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’m Looking for Places That Are Out of This World

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Steve Simms

There are places that you can visit, live in, and even become a citizen of that are out of this world. Those places aren’t far away in distant countries. They are close at hand. They are places of walking in … Continue reading →

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My Brain is My Favorite Thing (I Work Hard to Keep it Free from Trash)

Posted on June 17, 2025 by Steve Simms

As you read my blog posts you are receiving thoughts into your brain. That’s how media works. Whatever you read, hear, or see is received into your brain and piles up in your memory. All of that accumulates in the … Continue reading →

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I Can Never Retreat or Retire

Posted on June 16, 2025 by Steve Simms

I can never retreat or retire from a mission that never stops burning in my heart. I’ve experienced something so incredible that I’m constantly compelled to tell people about it and to try to help them experience it to. It … Continue reading →

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The Oldest Thing I Own Is My Self-Focused Human Nature

Posted on June 15, 2025 by Steve Simms

The oldest thing that I own and still use today is my self-focused human nature. I was born with it. The more I give in to it and obey its thoughts, feelings, and desires, the more messed up I become. … Continue reading →

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This Present Moment

Posted on June 14, 2025 by Steve Simms

Life comes moment-by-moment. Moments fly by. They can be remembered but they can’t be maintained or recovered once they’re gone. Instead, they pile up in the past. Most moments are completely forgotten, but a few are occasionally remembered. I try … Continue reading →

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I Woke Up Singing a Duet

Posted on June 13, 2025 by Steve Simms

When I sing, I always want to duet with the risen Jesus. If you’re unwilling to duet with the new wine of Christ in you, you’re probably looking to other wines, drinks, or diversions to ease your pain. I love … Continue reading →

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My Passion Shows and Grows and Grows

Posted on June 12, 2025 by Steve Simms

The passion of my life is a discovery that I came across when I was in college. It wasn’t a discovery that I searched for or sought out. It just happened in a moment in the lobby of my dorm … Continue reading →

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Overcoming My Discomfort Zone and Joyfully Learning a Second Language

Posted on June 11, 2025 by Steve Simms

My favorite season of the year is any season but winter. Winter is one of my discomfort zones, but I don’t let it get me down. I believe that discomfort zones are meant to be overcome. After many years of … Continue reading →

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Encouragement is the Luxury I can’t Live Without

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Steve Simms

Encouragement is luxuriously life-enhancing. I love to wrap myself up in it and soak up its presence. It’s an opulent spa for my soul. I make and spend time with encouraging friends. I devour uplifting books and web sites. I … Continue reading →

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My Tagline is God the Holy Spirit

Posted on June 9, 2025 by Steve Simms

Here are some taglines about “participating in the work of the Holy Spirit” so that you can consistently live an encouraged life and daily encourage others: Religious routineThat overlooksThe realityAnd presence of GodWho is unseenQuenches His Spirit. To insistOn havingYour … Continue reading →

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