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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!

If I had a Billboard, it Would Say, “Let Jesus be Your Pastor!”

Posted on January 5, 2025 by Steve Simms

Be “led by the Spirit.” (Romans 8:14) Let “Christ in you,” (Colossians 1:27) the Great Shepherd of the sheep,” (Hebrews 13:20) be your pastor. According to the Bible, pastors are not individuals who head up Sunday services (Ephesians 4:11). Jesus … Continue reading →

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I Try to Stay Focused on God’s Amen! (His Wake-Up Call in My Heart)

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Steve Simms

God is looking for people to speak, to live, and to demonstrate the wake-up call of the word “Amen!” (What does that word mean?) The word “amen” doesn’t mean that a prayer has come to an end. It’s an affirmation … Continue reading →

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The Gift of a Calming Inner Presence

Posted on January 3, 2025 by Steve Simms

God has given me the greatest gift. He has come to live in and work in me. I’m standing on the living Word of In-You-Christianity! Live in the In-You-Christianity of the New Testament:* Let God shine in your heart (2 … Continue reading →

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The College of Daily Life

Posted on January 2, 2025 by Steve Simms

Perhaps the greatest higher education comes from closely observing and learning from daily life. Are you passing the classes in the college of daily life? Begin to observe the direct cause and effect between what people think, say, and do … Continue reading →

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Playfully Enjoying the Wonder of Being Alive

Posted on January 1, 2025 by Steve Simms

Like a little child, I love to playfully enjoy and appreciate the gift and wonder of being alive. I didn’t ask to be on planet earth, but I’m so grateful that I get to spend some time here in this … Continue reading →

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Prophetic Skipping is a Beautiful Challenge

Posted on December 31, 2024 by Steve Simms

Prophetic Skipping I love to skip and dance through time with the joy of the Lord as my strength. I savor and bask in the inner peace that comes from “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” The Scriptures are … Continue reading →

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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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