeming hopelessness. I love the time when I am aware of an inner encouragement regardless of my outward circumstances. … Continue reading →

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Motivated by discipleship!

Posted on August 20, 2024 by Steve Simms

For me, every day should be a day of discipleship! What does that mean? The way Christians “make disciples” has changed drastically from the first century. Today Christians rarely even used the word disciple. Instead, they sit in rows, passively … Continue reading →

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