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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 Book Makes Me Feel Nostalgic

Posted on December 30, 2024 by Steve Simms

The fact that a book written over a period of about 1,500 years by dozens of citizens of a small ancient country made up of the descendants of Egyptian slaves (that was conquered and destroyed several times) is the world’s … Continue reading →

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Seeing More Clearly by Thinking Outside the Culture

Posted on December 29, 2024 by Steve Simms

I love people who look beyond the natural, who think outside of their culture. They inspire me. Lifestyle-Christianity requires ongoing Christ-focus–continually “looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith.” It looks “not at the things that are seen, … Continue reading →

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Red for the Blood of Jesus and a Duvet for His Comfort

Posted on December 28, 2024 by Steve Simms

God’s a talker. He’s not silent. By speaking He created all that exists. From the beginning to the end, the Bible is about God communicating to people. Hear now, this very moment. Listen to the Holy Spirit and be a … Continue reading →

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My Perspective is Always Changing

Posted on December 27, 2024 by Steve Simms

Writing what Jesus shows me helps me see things from God’s perspective instead of from my own. It’s a great way to begin to experience the gifts of the Spirit, especially the gift of prophecy. Focus your attention intensely on … Continue reading →

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“Magi Moments” Create My Perfect Space For Reading and Writing

Posted on December 26, 2024 by Steve Simms

I just read this wonderful blog post written by someone I don’t know named Ivan. Reading it was a powerful “Magi Moment.” “Ivan.” (What do I see?) I see the name of my next-door neighbor who arrived with his family … Continue reading →

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Driving to Celebrate Christ(mas)!

Posted on December 25, 2024 by Steve Simms

Are You Ready? I prayThat peopleWill prepare the wayOf the Lord Jesus(The Way,The Truth, and the Life)Day after day,The wayThey focus onPreparing forChristmas Day,And humble themselvesTo prayNight and day,To seek God’s face,And to turn awayFrom their wicked ways,So that Christ … Continue reading →

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Christians Need Training to be Spirit-Led Soldiers of Love

Posted on December 24, 2024 by Steve Simms

Armies don’t teach their soldiers to simply sit and listen. They give them hands-on training in giving their all (even their very lives) in battle. Churches could learn a lot from the world’s armies and begin using Sunday mornings to … Continue reading →

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The Song “Silent Night” Is a Wakeup Call!

Posted on December 24, 2024 by Steve Simms

Silent Night Isn’t a Lullaby On a dark nightShepherds quakeAt the sightOf the newborn King,Jesus Christ,The Lamb of God,Love’s pure light.The Savior’s face,Is gloriously brightAnd full of grace!Their hearts take flightAnd soar like a kite.The shepherds,Like the angels did,Break the … Continue reading →

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My Creative Thoughts About Artificial Intelligence

Posted on December 24, 2024 by Steve Simms

Artificial intelligence is superficial:Analysis without appreciation,Bean counting without belief,Calculation without compassion,Data processing without deliberation,Evaluation without enlightenment,Findings without fascination,Grading without goodwill,Happenings without hope,Information without inspiration,Judgment without justice,Keeping lists without kindness,Linking ideas without love,Methodology without meaning,Nuance without nurturing,Outcome without optimism,Processing without perception,Quotients … Continue reading →

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Healing From Mental and Emotional Pain

Posted on December 23, 2024 by Steve Simms

Mental and emotional pain by any other name–heartache, sorrow, grief, depression, heartbreak, disappointment, sadness, distress, agony, misery, suffering, or torment–feels the same. As human beings we’ve all said or done things that have caused others pain and we’ve all been … Continue reading →

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