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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!

I need a perfect leader

Posted on September 15, 2023 by Steve Simms

I need to follow a perfect leader. Too often who and/or what I have followed has led me in ways that were unhelpful and harmful. When I’ve followed my feelings and desires, they have deceived me. When I’ve followed my … Continue reading →

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Obvious Observations We Often Overlook (OOWOO)

Posted on September 15, 2023 by Steve Simms

Obviously, it’s important not to overlook the obvious, but we often do. Here are some obvious observations we often overlook (OOWOO).

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The Bible Barney radiated encouragement.

Posted on September 14, 2023 by Steve Simms

The Bible “Barney” was such an encouragement to people that the early Christians gave him the nickname, “Son of Encouragement.” His secret was full surrender to “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” (“Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the … Continue reading →

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My favorite word is Greek to me.

Posted on September 13, 2023 by Steve Simms

Although I don’t speak Greek, my favorite book was written in Greek, so I have learned several Greek words that help me understand it better. One of those words is ekklesia. It’s definitely one of my favorite words. Although ekklesia … Continue reading →

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Humans are “awed-able”

Posted on September 12, 2023 by Steve Simms

Christ followers are invited to live in the awe of God. Because of what Jesus has done for us, we are able to daily partake of the tree of life and be in awe of God’s mercy toward us. Open, … Continue reading →

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The red flag of pride

Posted on September 12, 2023 by Steve Simms

Human pride is a red flag. It’s a warning of danger. Beware of pride. A wise person said: “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.” The more our ego goes up, the more our safety and security … Continue reading →

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A Spirit-led week (isn’t weak)

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Steve Simms

My ideal week is to be Spirit-led. It is to go where Jesus prompts me to go and to do what He prompts me to do. I’ve never achieved such a perfect week but that’s always my goal. I have … Continue reading →

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God sees thru the disguise of your lies!

Posted on September 11, 2023 by Steve Simms

God sees through the lies of your disguise. Lies, regardless of their size, are deceptive. Deception deploys darkness and destroys our ability to discern and walk in truth. As Christ-followers we need to be careful that we don’t deny the … Continue reading →

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Giving the glory to the One who gives the ability

Posted on September 10, 2023 by Steve Simms

Professional football players have a saying: “NFL means Not For Long.” They realize that their football career will be a short and a small part of their life. Many of them realize that they need to use their fame and … Continue reading →

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I want the presence and power of Jesus, not a pulpit and a platform

Posted on September 9, 2023 by Steve Simms

A pulpit controlled and dominated by one man silences the rest of the body of Christ. When ordinary Christ-followers are prompted by God’s Spirit to speak, the preacher in the pulpit too often says, “Zip it!” Words from the pulpit … Continue reading →

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