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!

A Break from Self-Focus

Posted on February 7, 2025 by Steve Simms

I believe that all human beings need a break from self-focus. It has always appeared to me that when I focus on myself, I’m not very happy, but when I get focused on a cause, a purpose, or helping others, … Continue reading →

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Intention is More Important Than Invention

Posted on February 6, 2025 by Steve Simms

The most important intention in my life, is my intention to follow and obey my conscience. I purposely intend to live outside of my comfort zone. I strive to always think, say, and do what is right. Every time I … Continue reading →

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My Ideal Day

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Steve Simms

My ideal day is when my heart overflows with love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.” As long as I can remember I have been seeking to increase those qualities in my life. My dad inspired me … Continue reading →

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A Better Perspective

Posted on February 4, 2025 by Steve Simms

For a better perspective on life that can fill you with hope and encouragement. look away from yourself, from your problems, and from your concerns. Rely on God’s compassion and mercy. Look unto Jesus, “the author and finisher of our … Continue reading →

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My “To-Do” That Never Gets Totally Done

Posted on February 3, 2025 by Steve Simms

The top priority on my to-do list that never gets completely done is a never-ending goal — to fully surrender my heart and life to God, to entirely obey Him, and to love Him with my all my heart, all … Continue reading →

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Cookin’ Up True Love

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Steve Simms

My favorite thing to cook up is true love. I delight to heat up and “stir up the gift of God which is in” me (2 Timothy 1:6) so that God’s kindness and compassion flow from deep within me to … Continue reading →

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My Mind is my First Computer

Posted on February 1, 2025 by Steve Simms

My mind is my first computer. I was born with it. I work hard to keep all distractions and viruses completely away from it. I strive to continually surrender my mouse and keyboard to God so that He can program … Continue reading →

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Effectively Overcoming Fear

Posted on January 31, 2025 by Steve Simms

One thing that people are scared to do is to open up a church service to rely on the actual presence living Jesus and to be directly led by His Spirit instead of by a program or a human leader. … Continue reading →

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A Religious and Analytical Approach to Christianity

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Steve Simms

The study and research that Christ requires isn’t a religious and analytical approach to Christianity. He requires something much deeper than that. Go beyond religion and analysis to the Lordship and Headship of the risen Jesus! “For Ezra had prepared … Continue reading →

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I Make it a Sport to “Rememberize”

Posted on January 29, 2025 by Steve Simms

I make it a sport to “rememberize.” A friend, JD Walt, likes to use the word his oldest son coined at about five years old. His son said, “I finally ‘rememberized’ it.” JD says: “Memorization quick-loads our short-term memory. Rememberization … Continue reading →

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