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Casual (Lukewarm) Christianity Raises a Red Flag With Me

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Steve Simms

Casual, lukewarm Christianity raises a red flag with me. Why? Because of what Jesus said in Revelation 3:16: “Because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am about to spit you out of my mouth.” Jesus preaches. The kingdom of God … Continue reading →

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I Feel Inner Peace

Posted on August 16, 2025 by Steve Simms

Through the decades I have come to have inner peace — a sense of joyful contentment — in my life. It hasn’t come all at once, but little by little. It hasn’t happened easily. I’ve kicked and screamed along the … Continue reading →

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Lighting Up For Life, Not Just For Emergencies

Posted on August 14, 2025 by Steve Simms

This morning I walked out into the slowly disappearing darkness. There as I stood between the dim early morning moonlight and the newly rising sunlight I heard an inner voice say, “It’s all My Light.” I love to let the … Continue reading →

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I Want to Help People Purchase Mental Wealth

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Steve Simms

There are many thieves that constantly strive to steal our mental wealth — the riches of inner peace, contentment, satisfaction, joy, appreciation, gratitude, harmonious relationships, and self-control. Most of us humans have never learned to successfully set up a security … Continue reading →

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Be Encouraged. There is Hope.

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Steve Simms

* Life can be better.* Choices matter. * Hurts can be healed.* Attitude matters. * Guilt can be forgiven.* Thoughts and words matter.* People can change. * Encouragement is powerful.* Hope can arise. * Jesus became real to me in … Continue reading →

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Divine Romance — Trumpets and Torches

Posted on July 3, 2025 by Steve Simms

A man named Gideon encountered the supernatural God. He listened and obeyed and changed history with trumpets and torches. You can read his story in Judges chapter 7. Here’s what Gideon’s bold and courageous example says to me. Break out … Continue reading →

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A Collection from Out of This World

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Steve Simms

I have a wonderful out-of-this-world collection that I treasure and keep safe and secure deep inside of my heart. It’s a collection of inspiring thoughts that have spoken to me in profound, life changing ways. I frequently ponder various ones … Continue reading →

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My Wedding Ring and the Challenge to Be Faithful

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Steve Simms

I was asked, “What is the oldest thing you’re wearing today?” It’s my wedding ring which is a symbol of love and commitment. Its a challenge and constant reminder to be faithful to live out and demonstrate the love I … Continue reading →

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I Strive To Follow the Inner Objectivity of God the Holy Spirit

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Steve Simms

There is nothing subjective about God the Holy Spirit, (Romans 8:14) “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” (Colossians 1:27) He’s not the product of our human feelings or imaginations. He’s the Creator of the universe. We need to learn … Continue reading →

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Training to be Fruitful

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Steve Simms

This is the message you have heard from the beginning: We should love one another.” (1 John 3:11) Let’s do it now. Christ-followers let’s train to love better every time we gather. It’s not enough just to hear more sermons … Continue reading →

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