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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!

My Wedding Ring and the Challenge to Be Faithful

Posted on May 16, 2025 by Steve Simms

I was asked, “What is the oldest thing you’re wearing today?” It’s my wedding ring which is a symbol of love and commitment. Its a challenge and constant reminder to be faithful to live out and demonstrate the love I … Continue reading →

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I Strive To Follow the Inner Objectivity of God the Holy Spirit

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Steve Simms

There is nothing subjective about God the Holy Spirit, (Romans 8:14) “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” (Colossians 1:27) He’s not the product of our human feelings or imaginations. He’s the Creator of the universe. We need to learn … Continue reading →

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Training to be Fruitful

Posted on May 14, 2025 by Steve Simms

This is the message you have heard from the beginning: We should love one another.” (1 John 3:11) Let’s do it now. Christ-followers let’s train to love better every time we gather. It’s not enough just to hear more sermons … Continue reading →

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One Simple Improvement You Can Make in Your Life Is to Open Your Heart

Posted on May 13, 2025 by Steve Simms

One simple improvement that you can make in your life is to open wide your heart. The closedness inside your heart is weighing you down with a heavy load to carry. Open your heart to God’s brilliant light so you … Continue reading →

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The Impact of Looking Beyond Public Opinion

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Steve Simms

Public opinion pressures us to think other people’s thoughts, to utter other people’s words, and to copy other people’s behaviors. Public opinion polls follow the crowd, not the wise. The mainstream of public opinion is often overflowing with deception. Public … Continue reading →

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Being Free from Controlling Thoughts, Feelings, Desires, and Habits

Posted on May 11, 2025 by Steve Simms

Freedom isn’t words. It isn’t an idea or an ideal. Freedom isn’t a form of government. It isn’t produced by patriotism. Freedom is within. If a person is bound to thoughts, feelings, desires, and habits, he or she isn’t free. … Continue reading →

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Jesus is Way Beyond Religion

Posted on May 10, 2025 by Steve Simms

I disagree with almost all public figures on the topic of faith and religion. I’ve been molded from within by spiritual experience, by a ravenous appetite to live out what the Bible says, and by an overwhelming love for and … Continue reading →

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The Best Career Plan

Posted on May 9, 2025 by Steve Simms

The best career plan for me has been to stay inwardly attentive and to ceaselessly seek guidance and direction from within me. I believe that an amazing presence has been living inside of me since I was 19. That is … Continue reading →

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I Love to See Discipleship

Posted on May 8, 2025 by Steve Simms

A disciple-developing church is much more powerful than an audience-attracting church. Yet, disciple-developing churches are extremely rare. Too many Christians want self-gratification more than they want Christ’s inner transformation. (Romans 12:2) A discipleship church produces Spirit-led Christ-followers not mere service … Continue reading →

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The Community of Heart-to-Heart Unity

Posted on May 7, 2025 by Steve Simms

The best opportunityFor true communityIs heart-felt unityThat comes throughChrist in youLeading all you do. Refuse to waverFrom Christ the Savior.Stay in God’s favor.Let your heart savorChrist’s presence each dayAnd your behaviorBe Spirit-prompted. ChristianityAbandoned shipWhen it gave upSpirit-promptedDiscipleshipAnd fellowship,To follow a … Continue reading →

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