Tag Archives: spiritual formation

Who Or What Is Shaping You?

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Steve Simms

Faith unappliedIs Christ denied.Let Him directYou from insideAnd make you kind.Then you will findTrue happiness. A man with an unclean spirit saw Jesus from afar. He ran to Jesus and fell down before Him. Then Jesus supernaturally set him free! … Continue reading →

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Was Your Faith Merely Taught You?

Posted on July 6, 2026 by Steve Simms

Christianity isMore than just being taughtIdeas from the Bible,And acting as you ought.Let your whole heart be caughtBy Christ living in youAnd bringing every thoughtTo align with His will. How did you get your faith? Is it just something that … Continue reading →

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Always Walk With Jesus

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Steve Simms

The kingdom of God is coming. Everything will one day align with God’s will. Get a head start. Begin to allow the risen Jesus to align you with His will and govern you from within throughout each day. Why are … Continue reading →

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Christian, Write! Spread God-Sparks

Posted on May 27, 2026 by Steve Simms

Christians, write. Spread God-Sparks like Luke did when he wrote the book of Acts and like John did when He wrote the book of Revelation. My favorite Philosopher to have dinner with is Jesus Christ. John quotes Jesus as saying: … Continue reading →

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What’s The Use?

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Steve Simms

Life is like riding a bicycle. Which bike are you riding? The rickety bike of tormenting thoughts, desires, and feelings that strive to steal, to kill, and destroy your soul? (John 10:1) Or the grace-filled bike of Spirit-led discipleship and … Continue reading →

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Thinking About (Spiritual) Lifeguards

Posted on May 20, 2026 by Steve Simms

If God’s spiritual life is within you, you have been freely given the supernatural gift of the new birth. Be a lifeguard Watch over, protect, and nurture it. Never take it for granted. Follow these steps from “The Parable of … Continue reading →

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I Stay Motivated by Speaking In Tongues

Posted on May 17, 2026 by Steve Simms

“And pray in the Spirit on all occasions . . .” (Ephesians 6:18) Praying in the Spirit (in tongues) is incredibly powerful! Tongues are a gift from God meant to help you, not something to fear. If you are hungry … Continue reading →

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Every Day’s A Holy Day For Me

Posted on April 30, 2026 by Steve Simms

I’m always needingThe direct leadingOf God the Spirit —His inner voice,I need to hear itAnd to draw near it.Deep within my soul.I’m like a seedling.In order to growI need God’s life flowRising within me.He keeps me feedingOn His sweet presence.Daily … Continue reading →

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The Risk of Being Appreciative

Posted on April 24, 2026 by Steve Simms

To be genuinely appreciative of the good things in your life requires taking the risk of humility, openness, sensitivity, and vulnerability. It’s a risk I’m learning to take throughout each day. It’s a risk I’ve never regretted. People celebrateWhat they … Continue reading →

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The Path I’ve Taken Has Brought Me To This

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Steve Simms

A Fire Alarm and Trumpet Sound Church attendance without discipleship is:* Listening to a talk about Jesus instead of becoming more like Him, (2 Corinthians 3:18)* A passive audience without participatory interactive action, (James 1:22-25)* A lecture instead of a … Continue reading →

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