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Freedom From Undue Dependance on Possessions

Posted on October 4, 2025 by Steve Simms

Possessions can weigh us down and distract us from more important things in life like inner peace, family relationships, justice, concern for people in need, or faith. It’s wonderful to be free from undue dependance on possessions. Jesus sent His … Continue reading →

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Never buy enough (be enough)

Posted on November 26, 2018 by Steve Simms

You can never buy enough physical things to make up for inner emptiness. Don’t settle for incomplete shopping: “With all your getting get understanding.” –Proverbs 4:7 An abundance of stuff has failed to “Make America kind within.” Greatness exudes kindness … Continue reading →

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The Right Stuff or The Real Deal?

Posted on December 24, 2014 by Steve Simms

Right Stuff? Or Real Deal? You don’t have to Shop 4 the right stuff When you know that Christ is the real deal! Give the gift of your testimony — show and tell what God has done! Christmas present — … Continue reading →

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A Bleak (oops, I mean “Black”) Friday Thought . . .

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Steve Simms

A Bleak (oops I mean Black) Friday Thought: We shop for stuff thinking stuff will satisfy the seeking, striving, and searching of our soul. Sadly, surrounded with stuff upon stuff, our soul still starves!

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Super Bowl Or Super Goal?

Posted on February 5, 2011 by Steve Simms

The Super Bowl is big.  Super Bowl Sunday is the second-largest day for food consumption in the United States after Thanksgiving Day.  Munch, munch.  Most years the Super Bowl is the number one watched show on television.  Even Super Bowl commercials are big, being the most costly … Continue reading →

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