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!

Good Neighbors Don’t Grumble

Posted on October 14, 2024 by Steve Simms

The way to experience ongoing inner peace and life beyond guilt is to turn away from following and grumbling according to your feelings, desires, and opinions. Instead begin to gratefully follow and obey the Spirit of God, the Bible (the … Continue reading →

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Don’t Just Try, Rely!

Posted on October 13, 2024 by Steve Simms

If you learn to relyYou can say goodbyeTo all your guilt and shame.You can try and tryTo get rid of shameBut it’s better to relyOn Jesus the LordAnd let Him supplyThe forgiveness you need.If you will defyYour pride and self-effortJesus … Continue reading →

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I Try to Let “I AM” Define How I Live

Posted on October 12, 2024 by Steve Simms

A still small voiceIn human heartsDeclares thatThere is a BeingWhose existenceDoesn’t dependOn anyoneOr anything,Who calls Himself“I AM that I AM.”Be still and listenAttentivelyAnd that voiceWill grow in you! When I amListeningWith my heartI hear“I AM” speaking.I hear His peaceAnd purityAnd … Continue reading →

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It Wasn’t Great in America When . . .

Posted on October 11, 2024 by Steve Simms

There are many great things about America and its history but guess what. It all isn’t and wasn’t great. I’ve been putting off writing and posting articles like this. That’s because I’ve written things like it before on my blog, … Continue reading →

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I’m Still Growing Up

Posted on October 11, 2024 by Steve Simms

It’s hard to say, “I’m broken,” but it’s the truth. I need to be healed. I was born into a broken world as a broken human being who needs to be fixed. I’ve discovered that proudly trying to justify my … Continue reading →

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Giving Million-Dollar Smiles

Posted on October 10, 2024 by Steve Simms

Gratefulness is greater than grumbling and grumpiness. Yesterday I was in the uncomfortable situation of a long day of standing and waiting and all I wanted to do was to grumble and complain. (That’s why I didn’t post on yesterday’s … Continue reading →

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If there’s a guarantee not to fail, it’s this!

Posted on October 8, 2024 by Steve Simms

As I was with a group on of people on Sunday night listening to God’s Spirit together, someone began to talk about waiting on the Lord. That’s never been one of my favorite subjects because I’d rather get going in … Continue reading →

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The Hardest Personal Goal

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Steve Simms

Walk in the Spirit The risen JesusIs living in meBut we don’t seeEye to eye.We often disagree.He wants to lead me,But I want to be freeTo do what I wantWhenever I want.He calls me to dieTo my own desiresAnd that … Continue reading →

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The Art of Readjusting Definitions to Reality

Posted on October 6, 2024 by Steve Simms

It’s easy to distort definitions and change the meaning of words in an attempt to justify our own opinions, desires, feelings, and behaviors. However, to do so is often a departure from reality. Spirit-led artists can help us get back … Continue reading →

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Basking in the Warmth of a Glowing Fire During a Cold Dark Day

Posted on October 5, 2024 by Steve Simms

Life is stultifying. Humans need high hopes, but most people simply hope to cope–to just get by and make it through another day. Yet God is awe inspiring! Look what God can do! Let the Bible get your hopes up! … Continue reading →

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