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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!

Technology that distracts me from my purposeful life-track

Posted on November 29, 2023 by Steve Simms

Use technology. Don’t let it use you! The technology of distraction has no attraction for me. If you’ve read any of my blog posts, you’ve probably noticed that I have a deep sense of calling and meaning in my life, … Continue reading →

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The hard decision to be Christ-led

Posted on November 28, 2023 by Steve Simms

Christianity is about being Christ-led throughout each day. That’s a hard decision to make every day, but I’ve found that it is infinitely more than worth it! It’s especially hard to be Christ-led if you act like Jesus is dead … Continue reading →

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Spirit-led speaking isn’t scripted

Posted on November 27, 2023 by Steve Simms

Jesus told His disciples: “Whenever you are arrested and brought to trial, do not worry beforehand about what to say. Just say whatever is given you at the time, for it is not you speaking but the Holy Spirit.” As … Continue reading →

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Sleep time?

Posted on November 26, 2023 by Steve Simms

Even when I’m asleep, I focus my time and attention on Jesus. He comforts me, refreshes me, protects me from torment, and fills my mind and heart with wondrous thoughts. He’s my King and I sleep under His kingdom authority. … Continue reading →

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Can hope be lifted high in this hurting world?

Posted on November 25, 2023 by Steve Simms

Christianity presented without Christ-focused, heart-felt hope and encouragement. Church services that don’t allow the people present to publicly share their hope and faith in the living, resurrected Jesus. Christianity without open-hearted, caring and compassionate community. When a churchBecomes ekklesiaPeople will … Continue reading →

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My favorite people are Spirit-surrendered and Spirit-led!

Posted on November 24, 2023 by Steve Simms

My most favorite people are like this: If Jesus is truly our present and living Lord, we need to be led by God’s Spirit (the kingdom/government of God within us), not by religious hierarchy. Jesus’ death, resurrection, and ascension brought … Continue reading →

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How to build community

Posted on November 23, 2023 by Steve Simms

Open your heart. Be real, be vulnerable, be humble. Community isn’t just a collection of people working together. It’s people who are connecting heart-to-heart with one another. Community is more caught than taught. The best way to build it is … Continue reading →

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Thank who? (A Thanksgiving Quiz)

Posted on November 23, 2023 by Steve Simms

Who do you say thank you to . . . (check all that apply) A server in a restaurant? A clerk in a store? A client or customer? Your doctor? Your barber or hair stylist? Your mechanic? The person who … Continue reading →

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How To Avoid Hollow Days During The Holidays

Posted on November 22, 2023 by Steve Simms

Holiday hype is hollow and seldom satisfies the human heart. Jesus was born once, not once a year. Because of Jesus we can be born again and transformed by His presence. Superficial holidays frequently feel like hollow days. Open your … Continue reading →

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Using the keys to the kingdom of God

Posted on November 21, 2023 by Steve Simms

Jesus Christ is the living, present King who is calling us to personally, intimately, and corporately align with the kingdom of God. To be a part of a kingdom is to be led by a king. Citizens of the kingdom … Continue reading →

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