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!

There’s Light to See Your Mission

Posted on January 8, 2025 by Steve Simms

Life without a mission feels meaningless. Without a purpose boredom and discouragement set in. Is there a reason that you’re here on earth? Yes! How’s your appetite for the presence of God. Do you hunger and thirst to taste and … Continue reading →

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Are Daily Devotional Books (and Sunday School Curriculum) Overused?

Posted on January 7, 2025 by Steve Simms

Christian books and pamphlets called “daily devotionals” usually follow the format of quoting a Bible verse and then having a Christian preacher or writer express their opinion about it through short insights and catchy illustrations. Then they end with a … Continue reading →

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All Life Long I’m Being Taught to Live Better

Posted on January 7, 2025 by Steve Simms

Are you listening to the Spirit? Spirit-taught words will unleash God’s living Word into your life. Notice them. Receive them. Embrace them. Savor them. Obey them. Let them ever burn in your heart. The Bible is meantTo be Spirit taughtSo … Continue reading →

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Dare to Do Differently (So You Can Be Unboxed)

Posted on January 6, 2025 by Steve Simms

There is a book that is full of seeds that can set you free from the things that are holding you back from a beautiful life. God wants to cultivate those seeds so that they grow into powerful deeds that … Continue reading →

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If I had a Billboard, it Would Say, “Let Jesus be Your Pastor!”

Posted on January 5, 2025 by Steve Simms

Be “led by the Spirit.” (Romans 8:14) Let “Christ in you,” (Colossians 1:27) the Great Shepherd of the sheep,” (Hebrews 13:20) be your pastor. According to the Bible, pastors are not individuals who head up Sunday services (Ephesians 4:11). Jesus … Continue reading →

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I Try to Stay Focused on God’s Amen! (His Wake-Up Call in My Heart)

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Steve Simms

God is looking for people to speak, to live, and to demonstrate the wake-up call of the word “Amen!” (What does that word mean?) The word “amen” doesn’t mean that a prayer has come to an end. It’s an affirmation … Continue reading →

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The Gift of a Calming Inner Presence

Posted on January 3, 2025 by Steve Simms

God has given me the greatest gift. He has come to live in and work in me. I’m standing on the living Word of In-You-Christianity! Live in the In-You-Christianity of the New Testament:* Let God shine in your heart (2 … Continue reading →

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The College of Daily Life

Posted on January 2, 2025 by Steve Simms

Perhaps the greatest higher education comes from closely observing and learning from daily life. Are you passing the classes in the college of daily life? Begin to observe the direct cause and effect between what people think, say, and do … Continue reading →

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Playfully Enjoying the Wonder of Being Alive

Posted on January 1, 2025 by Steve Simms

Like a little child, I love to playfully enjoy and appreciate the gift and wonder of being alive. I didn’t ask to be on planet earth, but I’m so grateful that I get to spend some time here in this … Continue reading →

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Prophetic Skipping is a Beautiful Challenge

Posted on December 31, 2024 by Steve Simms

Prophetic Skipping I love to skip and dance through time with the joy of the Lord as my strength. I savor and bask in the inner peace that comes from “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” The Scriptures are … Continue reading →

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