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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!

Is Humble Heart-to-Heart Conversation Outdated?

Posted on July 18, 2026 by Steve Simms

Simple survey: Which do you prefer — the poem or the prose? 1)PassiveDepressionIsn’t goodFor yourMental health.Get up.Get helping.Get hope. Or 2)Passive depression isn’t good for your mental health. Get up, Get helping. Get hope. Answer in the comments. Please like … Continue reading →

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There’s No Excuse To Hide

Posted on July 17, 2026 by Steve Simms

The Bible calls on Christians to walk in the light. (Ephesians 5:8-10) Light exposes things. To walk in the light is to allow the hidden things in your heart to be exposed. It is to “confess your sins to each … Continue reading →

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Who Or What Is Shaping You?

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Steve Simms

Faith unappliedIs Christ denied.Let Him directYou from insideAnd make you kind.Then you will findTrue happiness. A man with an unclean spirit saw Jesus from afar. He ran to Jesus and fell down before Him. Then Jesus supernaturally set him free! … Continue reading →

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Quotes from The Book “The Jesus Revolution Southern Style”

Posted on July 15, 2026 by Steve Simms

“The Jesus Revolution Southern Style” is by Jimmy Hoppers. “This is the eyewitness account of God’s revival on a small southern campus. We couldn’t make this stuff up if we tried.” “The Jesus Revolution was more than what has been … Continue reading →

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What To Do When You’re Feeling Weak

Posted on July 15, 2026 by Steve Simms

Internalize The Storm Calming Jesus An institutionalized Jesus is stuffy, powerless, and controlled by religious organizations. He’s a different Jesus (2 Corinthians 11:14) than the One presented in the Bible. The biblical Jesus is peace-giving (John 14:27) and storm-calming. (Mark … Continue reading →

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9 Greek Words That Can Set Your Heart on Fire

Posted on July 14, 2026 by Steve Simms

The world today is awash in technology. The English word technology comes from two Greek words: tekhne meaning “skill” and logia meaning “the study of.” Yet with all of our technology, knowledge, and skills our hearts aren’t filled with love, … Continue reading →

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25 Flow of God Circuit Breakers

Posted on July 13, 2026 by Steve Simms

1) Pride,2) Self-righteousness,3) Religious control,4) Guilt,5) Sin,6) Consumerism,7) Fear,8) Anger,9) Hatred,11) Politics,12) Stubbornness,12) Impatience,13) Negativity,14) Unbelief,15) Lies,16) Injustice,17) Impurity,18) Disrespect,19) Anxiety,20) Worry,21) Unkindness,22) Disobedience,23) Rebellion,24) Love of wealth,25) Self-focus. Another powerful way to quench the Holy Spirit is to systematize … Continue reading →

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25 Pride-Push-Aways

Posted on July 12, 2026 by Steve Simms

If you’ll push away your pride God will work powerfully both inside you and through you. Here’s a list of powerful pride push-aways. 1) Speaking the truth in love,2) Considering others better than yourself,3) Praying for those who mistreat you,4) … Continue reading →

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Mosaic Assembly

Posted on July 11, 2026 by Steve Simms

Putting it all together . . . Broken piecesOf colored tileAre assembledBeautifullyBy an artistOf mosaics. Broken peopleWith humble heartsAre assembledBeautifullyTo be guidedAnd directedBy God’s Spirit.(Hebrews 10:24-25)

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Joy Gets Me Through Life’s Hard Times

Posted on July 10, 2026 by Steve Simms

When I pursue happiness in happenings nothing much happens. O, I might experience a laugh or two and a little pleasure here and there but nothing long lasting. Years ago, when I quit seeking happiness and began to seek first … Continue reading →

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