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!

Today is My First Day to Ever Write About Prosperity

I wrote this today before I saw tomorrow’s writer’s prompt. For some reason, I am consistently a day ahead with them. True prosperity is to have your heartbeat synchronized with God. It’s not rooted in status, position, or wealth. This … Continue reading

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The Stage of Life

“All the world’s a stage and all the men and women merely players.” Life’s most important question is: Do you write your own script, follow your own program, and do your own thing or do you surrender to and obey … Continue reading

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The Exercise of Group Surrender to God

May God overshadow our plans and programs and take full control of His gathered people? Spiritual awakening occurs when the Spirit of God is allowed to overshadow our religious programs and to take direct control of an assembly of His … Continue reading

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I Admire Transcribers of Hope

This world is desperate for genuine, heart-felt hope. I admire people who keep their inner ear tuned to hope and transcribe what they hear so others can be comforted and inspired by it. I love to hear and transcribe the … Continue reading

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Joyous Light Jumps Within Me Without Cartoons!

I smile and enjoy life without cartoons. What I watch, look at, think about, and behold lights up my heart and makes me joyously ponder and live in awe and wonder. Passing by God’s presence,Overlooking the bushesAblaze with testimonyAbout their … Continue reading

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MCPA! Make Church Participatory Again!

————-MCPA!————Make Church Participatory Again!(See 1 Corinthians 14:26.)(Google: Beyond Church Ekklesia.) Don’t just go to church. Head directly to the Head of the body of Christ and say and do what He tells you to! If you’ve got the notion and … Continue reading

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Less darkness, more light!

I want less darkness in my life and more light. I want less self-focus and more love for others. I want less ego and more humility. I want less defensiveness and more kindness. I want less sin and more purity. … Continue reading

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My Heart-Song Has Grown Stronger!

There’s a song in my heart that grows stronger and more joyful every year. It overflows with hope and positive words. The beautiful melodies in my heart strengthen and empower me. I try to unceasingly listen to them and let … Continue reading

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The Beauty of Nature Amazes Me

The beauty of nature (both plants and animals) amazes me! However, there is another beauty that amazes me even more. That’s the beauty of seeing the reality of Jesus Christ living in and flowing through everyday people. When people are … Continue reading

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The Place a Special Book Takes Me

There is a book that is very special to me. When I read it, it inspires me and transports me to my favorite place. Reading it with my heart wide open fills my consciousness with the awareness of God and … Continue reading

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