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!

I Can’t Hide So Why Try?

Posted on September 15, 2024 by Steve Simms

If everything about you is already known in the places that matter the most, why try to hide things from anybody? That’s a lesson I learned very early in life, and that realization has caused me to be radically open … Continue reading →

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Invisible Food

Posted on September 14, 2024 by Steve Simms

Humans need invisible food in order to keep hope alive. Burgers and fries (and even broccoli and carrots) don’t offer enough nourishment for people to thrive. For inner healing and mental health, we need to daily dine on the encouragement … Continue reading →

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Running From Self-Righteousness

Posted on September 13, 2024 by Steve Simms

I used to be self-righteous, thinking I deserved God’s approval. Now I run away from self-righteousness every day so that I can rely on God’s mercy instead of my own goodness. Self-righteousness hardens the human heart. It tries to boost … Continue reading →

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I Was Asked If I See Myself as a Leader

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Steve Simms

Self-deception is rampant. I want to look beyond myself and my pride so I can discover truth (whether I like it or not). I want to live in reality, not in self-righteousness. Am I a leader? I don’t know. What … Continue reading →

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Peace

Posted on September 11, 2024 by Steve Simms

“The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.” –Henry David Thoreau Quiet desperation leads people into anxiety, accusation, anger, and an abundance of mental health issues. It annihilates inner peace. I believe that God is calling people (of all … Continue reading →

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Taking Off My Shoes So I Can Put On the Best Shoes Ever

Posted on September 10, 2024 by Steve Simms

I don’t like to go barefooted. I like to keep my shoes on. However, sometimes I need to take off my shoes so that I can clean my feet and so that I can put on even better shoes. God … Continue reading →

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The Red Flag of Comfort (and the Courage to Go Beyond It)

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Steve Simms

The personality trait of being passively settled into the cozy zone of a comfortable life is a red flag. A life caught up in daily routine misses out on the excitement and adventure of an inspired existence. A man named … Continue reading →

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Self-Absorption Soaks Up Distortion

Posted on September 8, 2024 by Steve Simms

Self-absorptionIs disproportion.It’s a distortionAnd a contortionOf reality. Self-absorption is a house of hazy smoke and twisted mirrors that drastically distorts reality through the lenses of human pride. It hardens your heart, shuts down your mind, and fills your mouth with … Continue reading →

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Making the Ideal Real

Posted on September 7, 2024 by Steve Simms

To discover the reality of the ideal sometimes we have to tramp through the desert. The worst wilderness, the most disturbing desert, is in the human heart. That is the lonely place where we are tempted to follow our desires … Continue reading →

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Hope Is Found by Looking Beyond Political Blame

Posted on September 6, 2024 by Steve Simms

Instead of makingA nation greatThe politicalBlame-game will makePeople learn to hate. Words that are unkindPollute the mindAnd the heartOf those who say themAnd those who hear them.It’s better to findWays to sayWords that are alignedWith encouragement,Hope and optimism. Hope is … Continue reading →

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