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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 Really Old Recipe Book That I Use Every Day

Posted on June 15, 2024 by Steve Simms

I have a really old recipe book. It’s a collection of many recipes written by many authors that has been passed down for centuries. It’s actually only a copy of the original anthology that has been translated into English. The … Continue reading →

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My Apollos Moment

Posted on June 14, 2024 by Steve Simms

I had a moment decades ago that still reverberates loudly within me every day of my life. The way water moves a mill wheel, Christ’s living water moves me from within my innermost being throughout each day. It all started … Continue reading →

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I Got Out of Bed with a Calling and Purpose

Posted on June 13, 2024 by Steve Simms

I am so fortunate. I get out of bed every morning with a calling and a purpose. I wake up with something burning in my heart and I feel called to share it. I post it on social media and … Continue reading →

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I’m Passionate About the Ancient Greek Concept of Ekklesia!!!

Posted on June 12, 2024 by Steve Simms

I am passionate about the ancient Greek concept of “ekklesia.” It’s an incredible people-connecting, community-building idea that has been lost for many centuries. I feel called to be an Acts 18:13 person — to persuade people to worship God in … Continue reading →

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Surely some sexual activities are morally wrong.

Posted on June 11, 2024 by Steve Simms

I believe in right and wrong. I believe that many things are black and white and that shades of gray are often temptations that distort the way and lead many people astray. I believe that the only way to get … Continue reading →

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When you have a reason to live, joy is always in season!

Posted on June 11, 2024 by Steve Simms

Seasons of heart-felt joy are my favorite times of the year. When you have a compelling and loving reason to live, “joy unspeakable and full of glory” is always in season. Jesus is my reason to live. The more I … Continue reading →

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I Can’t Live Without the Luxury of Inner Peace

Posted on June 10, 2024 by Steve Simms

The luxury of inner peaceWill make your anxiety cease.It’s an extravagant giftThat will give youA life changing lift.Don’t let fearAnd worry siftJoy from your life.Ask JesusThe Prince of PeaceFor His giftOf inner peace. Shake off sad endingsAnd move onFollowing God’s … Continue reading →

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Finding Purpose Beyond Rationalistic Materialism

Posted on June 9, 2024 by Steve Simms

When people abandon the idea that there is more than matter and energy behind the physics, chemistry, and biology of the universe, they lose their way. It’s hard to have good mental health when people see no meaning to their … Continue reading →

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Surrender, Humility, and Trust

Posted on June 8, 2024 by Steve Simms

Once I heard a preacher say, “I want to hide behind the Cross so that people see Jesus, not me.” John the Baptist put it this way, “He must increase, but I must decrease.” The old hymn, Rock of Ages, … Continue reading →

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My Friend Who Often Corrects Me

Posted on June 7, 2024 by Steve Simms

I have a friend who corrects me almost every day. When I’m going astray, He calls me back. When I’m being unkind, He reminds me to show love. When I’m rising up with pride, he calls me aside and reminds … Continue reading →

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