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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!

When life is a sinking boat

Posted on September 26, 2023 by Steve Simms

I could do more of many different things, but if I did more of some things, the quality of my life would be much lower. Some of my thoughts, desires, feelings, and behaviors confuse me and capture me with deception. … Continue reading →

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Does God really have good news for humanity?

Posted on September 26, 2023 by Steve Simms

To tell God’s Good News accurately, we must know it. To tell it effectively, with faith’s supernatural substance, we must allow it to continually burn in our heart. How can we tell Christ’s story with the Holy Spirit’s fire? Before … Continue reading →

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Mother Mary’s advice . . .

Posted on September 25, 2023 by Steve Simms

The best advice I’ve ever received came from Mary, the mother of Jesus. She told a group of people: “Whatever He (Jesus) says to you, do it.” Mary’s advice is often stated as “Just do it.” Unfortunately, our society likes … Continue reading →

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The boldness of Stephen in the Bible book of Acts!

Posted on September 25, 2023 by Steve Simms

In the Bible book of Acts Stephen was charged with continually speaking “against the law” (the religion of the Pharisees) and saying that Jesus wants to change things. Rather than directly answering “the charges,” Stephen began to boldly testify and … Continue reading →

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My energizer is an inner presence, not a thing.

Posted on September 24, 2023 by Steve Simms

I love the kinetic energy Of God’s spiritual motion Empowering my heart. It’s more than A mental notion Or a human emotion. It’s an inner flow That makes me grow And causes me to know The reality of Christ’s presence … Continue reading →

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I live in order to be able to:

Posted on September 23, 2023 by Steve Simms

I live in order to be able to: (I don’t always succeed at these things, but they are written on my heart and are always my goal.) Neglecting to find a healthy focus for your life will blur your days … Continue reading →

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Basic Christian beliefs

Posted on September 22, 2023 by Steve Simms

If you’ll listen to your conscience and let it show you where you’re off track, it will lead you to truth with the aid of God’s Spirit. (See Romans 9:1.) By our sin we have separated ourselves from God, but … Continue reading →

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I’d like to know more about happiness . . .

Posted on September 22, 2023 by Steve Simms

I’d like to know more about happiness, not just in my mind, but in my heart. I want to know more about inner peace, not as a topic but as an ongoing reality. More information without inner transformation isn’t what … Continue reading →

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The Jesus Zone (aka the kingdom of God)

Posted on September 22, 2023 by Steve Simms

The Jesus Zone is transformative! Living in the Jesus Zone makes life marvelous (even with all of its troubles). I woke up this morning with these thoughts about the Jesus Zone (aka the kingdom of God): When Christians begin to … Continue reading →

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Christ’s call to be uncomfortable

Posted on September 21, 2023 by Steve Simms

Jesus doesn’t call people to be comfortable and entertained. He calls His followers to go beyond the conventional religious wisdom and church structures of our age and to become a living demonstration of His presence and power. I woke up … Continue reading →

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