Tag Archives: spiritual formation

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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My Heart is Stirred

Posted on April 13, 2025 by Steve Simms

My heart is stirredBy a noble themeAs I write these versesAbout the King of Kings.(Psalm 45:1) Christ’s not a creedFor you to read.Jesus isn’tInformation.He is risen,Risen indeed,To bring you HisTransformation.Cultivate ChristInside your heart.He is the seedThe Word of God.You have … Continue reading →

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Everyday Jesus Brings Me Happiness

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Steve Simms

Is Jesus More Than a Stranger to You? Let Jesus be more than a stranger. Like anyone who is famous, people know a lot of information about Jesus. Much of His life is common knowledge. Most preachers share something about … Continue reading →

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The Spirit-Led Person of the Bible

Posted on April 7, 2025 by Steve Simms

I want to consistently be the Spirit-Led person described in the Bible. Religion has never satisfied the hunger within me, but the leading of God’s Spirit is another story. Having begun in the power of the Spirit, Israel quickly began … Continue reading →

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