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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!

The “8-p” beati-links taught by Jesus

Posted on November 7, 2021 by Steve Simms

The Beatitudes are a series of life-links–steps that progress toward a life governed by the living God. They were beautifully spoken by Jesus in what is known as The Sermon on the Mount. I call them the beati-links. They’re like … Continue reading →

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Can you handle these truth jolts?

Posted on November 6, 2021 by Steve Simms

It’s better to be shocked by truth than snared by a comfortable untruth. Truth leads to freedom, lies to bondage. One of the most unused human rights is the right to change your opinion. When someone disagrees with you, it … Continue reading →

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Uses for excuses

Posted on November 5, 2021 by Steve Simms

Excuses help us avoid doing what needs to be done. They can turn challenges into roadblocks. Excuses can be used to negate opportunities. They’re able to convince us that a good idea won’t work. To continually make excuses is a … Continue reading →

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A sincere apology is worth a thousand excuses

Posted on November 4, 2021 by Steve Simms

No excuse is a sufficient substitute for a sincere apology. There’s no excuse for unkindness. Excuses are motivated by fear of the truth. Excessive excuses expose a guilty conscience. When you make an excuse for something, you’re admitting that you … Continue reading →

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Some astonishing thoughts

Posted on November 3, 2021 by Steve Simms

On a dark nightLook upAnd be astonishedBy the stars. To be astonished by beauty, waft away in it’s wonder, refreshes the heart. Life only gets old when you’re bored with it. Watching ocean waves washes me in astonishment and so … Continue reading →

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Delight in the Light

Posted on November 3, 2021 by Steve Simms

Glorious joy Words cannot express, Peace beyond Comprehension, A heart aflame With amazing love.

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The shadow-land of self expression

Posted on November 2, 2021 by Steve Simms

Self is a shadow-land of light and darkness. Self-expression without discernment is dangerous. If you don’t let your conscience monitor your self-expression, you’ll be expressing much that is a mixed-up mess. Humans express way too much hatred, anger, and hostility, … Continue reading →

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Anger’s no fun / inspiration’s a blast

Posted on November 1, 2021 by Steve Simms

Our desires are frequently illogical. If we allow them to dominate us, we gradually abandon reason. Healing will start when you open your heart. The mask to avoid is the inner mask you use to hide your heart from other … Continue reading →

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Temptation I-land lessons

Posted on October 29, 2021 by Steve Simms

As humans we find ourselves marooned on our own I-land. Escaping is the key to happiness. All men are natural I-land people. It takes discipline, training, and self-denial to focus on others. Self is a topical island where it’s hard … Continue reading →

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Breakthrough gift-giving ideas

Posted on October 28, 2021 by Steve Simms

To give someoneAn emotional liftIs a great gift. Give moreThan a presentTo open.Give somethingThat will openPeople’s heart. A simple giftThat shows you careCan help someone bearTheir pain and despair. A thoughtful giftCan create a happy memoryThat lasts a lifetime. An … Continue reading →

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