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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 gods of human nature are deceptive

Posted on June 8, 2021 by Steve Simms

The gods of human nature are deceptive. When the impulses of the conscience are shut down, the gods of feeling and desire have free reign. Feelings and desires work better as our servants than as our gods. When we exalt … Continue reading →

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Feelings, desires, & opinions lead to illusion more often than to reality

Posted on June 6, 2021 by Steve Simms

Our feelings, desires, don’t opinions don’t always tell us the truth. Sometimes they lie. The strength of a feeling, desire, or opinion is not a measure of its importance or accuracy. Many of our feelings, desires, and opinions don’t “follow … Continue reading →

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Weeding out corruption must begin in your own heart

Posted on June 6, 2021 by Steve Simms

To lieIs to denyReality,Exchanging itFor childishMake believe. Be a look outWho looks withinTo guard your heartFrom corruption. Corruption is supported by lies. Truth telling exposes it. Lying is the doorway to corruption. Weeding out corruption must begin in your own … Continue reading →

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When God gives you a nudge, don’t refuse to budge

Posted on June 6, 2021 by Steve Simms

To refuse to budgeWhen God gives a nudgeIs to quench the Spirit.The Bible says not to do that. To put your desiresAhead of the Spirit’s leadingIs stompingGod’s prompting. Inclination and impulseCan be godly or ungodly.It’s important toKnow the difference. Christians … Continue reading →

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Nature calls

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Steve Simms

Walking thru the woods On a sunny day, Spots of sunlight, Scattered among the shadows, Stir something inside of me. The sound of a roaring creek Reaches my soul. Nature calls me to mysticism. I open my heart to amazing … Continue reading →

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Is it wise to celebrate ego & pride?

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Steve Simms

Love wins,But ego,Lust and insecuritySeldom do. Your egoDoesn’t knowAs much asYou think it does. It’s egoWhen you think you knowBetter than your conscience. You don’t knowWhat you don’t knowUntil you let goOf your egoAnd embrace humility. Pride makes marriageA clash … Continue reading →

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Think outside desire

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Steve Simms

Think outside desire.Wander into natureAnd ponderIts wonder. Like the plantsIn a garden,Desires in your heartCan be cultivatedOr weeded out. Desire can lead to achievement or to bondage. It all depends on how well you manage it. Hold fast to the … Continue reading →

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America is ignoring important history

Posted on June 3, 2021 by Steve Simms

Just because some people don’t want to be reminded of something doesn’t mean that it’s not an important part of history. It’s time to bring ignored (and/or denied) history into the light. Search: Off the RACE Track book.

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Pride & conscience often conflict

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Steve Simms

Conscience isLife’s inner guideThat our prideToo often sets aside. Conscience guides those who follow it. Desire dictates those who don’t. Conscience and desire seldom lead in the same direction. Following self-focused desires may satisfy for awhile, but eventually leads to … Continue reading →

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Church attendance is often a distraction from biblical Christianity

Posted on June 1, 2021 by Steve Simms

When Jesus is living, active, and speaking in your heart, a church service can be a distraction. Church attendance is like sitting on home plate. It’s time for believers to run the bases! A church service is a distraction if: 1) … Continue reading →

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