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!

The Rare “Brand” of True Love

Posted on May 4, 2024 by Steve Simms

Love never fails, but every unkind word is a failure of people to love one another. Love has never failed, but when it is set aside and replaced with pride and self-focus, human ego fails and paints human lives with … Continue reading →

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I Admire Open-Hearted People

Posted on May 3, 2024 by Steve Simms

I admire people who courageously open their heart to others and live with compassion, honesty, and humility. My heroes are people who radiate love, manifest joy, spread peace, show patience, display kindness, seek goodness, live with faithfulness, and communicate with … Continue reading →

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I want to vote for love not anger

Posted on May 2, 2024 by Steve Simms

My words and my lifestyle are much more important than my vote. I want to live in love and vote for kindness and humility. I vote for love by refusing to vote for hostility. I don’t want my vote to … Continue reading →

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My Direction Is Christ Connection

Posted on May 1, 2024 by Steve Simms

My direction comes from Christ-connection. An inner heart-connection with Christ must be continually cultivated. Because our human nature isn’t comfortable with that kind of intimacy with the living Jesus, it tries to cut off (quench) the flow of the flow … Continue reading →

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“Love never fails.”

Posted on April 30, 2024 by Steve Simms

I have 36 journal books full of quotes that I have collected over the years. One of my favorites is: “Love never fails.” Love constantly looks unto Jesus. It beholds the Lamb of God throughout each day. Experience love at … Continue reading →

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Responding to Door Knocks Wakes Me Up From Life’s Hollow Daze

Posted on April 29, 2024 by Steve Simms

It’s hard to wake up from life’s hollow daze. The word “holiday” came from the old English word, “haligdæg,” which means “holy day.” Every day is my favorite “haligdæg” because every day is a holy day, a gift from God, … Continue reading →

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From Camping to “Gloramping”?

Posted on April 28, 2024 by Steve Simms

Thanks to the Boy Scouts, as a pre-teen and a teenager I went camping once a month for years. It was always an adventure and a challenge. There were always obstacles to overcome. When I was 19, I had an … Continue reading →

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When I’m doing good things that I’m prompted to do

Posted on April 27, 2024 by Steve Simms

I feel the most productive when I’m doing the good things that I’ve been prompted to do. When I obey the wholesome leadings in my heart, my life begins to flow with positive results. I believe those leadings come from … Continue reading →

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The Way the Body of Christ Can Be One

Posted on April 26, 2024 by Steve Simms

Viewing the risen Jesus together with other Christ-followers as we watch Him work in and through each other will override our divisive personal views about doctrine or politics or any other obstinate opinions that we have. Observing Christ living in … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Emoji Calls Me Out of My Complacent Zone

Posted on April 26, 2024 by Steve Simms

The classic smiley face is my favorite emoji. It reminds me that there’s not much to smile about in my complacent zone. The smiley face emoji makes me realize that staying in my complacent zone is boredom for my mind! … Continue reading →

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