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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!

Jesus is the path to joy

Posted on November 12, 2023 by Steve Simms

The more joy you have from Jesus the less you the less you follow “the pursuit of happiness” anywhere else. God’s Spirit, when welcomed into a human heart, produces joy. When Christianity abandons the living Jesus it becomes joyless and … Continue reading →

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I skip for joy

Posted on November 12, 2023 by Steve Simms

Every day I work to skip away. I’m a skipper because I try to opt out of life’s distractions. I love to skip the following things in order to make much room for joy in my life. I strive to … Continue reading →

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A hearing heart

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Steve Simms

Let God’s Spirit continually urge you to stay focused on the urgency of always aligning your heart and your lifestyle to Jesus and His will. Continually interact with the grace of God. Let Jesus cleanse and restore your heart every … Continue reading →

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I don’t have a prized possession.

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Steve Simms

Material things mean very little to me. I’ve never spent very much money on them. I very seldom see a material thing that I want or need. When I do I tend to buy the cheapest version of it. When … Continue reading →

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Streaming innernet podcasts

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Steve Simms

I stream uplifting innernet podcasts. There I said it! You may think I’m crazy (or that I don’t know how to spell), but that’s okay. Innernet podcasts are so exciting, empowering, and energizing that your opinion of me is not … Continue reading →

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My favorite subjects weren’t taught in school.

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Steve Simms

For some reason my favorite subjects weren’t taught in school. I’ve had to explore and learn them on my own. They include positive thinking, creativity, self-control, character development, awe, openheartedness, forgiveness, hopefulness, kindness, gratitude, joy, inner peace, humility, world peace, … Continue reading →

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Here’s the news:

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Steve Simms

Here’s the news. People accuse And abuse Each other. They try to hide Behind their pride. They excuse Their behavior And they blame Other people For their shame. They ignore That they need Jesus To be their Savior. Lord, have … Continue reading →

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I use screen time to show and tell not to passively consume and gel.

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Steve Simms

I’m not on screens to be influenced by our culture of confusion and chaos. My purpose is to share the joy and peace that overflow from within me. My goal is to be a missionary of hope not a mission … Continue reading →

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Life takes time

Posted on November 5, 2023 by Steve Simms

Life is a season. It’s a growth process. Growth requires time. Like all human beings and other living things, I need time to develop and mature. However, time alone isn’t enough for me to fully grow into maturity. I also … Continue reading →

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What can we count on in 3 years?

Posted on November 4, 2023 by Steve Simms

In our chaotic, crazy, and cruel world, what can we count on to give us hope that life will be bearable in three years (or thirty-three years)? We can’t count on politicians. They’re a moral mess. We can’t count on … Continue reading →

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