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!

Consciousness Makes People Unique

Posted on March 30, 2024 by Steve Simms

Without CI (Conscious Intelligence) there would be no one to appreciate, ponder, or analyze nature and the Universe. Conscious Intelligence is the center of the Universe, because without consciousness the concept of “center” is meaningless. You can choose to control … Continue reading →

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My Name Doesn’t Matter

Posted on March 29, 2024 by Steve Simms

My name doesn’t matter. There’s another name I want honored. Jesus Junction:Will you doWhat JesusWants you to,Or will youDo what youWant to do? Jesus didn’t rise from the deadTo make you comfortable.He rose from the deadSo he can get in … Continue reading →

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Love Meetings Make Me Laugh With Joy

Posted on March 28, 2024 by Steve Simms

Love meetings make me laugh with beautiful joy that freely flows from my heart. Loving laughter is a wonderful thing. It connects people heart-to-heart and helps them to be open and honest with each other. To open your heart to … Continue reading →

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When I was 5, I wanted to be a peacemaker!

Posted on March 27, 2024 by Steve Simms

When I was five years old, I wanted to be a peacemaker. I used to ask my mother and father, “Why is there war?” Asking that question would break my heart and make me cry. As a little boy, I … Continue reading →

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Individualism is misunderstood.

Posted on March 26, 2024 by Steve Simms

True individualism isn’t pride and self-focus. It’s inner hunger and thirst for meaning, purpose, and a fulfilling life. “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness.” Progress is whatever brings you closer to deep meaning and a worthy purpose … Continue reading →

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Saying “no” to self-focus

Posted on March 25, 2024 by Steve Simms

The thing that interferes most with my happiness in life is self-focus. Every day I strive to say “no” to it. I want to keep my eyes and my heart fixed on the risen Jesus Christ so I can be … Continue reading →

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Yearning

Posted on March 24, 2024 by Steve Simms

I have an inner yearning that I can’t explain. I didn’t seek it. I didn’t choose it. I didn’t cause it by my own effort or training. It’s been working inside me for as long as I can remember. It … Continue reading →

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Sonshine in my Heart!

Posted on March 23, 2024 by Steve Simms

My favorite weather is when I let the Son of God shine in my heart! Here’s how I do that: Christ-followers are called to no longer live according to their human desires but to live according to the desires of … Continue reading →

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Whatateacher!

Posted on March 22, 2024 by Steve Simms

My most influential teacher was and is and will always be the Holy Spirit. He taught me and continues to teach me, not by lecture but by demonstrating His presence, power, and love in my heart. When I start to … Continue reading →

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Reasons Jesus Didn’t Rise

Posted on March 21, 2024 by Steve Simms

Jesus didn’t rise to be honored with a holiday. He rose to make every day and every moment special with His supernatural presence. Jesus didn’t rise to be honored with words in religious meetings while ignored by human hearts throughout … Continue reading →

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