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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!

Church Can Be More–Wearing the Presence of Christ and the Armor of God

Posted on November 29, 2024 by Steve Simms

“Cloth yourself with the Lord Jesus Christ.” (Romans 13:14.) “Put on the full armor of God.” (Ephesians 6:11.) Church can be more that it normally is. Because of Christ’s bloodChurch can truly be“The tent of meeting”Heart-to-heart with God,A love assemblyTo … Continue reading →

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I’d Be Better Off Without the Technology of Religion

Posted on November 28, 2024 by Steve Simms

Week after week, year after year, routine religion repeats and circles through the same rigid, technology-like cycles. Jesus, however, wants to lead His people past their prepackaged programs and into the refreshing newness of glory after glory. Routine religion seldom … Continue reading →

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Dish Up Peace For The Holidays, Before It’s Too Late!

Posted on November 27, 2024 by Steve Simms

From their safety and comfort in the Kremlin and its bomb shelters, these guys have sent hundreds of thousands of young Russians to their death and caused the death of untold numbers of Ukrainians. That war is now threatening the … Continue reading →

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What to do About Invitations to Make Treaties with Evil

Posted on November 27, 2024 by Steve Simms

The human heart is continually being invited, enticed, and seduced to welcome, entertain, and make treaties with evil. In the midst of all of the corruption and temptation around and within us, Jesus calls us to purify our heart. Purity … Continue reading →

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“Holiday” comes from the Old English word for “holy day”

Posted on November 26, 2024 by Steve Simms

For me every day is a holiday. The word holiday comes from the Old English word for holy day. For me, every day I am alive is a special holy day — a gift that God has dished up for … Continue reading →

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Extra! Extra! Read All About It! (What I Do with My Time)

Posted on November 25, 2024 by Steve Simms

I had an encounter with the risen Jesus that I have never gotten over. It continues till this day. That encounter instantly changed my heart from a hardened rocky space into a God place. Now the risen Jesus “walks with … Continue reading →

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Beyond These 3 Pet Peeves — Religious Formalities, Performances, and Institutionalism

Posted on November 24, 2024 by Steve Simms

I am a “non-liturgical reader.” I try to avoid reading the Bible (and other Christian writings) through liturgical eyes. I want to see beyond the ritual of routine religion and daily live out the reality that it tries to represent. … Continue reading →

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My Favorite People Radiate God’s Glory

Posted on November 23, 2024 by Steve Simms

Do you want to experience the glory of God — to behold the glory of Another in humility and hiddenness? Moses did. He said to God, “Now show me Your glory.” Paul declared, “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” … Continue reading →

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Am I One of God’s Favorite Creatures?

Posted on November 22, 2024 by Steve Simms

Is God “well pleased” with me? I know that God isn’t perfectly satisfied with and delighted by everything I think, say, and do. However, I also know that He consistently loves me, even when I displease Him. I believe that … Continue reading →

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Beach or Mountains? I’m Thrilled Wherever I Pitch My Tent

Posted on November 21, 2024 by Steve Simms

In my heart I’ve pitched a tent “outside the camp” of the crowd of confusing and troubling thoughts that constantly try to harass me. There I “inquire of the Lord” and carefully notice the thoughts of conviction, wisdom, and peace … Continue reading →

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