Tag Archives: spiritual formation

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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Jesus is Way Beyond Religion

Posted on May 10, 2025 by Steve Simms

I disagree with almost all public figures on the topic of faith and religion. I’ve been molded from within by spiritual experience, by a ravenous appetite to live out what the Bible says, and by an overwhelming love for and … Continue reading →

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Times of Refreshing

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Steve Simms

It’s amazingly refreshing when words of hope and encouragement, and insight and revelation, are flowing from within me. It makes me feel peaceful and productive. For years I have been waking up every morning with such a wonderful inner flow. … Continue reading →

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I’ve Been Helped to Look at Life Differently

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Steve Simms

Your life will look different when you look at it differently. You don’t have to keep looking at your life the same way day after day. You can look at things differently. God the Holy Spirit wants to show you … Continue reading →

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