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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!

Proverbs, Matthew, & Romans (And a Poem About Good Judgement)

Posted on June 2, 2024 by Steve Simms

Proverbs, Matthew, and Romans are three books that talk about God’s good judgement and have had an amazing impact on me all of my adult life. Here’s a quotation from each one of them. “A person may think their own … Continue reading →

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I’ve Overcome Fear by Letting Jesus Out of 4 Bags

Posted on June 1, 2024 by Steve Simms

When I let Jesus out of the bag and into the driver’s seat of my heart, my fears began to vanish. He began to fill me with love, power, and a sound mind. His presence transformed (and continues to transform) … Continue reading →

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The Joyous Objectivity of Inner Insight

Posted on May 31, 2024 by Steve Simms

The American Dream is subjective. The kingdom of God is objective. Nationalism is subjective. Inner transformation that gloriously sets a person free from tormenting and self-destructive thoughts, feelings, desires, and behaviors is objective. That’s why testimonies about inner transformation by … Continue reading →

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Unplugging From Human Celebrities

Posted on May 30, 2024 by Steve Simms

I believe that it is time to unplug from celebrities. We live in a celebrity focused world. People idolize prominent people. They are constantly looking for people to celebritize, but we’re all human and celebritizing people is a form of … Continue reading →

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Don’t Hide Your Light Behind Religious Walls and Customs

Posted on May 29, 2024 by Steve Simms

Don’t Just See the Light. Be the Light!God lights lamps In people all the time,Insights and miracles That would amaze you If only you couldHear about them.I wish that people Were empowered To put their testimonies On a lampstandFor all … Continue reading →

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3 P-Word Jobs

Posted on May 29, 2024 by Steve Simms

I’ve had (and continue to have) 3 P-Word jobs: 1. Preemptive obedience: That job is to reject the option of disobedience even before I know what God is going to prompt me to do. It is to live by this … Continue reading →

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The Quality I Value Most in a Friend is True Greatness

Posted on May 28, 2024 by Steve Simms

Making People Great There’s nothing great About trying to create Anger and hate. There’s nothing great About wanting to escalate Confusion and misunderstanding.There’s nothing great About working to aggravateAnd berate. There’s nothing great When your main trait Is wanting to … Continue reading →

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Beyond Religion and Beyond Church

Posted on May 27, 2024 by Steve Simms

Rather than following religious rules, leaders, hierarchy, or organizations, I strive to follow and obey the risen Jesus Christ. I listen to His still, small voice in my heart. I actively resist my own desires, feelings, and opinions so I … Continue reading →

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Life Before Digital Platform Pride

Posted on May 26, 2024 by Steve Simms

Humans have always found avenues for pride, but the internet’s digital platforms for pride take the cake. Now we’re bombarded by boasting day and night. Egocentric pontifications abound. Humility seems to be gone with the wind. The online pride factories … Continue reading →

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Spending My Life Training to be Good at This

Posted on May 25, 2024 by Steve Simms

Deep inside myself, I want to be a good follower. I want to set aside my own thoughts, desires, feelings, and opinions and follow those of another instead. However, there’s something else in me that wants my own way. I … Continue reading →

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