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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’s Your Heart? Day

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Steve Simms

In our confused culture we ignore the harvest of our heart and falsely believe that our thoughts, feelings, and desires have little or nothing to do with the quality of our life. So, we let them run wild and uncontested. … Continue reading →

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If humans were good . . .

Posted on November 2, 2023 by Steve Simms

God gives his grace to bad people. The deception that we are good people blocks our reception of His grace. Some people are ignoring the Bible (“There is none righteous, no not one,”) and boldly proclaiming that humans are good … Continue reading →

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The web hub with the holy rub!

Posted on November 2, 2023 by Steve Simms

My favorite website is Bible Hub @ https://biblehub.com/john/3-16.htm Bible Hub shows dozens of Bible translations of any Bible verse all on one page. By making it easy to compare various translations it clarifies the meaning of each verse in ways … Continue reading →

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To share Christ’s good news, it’s necessary to use words.

Posted on November 1, 2023 by Steve Simms

If you love Jesus, it’s necessary to use words and to tell people. Your silence keeps them in the dark about where you stand with Him! If Jesus has done anything in you or for you, tell it! Don’t let … Continue reading →

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Continually living the time of my life

Posted on November 1, 2023 by Steve Simms

There’s a moment in my life when everything mysteriously shifted. In one solitary instant I was changed inside and out. That marvelous moment was the time of my life and I’ve been living in the reality of that single moment … Continue reading →

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Stepping beyond casual religion and into obeying the risen Jesus

Posted on October 31, 2023 by Steve Simms

Routine religion gently rocks the spiritual cradle, but radical obedience to the risen Jesus will turn the world upside down! In spiritual warfare we must first win within before we win without. We must overcome our inner enemies, by casting … Continue reading →

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Everybody needs to know how to viscerally experience life.

Posted on October 30, 2023 by Steve Simms

Everybody needs to know how to viscerally experience the glorious wonders of being alive. A visceral approach to life is based on deep, sensitive, compassionate, heart-felt appreciation and gratitude. Perhaps these thoughts can help viscerally open your heart: Keep shrinking … Continue reading →

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Beyond “adulting.” Happiness is having a kid’s heart!

Posted on October 29, 2023 by Steve Simms

Heart-connection transcends personal viewpoints and cultural differences It reveals our shared humanity. Open your heart to people like a small child does. Be honest because deception is a heavy burden to bear. Choose to be happy. Avoid the wrongdoing and … Continue reading →

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Desperately needing spiritual awakening!

Posted on October 28, 2023 by Steve Simms

When church meets we’re rarely clothed with the mighty power and the life-changing presence of the living Jesus, but if anybody points that out, they’re criticized like the little boy in the story “The Emperor’s New Clothes.” How can we … Continue reading →

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My wife Ernie

Posted on October 27, 2023 by Steve Simms

Our world desperately needs more encouragement, compassion, and kindness. My wife Ernie spreads those qualities everywhere she goes and to everybody she meets. She overflows with words and actions that give people hope. Ernie keeps her heart open. She listens … Continue reading →

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