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!

Traditions Can Be Traps

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Steve Simms

Exchange your self-focus and religion for a Spirit-led relationship with Christ. Powerful results come from ongoing obedient surrender to God the Holy Spirit. (Acts 1:8 and Galatians 5:22-23) Weak results come from religious self-effort. The Bible is God’s lens. It … Continue reading →

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A Typical Day in Western Culture

Posted on July 29, 2025 by Steve Simms

Western culture has been body slammed by an obsessive focus on the body while abandoning the whole concept of caring for the soul. Physical appearance is presented as more important than inner healing; an alcohol induced buzz as more relaxing … Continue reading →

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I Would Describe Myself by My Heart

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Steve Simms

The big picture of who you are isn’t the way you appear to people. It’s where you really are. Where is your heart? Is your heart fully surrendered to God the Holy Spirit, partly surrendered to Him, or far from … Continue reading →

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I Want to Bring Back the Dinosaur of Early Christian Enemy-Love

Posted on July 27, 2025 by Steve Simms

The early Christians radically loved and forgave their enemies. That’s a dinosaur that needs to be brought back into our hate-filled world. To love your enemies, as Jesus commands, (Matthew 5:44) you must embrace a deeper reality. To “bless those … Continue reading →

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I Want to Go Where I’m Amazed

Posted on July 26, 2025 by Steve Simms

I want to go where Christ takes me. I depend on Him to daily lift me up and carry me forward. As I wait (Psalm 27:14) and rely (Proverbs 3:5-6) on Him, I enter into His rest (Hebrews 4:10) and … Continue reading →

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The Story Behind My New Name

Posted on July 25, 2025 by Steve Simms

I was once given a new name. I treasure it so much that I don’t use it. I just keep it close to my heart. A great leader once spoke to those who followed Him and said: “I no longer … Continue reading →

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No Apathy Is My Strategy

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Steve Simms

My strategy for mental health and well-being is to have no apathy. I strive to keep my heart filled with kindness, caring, and compassion so that I can help people by humbly speaking the truth in love. (Ephesians 4:14) It’s … Continue reading →

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I’m Traveling to Greater Inner Freedom

Posted on July 23, 2025 by Steve Simms

I’m planning to continue my decades long trip that is taking me higher and higher to greater and greater inner freedom. It’s a long journey and a slow process, with every step along the way being a challenge, but the … Continue reading →

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I’d Like to Change the Way Christianity is Presented

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Steve Simms

Modern society sees Christianity in a boring and legalistic way that focus on Sunday morning church attendance and puts a lot of people off. It also presents Christianity as political. I’d like to change that. Better laws and more church … Continue reading →

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Music to My Ears

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Steve Simms

I listen to and nurture the best, most uplifting thoughts that come to my mind. They are music to my ears. Meanwhile I resist, refute, and reject the impure ones. I use discernment to recognize which are which. I find … Continue reading →

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