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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!

My favorite subjects weren’t taught in school.

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Steve Simms

For some reason my favorite subjects weren’t taught in school. I’ve had to explore and learn them on my own. They include positive thinking, creativity, self-control, character development, awe, openheartedness, forgiveness, hopefulness, kindness, gratitude, joy, inner peace, humility, world peace, … Continue reading →

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Here’s the news:

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Steve Simms

Here’s the news. People accuse And abuse Each other. They try to hide Behind their pride. They excuse Their behavior And they blame Other people For their shame. They ignore That they need Jesus To be their Savior. Lord, have … Continue reading →

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I use screen time to show and tell not to passively consume and gel.

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Steve Simms

I’m not on screens to be influenced by our culture of confusion and chaos. My purpose is to share the joy and peace that overflow from within me. My goal is to be a missionary of hope not a mission … Continue reading →

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Life takes time

Posted on November 5, 2023 by Steve Simms

Life is a season. It’s a growth process. Growth requires time. Like all human beings and other living things, I need time to develop and mature. However, time alone isn’t enough for me to fully grow into maturity. I also … Continue reading →

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What can we count on in 3 years?

Posted on November 4, 2023 by Steve Simms

In our chaotic, crazy, and cruel world, what can we count on to give us hope that life will be bearable in three years (or thirty-three years)? We can’t count on politicians. They’re a moral mess. We can’t count on … Continue reading →

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How’s Your Heart? Day

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Steve Simms

In our confused culture we ignore the harvest of our heart and falsely believe that our thoughts, feelings, and desires have little or nothing to do with the quality of our life. So, we let them run wild and uncontested. … Continue reading →

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If humans were good . . .

Posted on November 2, 2023 by Steve Simms

God gives his grace to bad people. The deception that we are good people blocks our reception of His grace. Some people are ignoring the Bible (“There is none righteous, no not one,”) and boldly proclaiming that humans are good … Continue reading →

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The web hub with the holy rub!

Posted on November 2, 2023 by Steve Simms

My favorite website is Bible Hub @ https://biblehub.com/john/3-16.htm Bible Hub shows dozens of Bible translations of any Bible verse all on one page. By making it easy to compare various translations it clarifies the meaning of each verse in ways … Continue reading →

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To share Christ’s good news, it’s necessary to use words.

Posted on November 1, 2023 by Steve Simms

If you love Jesus, it’s necessary to use words and to tell people. Your silence keeps them in the dark about where you stand with Him! If Jesus has done anything in you or for you, tell it! Don’t let … Continue reading →

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Continually living the time of my life

Posted on November 1, 2023 by Steve Simms

There’s a moment in my life when everything mysteriously shifted. In one solitary instant I was changed inside and out. That marvelous moment was the time of my life and I’ve been living in the reality of that single moment … Continue reading →

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