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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!

A “handy” example of how Christ’s body should function

Posted on April 8, 2023 by Steve Simms

“If the foot should say, ‘Because I am not a hand, I do not belong to the body,’ that would not make it any less a part of the body.” (1 Corinthians 12:15.) The resurrected body of Jesus ascended into … Continue reading →

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Is the Easter holiday a spiritual distraction?

Posted on April 7, 2023 by Steve Simms

People who truly believe Jesus is alive and available either cling to Him or avoid Him. They don’t enjoy lukewarm religion. See Revelation 3:16. If you truly believe Jesus is risen from the dead and present with you, then you’ll … Continue reading →

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Tune in to the resurrected Jesus . . .

Posted on April 6, 2023 by Steve Simms

I woke up this morning with the answer to the question, “How did you emerge on the other side of temptation?” running through my mind and heart before I read that question on a blog post just now. Here’s the … Continue reading →

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“Reproductive rights” & freedom of speech

Posted on April 5, 2023 by Steve Simms

“Reproductive health care” and “reproductive rights” are by definition about helping babies be conceived and born alive. Tearing babies apart before birth is anti-reproductive. Freedom of speech is the right to openly disagree with people. It’s not the right to … Continue reading →

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Noticing Jesus!

Posted on April 5, 2023 by Steve Simms

Jesus-spottings,Jesus-encounters,Jesus-miracles,Jesus-friendship,And Christ in you:All are happening todayBecause He is risen indeed! Too often the risen Jesus is unobserved. His resurrection is proclaimed but His presence isn’t noticed. We need to recognize Jesus not just hear talks about Him. Go beyond … Continue reading →

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There’s never enough confetti to heal an empty heart.

Posted on April 4, 2023 by Steve Simms

An empty heart doesn’t appreciate Jesus’ empty tomb, but a heart full of His presence continually celebrates His resurrection! Discover the risen Jesus this week, not on a church calendar but with your heart! There’s never enough confetti to heal … Continue reading →

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An observation: A society that promotes sexual confusion produces much mistaken identity.

Posted on April 4, 2023 by Steve Simms
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Hostile language can provoke unintended violent actions. Let’s disagree with kindness.

Posted on April 4, 2023 by Steve Simms
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The Bible says to be “governed by the Spirit.”

Posted on April 3, 2023 by Steve Simms

When religion seems deadLook aheadTo beholdThe Lamb of GodAnd be Spirit-led. “The Spirit Himself testifies with our Spirit that we are God’s children.” Romans 8:16. Whew! Life doesn’t get any better than that! Live your life “in the new way … Continue reading →

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Does your heart dance with Jesus?

Posted on April 2, 2023 by Steve Simms

Sermons can’t teach you to dance with the living Jesus. Let Him have your heart and lead you to always follow His steps. An unwilling heart won’t dance with Jesus. It avoids His presence. Hearing and saying religious words doesn’t … Continue reading →

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