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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!

For the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation (Oct. 31), I’m posting my own “95 Theses 4 Reformation.” Here’s #7: Allow the Holy Spirit, Himself, to personally lead and control church meetings.

Posted on August 12, 2017 by Steve Simms
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Onward to 95 Theses 4 Reformation (#6): Practice “the priesthood of the believer” by allowing all to share during church.

Posted on August 11, 2017 by Steve Simms
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Road to 95: 95 Theses 4 Reformation #5: Set aside human agendas & programs & let the risen Jesus lead.

Posted on August 11, 2017 by Steve Simms
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Can a church service abound with preachers & teachers?

Posted on August 10, 2017 by Steve Simms

We can preach and teach or we can cultivate an atmosphere where preachers and teachers abound. Let’s make disciples and let church services overflow with preachers and teachers. Jesus said it’s foolish to hear His words but not do them. … Continue reading →

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95 Theses 4 Reformation #4: Train people to implement what they believe by obeying the risen Jesus.

Posted on August 9, 2017 by Steve Simms
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95 Theses 4 Reformation #3 (& other thoughts)

Posted on August 8, 2017 by Steve Simms

95 Theses 4 Reformation #3: Let people interrupt as led by the Spirit, according to 1 Corinthians 14:30-31. Here are a few more thoughts to inspire reformation: Open sharing in church can help reach people who want interactive community, mutual … Continue reading →

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95 Theses 4 Reformation #2: Let people in church listen to Jesus & then do whatever He tells them to.

Posted on August 7, 2017 by Steve Simms

Counting down my personal 95 Theses for Reformation Day 2017. Read more @ http://amzn.to/2uylYgY

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95 Theses for Reformation #1:

Posted on August 6, 2017 by Steve Simms

95 Theses 4 Reformation #1: Keep people’s attention focused on the living, resurrected Jesus. I’m celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation: –On October 31, 1517 a guy named Martin Luther posted “95 Theses” on a church door in … Continue reading →

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Since sin still seduces in the 21st Century

Posted on August 4, 2017 by Steve Simms

To keep your mind Caught up in sin Is to slowly Decay within.

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Questioning Christ-followers — are we family?

Posted on August 4, 2017 by Steve Simms

When Christians meet & practice encouraging each other, their confidence grows and soon they’re encouraging folks everywhere they go. I love it when a group of people lets the Holy Spirit flow like music & carry them in His current. Let the … Continue reading →

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