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 Dove is a Symbol of Hope and Peace

Posted on January 15, 2025 by Steve Simms

The dove is a symbol of hope, purity, and the tenderness of God’s love. A dove with an olive branch represents peace. When the Holy Spirit descended on Jesus, He came in the form of a dove. To quench the … Continue reading →

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Bearing My Heart to Communicate Online

Posted on January 14, 2025 by Steve Simms

Bare your heart to the risen Jesus (not barely, but wholeheartedly) so He can abundantly bear the fruit of His Spirit in and thru your life. Let Him continually remind you, “If you abide in Me and I in you, … Continue reading →

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My Road to Hope

Posted on January 13, 2025 by Steve Simms

Let go and letHope in ChristLive in you,But more than just hope,Let Christ, Himself,Live insideTo direct and guideAll you think,Say and do.Let your hope be builtOn nothing lessThan the rockOf revelationDirectly fromGod the Father.Let Jesus beYour living LordAnd always lead … Continue reading →

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Your Guilt Can Be Gone–Snack on That!

Posted on January 12, 2025 by Steve Simms

Guilt be gone! Jesus died to break the gravity of guilt’s hold on your life. Receiving God’s forgiveness is the pathway to mental health. Because his (or her) guilt is gone, a forgiven person is free from the desire to … Continue reading →

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I Don’t Trust My Own Ideas, Feelings, or Desires

Posted on January 10, 2025 by Steve Simms

Shift from trusting in your own understanding and begin to trust in and rely on the Lord’s revelation both in Scripture and in His direct communication to your heart. Devour and savor the Bible and cultivate deep intimacy with the … Continue reading →

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Reduce the Clutter of War! (Wars and Rumors of War)

Posted on January 9, 2025 by Steve Simms

Is the world in a new landgrab? Russia is killing lots of people as they try to grab Ukraine. Israel has grabbed the Gaza Strip at the cost of the lives of many thousands of civilians. China is threatening to … Continue reading →

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The Attachment That Lasts

Posted on January 9, 2025 by Steve Simms

As human beings we get attached. Certain things and certain people get ahold of our heart, and we treasure them. But all of our attachments eventually come to an end except for one–the eternal attachment. The Bible is the collection … Continue reading →

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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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