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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!

The Power of a Compliment

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Steve Simms

A complimentIs better thanA tasty mint.Pass one on toPeople who youTalk to today. Be a blesser not a curser. Jesus said, “Bless those who curse you.” (Luke 6:28) Three practical ways you can bless people with your words are 1) … Continue reading →

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What’s in Your Tank?

Posted on July 3, 2026 by Steve Simms

When you pray and your prayers aren’t answered in the time and manner that you want them to be, reject frustration and embrace inspiration. Keep praying, keep trusting, keep relying and depending on the risen Jesus. Let Him keep your … Continue reading →

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A Walk of Faith Is Many Steps

Posted on July 2, 2026 by Steve Simms

Faith isn’t a religious tool to get what you want. It’s the courage to surrender your life to what God wants. It takes much more and greater faith to trust in and rely on God when prayers don’t appear to … Continue reading →

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It Ain’t Natural

Posted on July 1, 2026 by Steve Simms

Keeping It Real Nature isn’t all natural. It’s full of the supernatural. Nature is built on the tree of life. Life is a mystery that inhabits physical matter but originates and flows from beyond it. Scientists can explain how living … Continue reading →

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What Happens When Someone Cries?

Posted on June 30, 2026 by Steve Simms

Don’t fear a tear.It often means That Christ is near. Outside of funerals, crying is rarely appreciated or encouraged in church. People are quick to hand a tissue to help a crier tidy up. However, when Christians gather as ekklesia … Continue reading →

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Why is Sunday Morning Still The Most Segregated Hour?

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Steve Simms

Sunday morning is still the most racially and ethnically segregated hour in the world. Why is that? I see two reasons. One is the Christian history of pride, self-righteousness, and love of power. The earliest Christians were full of joy. … Continue reading →

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How to Deconstruct Churchianity

Posted on June 28, 2026 by Steve Simms

.Deconstruction can be dangerous. Religious deconstruction without Spirit-led reconstruction will leave your faith in rubble. To move beyond the authoritarianism of churchianity we need to break free from the chains of self-righteousness and spiritual pride. We need to move away … Continue reading →

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Pride is Life’s Greatest Ride (Is A Myth)

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Steve Simms

I never really believed it, but growing up I was surrounded by the attitude that pride is life’s greatest ride. Adults like to tell children to be proud. “Be proud of yourself. Be proud of your family. Be proud of … Continue reading →

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Mind-Altering Media

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Steve Simms

Media regularly consumed leaves life-altering imprints on the human mind and soul. For better or worse it molds a person mentally, emotionally, and spiritually into its own image. Little by little, day by day, you think, speak, feel, and act … Continue reading →

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What Manus AI Says about Spirit-Led Meetings

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Steve Simms

Communal Meetings for Encouragement and Accountability Steve Simms, through his blog “Free Gas for Your Think Tank,” advocates for a specific model of communal gathering that prioritizes spiritual leading, mutual encouragement, and organic accountability. He refers to these as “Unprogrammed … Continue reading →

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