Author Archives: Steve Simms

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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!

Revival requires night vision

Posted on September 7, 2023 by Steve Simms

It’s time for churches to train and release everyone in the congregation to actively listen to and obey, “the presence of Jesus in the people of God for the sake of the world.” This is what it will take to … Continue reading →

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An American germophobic in India

Posted on September 6, 2023 by Steve Simms

India scared me. Everywhere I looked I saw germs. (Well, I didn’t actually see them, but I knew they were there, lurking about and ready to pounce on me in a moment of carelessness.) For 3 months I was living … Continue reading →

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I choose to beware of the Chosen series . . .

Posted on September 5, 2023 by Steve Simms

The Bible begins with creation and the Creator is the eternal, almighty God. However, there is a religion that disguises itself as Christian but hides the fact that it doesn’t believe that God is the Creator. That religion, Mormonism, is … Continue reading →

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Home should look (and be) safe and secure.

Posted on September 5, 2023 by Steve Simms

To me the ideal home is a place that’s: Free from anger, hostility, unforgiveness, hatred, and bitterness. Full of kindness, humility, compassion, and caring. Overflowing with peace, joy, hope, and understanding. A man and a woman bound together by never-ending … Continue reading →

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Jesus started a movement, not an organization.

Posted on September 4, 2023 by Steve Simms

Jesus created a movement not an institution. When a religious organization replaced the first century Jesus Movement, much was lost in Christianity. What did Jesus do? He initiated a spiritual movement in human hearts. He didn’t start a formalized religious … Continue reading →

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Seeing people being aware of Jesus

Posted on September 4, 2023 by Steve Simms

When I see people becoming aware of the actual presence and power of the living Jesus and I behold the awe in their eyes and the radiance of their countenance, I’m deeply moved to joyous tears. That’s why I love … Continue reading →

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I’m thrilled, therefore I blog.

Posted on September 3, 2023 by Steve Simms

René Descartes said, “I think, therefore I am.” I say, “I’m thrilled, therefore I blog.” The thrill within me cries out for expression. I want to share my joy with other people so that they too can experience it. That … Continue reading →

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Can we interview God?

Posted on September 2, 2023 by Steve Simms

When I wake up in the mornings I stay quietly in bed and interview God. I ask Him to speak to me and ideas start to form deep in my heart. I lay there patiently, and those ideas begin to … Continue reading →

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The awareness that fills me with joyful feelings!

Posted on September 1, 2023 by Steve Simms

I woke up this morning with the phrase “conscious awareness of Jesus” wandering through my heart. That has influenced how I am now feeling. Right now (and most of the time) I feel very joyful to be aware of the … Continue reading →

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The habit of an open heart

Posted on August 31, 2023 by Steve Simms

I pray the Jesus Prayer through out the day and wholeheartedly adore the risen Jesus. The Jesus Prayer is a prayer that ancient Eastern Orthodox monks used to repeat throughout the day as a way to obey the biblical exhortation … Continue reading →

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