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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!

I’ve Found a Better Best Friend Than a Pet

Posted on April 6, 2025 by Steve Simms

People open their heart to their pet. You see it every day. Some pets are even called “man’s best friend.” That’s because most people have no idea about who their true best friend really is. Let there be light. If … Continue reading →

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Spreading Good News for Free

Posted on April 5, 2025 by Steve Simms

I don’t need to be paid to spread good news. I do it for free. Bad news seems to be everywhere. We need some amazing news to encourage us. Many years ago, I found the best news ever when I … Continue reading →

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Watching For and Receiving Inspiration

Posted on April 4, 2025 by Steve Simms

The Olympics are a wonderful source of inspiration. But I have discovered an even greater source of positive uplifting influence — the world’s best fountain of hope and encouragement — available every moment of every day. I’m talking about God … Continue reading →

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The Most Effective Community Improvement

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Steve Simms

The most effective community improvement for any community would be for people to humbly and honestly open their heart to one another. True community is ignited by heart-to-heart connection. The key to deep and lasting heart connection is open up … Continue reading →

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Heart-Changes Matter Most

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Steve Simms

Life is constant change. From the day we are born until the day we die we are surrounded by changes. Seasons changes. Circumstances change. People change. Our bodies change. Yet in all the changes of life, a man named Paul … Continue reading →

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Listening to be Led

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Steve Simms

I wake up in the morning and listen. I listen to the thoughts that are coming across my mind and my heart. They encourage me. I write them down to encourage others. This morning, I was hearing thoughts about the … Continue reading →

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A Unique and Beautiful Relationship

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Steve Simms

There is a unique relationship that is unlike any other relationship. However, that relationship is seldom discovered and rarely recognized because it is hidden by or replaced by religion. That most unique relationship is a heart-to-heart relationship with the risen … Continue reading →

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The Name That Truly Matters

Posted on March 30, 2025 by Steve Simms

For me, one name stands above them all. That’s the name I want to see honored and glorified — not my name, not someone else’s name, not the name of any organization, and not even a country’s name. “God exalted … Continue reading →

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If You’re After Laughter . . .

Posted on March 29, 2025 by Steve Simms

Laughter comes in many forms from various sources. It can come as pride, mockery, manipulation, anxiety, insecurity, drunkenness, or even vulgarity. Laughter can also come as innocence, happiness, sincerity, kindness, wholesome pleasure, delight, and spontaneity. Pure, blameless laughter that overflows … Continue reading →

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When I Was Five, I Had a Strange Love in My Heart

Posted on March 28, 2025 by Steve Simms

When I was five, I had a strange love in my heart. I loved an invisible friend. I frequently talked to my unseen friend. All these years later, my invisible friend is still with me and continues to be the … Continue reading →

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