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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!

Wanted: Tender Hearts & God’s Superstar

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Steve Simms

Wanted: Tender hearts willing to be led by the Holy Spirit. Contact God to apply. When tender hearts meet & surrender control to God’s Superstar (Jesus) ekklesia begins to take place. Dare to ask God to make your heart tender to the … Continue reading →

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Taking down statues or putting them up?

Posted on August 27, 2017 by Steve Simms

As debate and conflict rages over statues of Confederate leaders and soldiers, some are crying, “Take them down!” while others are shouting “Keep ’em up!” So how about a compromise. How about leaving the statues up, but also putting up … Continue reading →

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The Jesus-Serenity Prayer

Posted on August 27, 2017 by Steve Simms

The Jesus-Serenity Prayer: God, grant me the serenity that comes from the risen Jesus Christ, the courage to daily follow and obey Him, and the wisdom to make a difference. Serenity is nice. Jesus-serenity is astounding!

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The 500th Anniversary of the Reformation is Oct. 31

Posted on August 27, 2017 by Steve Simms

My 95 Theses #22: When someone feels prompted by God to speak up in church, let the person speaking graciously step aside. “If a revelation comes to someone who is sitting down, the first speaker should stop. For you can all … Continue reading →

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95 Theses #21: On the way to Reformation Day

Posted on August 26, 2017 by Steve Simms

My 95 Theses #21: Honor, listen to, & embrace the lowly & the humble. “Consider others better than yourself.”

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The joy of uncertainty

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Steve Simms

We must be careful not to present Christianity so well that people feel like they don’t need to implement it for themselves. It’s easy to see Christianity like a school subject; a class you go to occasionally & then immediately go … Continue reading →

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Heeeer’s #19 & #20

Posted on August 25, 2017 by Steve Simms

My 95 Theses #19: Encourage shy people to share what God has put on their heart. My 95 Theses #20: Don’t let a few people do all the speaking, but make room for anybody to share in the meeting.

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Fitness, training, exercise, & working out?

Posted on August 24, 2017 by Steve Simms

Sports training testifies to what dedicated workouts do. Perhaps Christians should meet for dedicated spiritual workouts. Love life; keep spiritually fit! Bodybuilding is good. Soul building is better! You need the reps! Don’t settle for just praying once in a while! Keep … Continue reading →

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My 95 Theses: 15-18

Posted on August 23, 2017 by Steve Simms

Road to the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation, October 31, 2017: My 95 Theses #15: Ekklesia is a movement of people who are experiencing Christ in the present & following Him into the future. My 95 Theses #16: Examine … Continue reading →

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An eclipse isn’t permanent. Don’t stay in the darkness!

Posted on August 21, 2017 by Steve Simms

Whatever we let eclipse the Son causes us to walk in darkness. An eclipse is never meant to be permanent. Don’t stay in the darkness! We all need God to kneed us. The question is, will we let Him? Align … Continue reading →

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