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!

I Love the Quaker Brand

Posted on September 24, 2025 by Steve Simms

I love the Quaker brand, but not the company that makes and sells oatmeal. I love the Society of Friends that began in the 1600s and were called Quakers as an insult because they often shook and trembled during prayer … Continue reading →

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Developing Discernment

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Steve Simms

Jesus said: “Many false prophets shall appear and deceive many people.” (Matthew 24:11) How can we recognize and avoid false prophets? Their lives will lack the fruit of the Spirit. (Galatians 5:22-23) They won’t have these qualities: * Love — … Continue reading →

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Surrender Your Heart and Your Will to The Lord

Posted on September 22, 2025 by Steve Simms

To not know the Scriptures in a way that they burn in your heart and fill you with the power of God is to be lifeless. (Matthew 22:29) True life is to love the Lord with your all in all … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Energy Doesn’t Come from a Temple

Posted on September 21, 2025 by Steve Simms

God had King Solomon build a temple. During the dedication of the temple the glory of the Lord filled the temple. All the people present knelt with their faces to the ground as they worshipped and thanked God. (2 Chronicles … Continue reading →

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“Absorborize!”

Posted on September 20, 2025 by Steve Simms

The best way to experience and enjoy music, beauty, food, and the other good things in life is to absorborize them. The analytical approach pays attention to detail but often misses the joy of a heart that has been deeply … Continue reading →

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I Always Want To Know More About This Topic

Posted on September 19, 2025 by Steve Simms

A man named Thomas had some close friends who told Him they had seen someone who had been executed and entombed, who is now alive from the dead. Of course, Thomas didn’t believe them. He quite reasonably told them that … Continue reading →

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Wisdom From Silly Playful Songs

Posted on September 19, 2025 by Steve Simms

Simple, playful, silly songs help me remember the importance of having a childlike spirit. Life can seem so rigid and serious that it’s easy to shut down and forget to be spontaneous. Fun, children’s songs remind me to set aside … Continue reading →

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Celebrate Love Throughout Every Day

Posted on September 17, 2025 by Steve Simms

True transformation isn’t to change your body. It’s to change your heart. It’s not produced by rearranging your physical appearance but by replacing your thoughts, feelings, and desires with the love and the will of God. When your full focus … Continue reading →

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How To Recognize a True Christian

Posted on September 16, 2025 by Steve Simms

When I try to use self-effort to cook up the fruit of the Spirit, I always fail. Only the Holy Spirit can produce it in my life. Here’s how to spot genuine Christ-followers. According to the Bible they are doers … Continue reading →

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The Lesson of Recovery

Posted on September 15, 2025 by Steve Simms

If your joy has been lost, it can be retrieved. If your inner peace has vanished, it can be rediscovered When love has diminished it can be restored. If your faith has faded it can be recovered. If the fruit … Continue reading →

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