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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 Simple Path To Peace (And Joy And Success) In Life

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Steve Simms

The Simple Path To Peace (And Joy And Success) In Life — Flip the switch of repentance and faith. Connect with your Creator. Let His spiritual life flow through and control you daily.

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What Saved My Infant Daughter’s Life?

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Steve Simms

I woke up very grateful this morning, remembering when my infant daughter was saved from my carelessness and absent-mindedness.  I lifted her and her car seat out of the back seat of our car and set her down on the … Continue reading →

Posted in absent-mindedness, angels watching over you, carelessness, Christ, Christ-centered, Christian, gratitude, Jesus, Jesus Christ, Jesus is Lord, Spirit-led, spiritual, spiritual walk, thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day | Tagged , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Let Jesus Run The Sunday Church Service

Posted on October 6, 2012 by Steve Simms

Come to Berry Street and see The Holy Spirit set free, No program, no plan led by man; Why should we run things when God can? We gather as “two or more” Then let Jesus have the floor; And He … Continue reading →

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Christmas Season Job Opportunity In Nashville

Posted on October 4, 2012 by Steve Simms

Have fun and make money for you and your family while helping a non-profit raise funds.  Be a Salvation Army Christmas season bell ringer. Work 8 hour shifts between Thanksgiving & Christmas Day at retail stores in Hermitage, Donelson, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Berry Street, Berry Street Worship Center, charity, Christmas, Christmas Eve, compassion, East Nashville, employment, faith-based, Hermitage, Music City, Nolensville Road, retail stores, Salvation Army Corps, thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Day | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Are You Tired Of Watching Decadence In Movies & On TV?

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Steve Simms

Are you tired of movies and TV shows showing people acting out anger and angst, disrespect and disdain?  Are you fed up with watching people lying, cheating, deceiving, stealing, fighting, and killing?  Have you had enough of being brainwashed by … Continue reading →

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“That Flag Into This Neighborhood”

Posted on October 2, 2012 by Steve Simms

A group was prayer walking down a drug infested street in East Nashville when a tough looking man demanded: “What flag is that?” I told him that it stood for the blood of Jesus and the fire of the Holy … Continue reading →

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Following The Holy Spirit To Where You Don’t Want To Go

Posted on September 29, 2012 by Steve Simms

Who wants to go where you don’t want to go?  Jesus told His disciple Peter, that Peter would be led “where you do not want to go.” (John 21:18)  Are you willing to follow the leading of the Holy Spirit … Continue reading →

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Have You Ever Been To Church?

Posted on September 28, 2012 by Steve Simms

Church is more than a structured meeting. Church is spiritual life flowing through a room – Something you and everyone present can feel.   Church is electricity in the air, An inner tingling, A sense of awe. A keen awareness … Continue reading →

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It’s Not Hard To Have Fun

Posted on September 27, 2012 by Steve Simms

I have never had a difficult time having fun.  I don’t need expensive concerts, costly sporting events, fancy restaurants, lively parties, alcohol, drugs, or other outward things to make me enjoy my life.  I just do — enjoy it.  Although … Continue reading →

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Evangeline Booth, The Salvation Army, & Spiritual Fire

Posted on September 25, 2012 by Steve Simms

Evangeline believed that The Salvation Army represented an aggressive style of Christianity.  However, over the years, some of the early Army boldness has been lost.  Perhaps it is time to bring it back.  Here’s one step you can take to … Continue reading →

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