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About Steve Simms

I like to look and think outside the box. In college I encountered Jesus Christ and I have been passionate about trying to get to know Him better ever since. My wife and I long to see the power and passion of the first Christ-followers come to life in our time. I have written a book about our experiences in non-traditional church, called, "Beyond Church: An Invitation To Experience The Lost Word Of The Bible--Ekklesia." If you need encouragement, search for: Elephants Encouraging The Room and/or check out my Amazon author page. Thank you!

How to Wash Feet

Posted on June 16, 2026 by Steve Simms

How did Jesus wash feet? We know the physical actions that Jesus took in order to do the task. But what were the inner actions that enabled Him to do such a humble thing? John 13:3-5 describes three things: 1) … Continue reading →

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Healthy Boundaries Are Saturated With Love

Posted on June 15, 2026 by Steve Simms

Jesus calls His followers to humbly serve people. If you feel like you have to put people down in order to lift up and defend your opinions, perhaps you are insecure about what you say you believe. Be polite. People … Continue reading →

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Lifestyle is More Important Than Location

Posted on June 14, 2026 by Steve Simms

Jesus lived a lifestyle of obedience. He lived the way that the Scriptures instructed Him to and He obeyed the voice of the Heavenly Father. We can too. To do the Word is to build your life on the rock. … Continue reading →

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A Meme — There’s a Cross for Me

Posted on June 13, 2026 by Steve Simms

Jesus made forgiveness a requirement for discipleship. He said: “If you forgive other people when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive others their sins, your Father will not forgive … Continue reading →

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The Culture of Light, Openness, and Compassion

Posted on June 12, 2026 by Steve Simms

I’ve found a culture of light, openness, and compassion. It’s a rare culture that’s not easy to find because it is scattered among various groups of people in different countries all across the globe. I long to see that culture … Continue reading →

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My Country is the Kingdom of God

Posted on June 11, 2026 by Steve Simms

My country is the kingdom of God. God has freely rescued me from the kingdom of darkness and brought me into His Kingdom with the risen Jesus as my King and Lord. (Colossians 1:13) The biggest mistakes people make about … Continue reading →

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God’s Music in My Heart

Posted on June 10, 2026 by Steve Simms

“The LORD your God in your midst, The Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing.” (Zephaniah 3:17 NKJV) The more I listen to and … Continue reading →

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Fear of Deception Can Be a Good Fear

Posted on June 9, 2026 by Steve Simms

Deception is dangerous. The fear of deception is often a good fear. Believing something or someone too quickly often leads to sincerely believing something that isn’t true. Be not deceived. Deception is to believe a lie. No human being can … Continue reading →

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Beyond Self-Confidence

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Steve Simms

Christians don’t need self-confidence or political power. Christ’s kingdom is not of this world. (John 18:36) Political power tends to make Christians proud, self-righteous, and authoritarian. Instead, Christians need confidence in and reliance on the presence and power of the … Continue reading →

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Together We Can Help People Receive Healing from Jesus

Posted on June 7, 2026 by Steve Simms

Church could be a support group that facilitates testimonies, healing, and repentance. When Christians gather on Sunday to merely sit and listen, they miss out on the mutual encouragement that the Bible commands them to do. (Hebrews 10:24-25 & 1 … Continue reading →

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