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!

The Things I Do While Traveling Thru Life

Posted on August 10, 2026 by Steve Simms

The Misunderstanding of Christianity — More Spiritual Opportunities and Testimonies One summer while I was in college, I was invited to spend 8 weeks in a discipleship program for young adults ages 18-30. It was called Disciplined Life in Christ. … Continue reading →

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Being Taught Gratitude In Painful Situations

Posted on August 9, 2026 by Steve Simms

The Misunderstanding of Christianity —More Blocked Doors, Busted Dreams, and Heartbreaks Christianity isn’t about getting what I want. It’s about surrendering my life and my desires to God and His will. One day, when I was prayer walking with the … Continue reading →

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My Misunderstanding of Christianity

Posted on August 8, 2026 by Steve Simms

The Christian ideal has not been tried and found wanting; it has been found difficult and left untried.” –G.K. Chesterton As a child growing up, I didn’t know Christianity existed. I knew churches did. I saw them all over town. … Continue reading →

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Go Beyond Misunderstood Christianity

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Steve Simms

Blindly accepting the religious status quo, inherited traditions, and hand-me-down beliefs traps many people in misunderstanding. The present-day power and reality of the risen Jesus is often buried under the weight of religious misunderstanding. It’s no fun to be misunderstood. … Continue reading →

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Beyond Worry!

Posted on August 6, 2026 by Steve Simms

I misunderstood Christianity until I discovered that . . . Christianity is: * Listening to Jesus, “My sheep hear My voice.”* Doing what He says, “If you love Me, keep My commandments.”* An ongoing awareness of the presence of the … Continue reading →

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Some Misunderstood Quotations

Posted on August 5, 2026 by Steve Simms

A Few Reasons Why I Believe Christianity Is Misunderstood Christianity is misunderstood because: * “Love one another” doesn’t mean ignore each other.* “Love your enemies” doesn’t mean to try to get even with them.* “Seek first the kingdom of God” … Continue reading →

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Let Your Heart & Life Travel With God

Posted on August 4, 2026 by Steve Simms

Do you misunderstand Christianity? To misunderstand Christianity is to miss out on the life-enriching fruit and the life-empowering gifts of the Spirit. It is to set aside the Holy Spirit’s inward leading for following your own opinions, desires, and feelings. … Continue reading →

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Let God Take Control

Posted on August 3, 2026 by Steve Simms

Here’s another way to say Jesus’ main message: God is present to take control. Let Him. (“Repent for the kingdom of God is at hand.”) Actively and daily surrender your will to His will. Inner leadings, promptings, and nudges that … Continue reading →

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“Quench Not the Spirit”

Posted on August 3, 2026 by Steve Simms

Sunday Tune-Up and Cul2vate Farm (Part 13 of “The Misunderstanding of Christianity.”) About 70 adults gathered for the last meeting of Berry Street. One after another, they testified about how God had touched and blessed them there. There were lots … Continue reading →

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When God Gives You a Calling Follow It No Matter What

Posted on August 2, 2026 by Steve Simms

Why Berry Street & Hart Street Weren’t Dead-End Streets (Part 12 — “The Misunderstanding of Christianity) During a prayer time in the early days of The Salvation Army Berry Street, a woman said she felt God told her Berry Street … Continue reading →

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