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!

What No Tatoo Can Do!

Posted on March 20, 2024 by Steve Simms

No tattoo can: Heal your hurting heart; Fill you with inner peace; Assure you that you’re forgiven; Set you free from guilt; Restore broken relationships; Thrill you with a fountain of joy; Make you feel valued and loved; Get rid … Continue reading →

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Holy Spirit Led Zooming

Posted on March 19, 2024 by Steve Simms

I would love to do more Holy Spirit Led Zooming every day! I love to gather with a few people and let God’s Spirit lead our interaction. If you want to do some Spirit-led Zooming with me, leave a comment … Continue reading →

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Forgiven

Posted on March 19, 2024 by Steve Simms

I am forgiven even though my pride used to tell me that I didn’t need forgiveness. I thought I was a good person, better than most people. The church that I attended when I was a teenager used to have … Continue reading →

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Tears of Tender Gratitude

Posted on March 18, 2024 by Steve Simms

The best compliment I have ever received has come as tears of tender gratitude. My wife, Ernie, and I love to pray with and for people. As we pray out loud for people, we feel God’s love for them (even … Continue reading →

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The World is Cross-Country

Posted on March 17, 2024 by Steve Simms

The world is Cross-country, the land where inner healing was purchased by Christ’s Cross. I began my Cross-country trip standing in the lobby of a dorm when in a moment Christ became real to me. Since that moment, I’ve been … Continue reading →

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People who stream confidence

Posted on March 16, 2024 by Steve Simms

True confidence doesn’t come from self-esteem. The most confident people I know have set aside self-esteem and learned to rely on continually streaming an unshakable source of inner confidence. Human beings were made in the image of God, but we … Continue reading →

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A Hope Filled Think Tank Combats the Negative Feelings of Superficial Intelligence

Posted on March 15, 2024 by Steve Simms

To combat negative feelings and tormenting thoughts I keep my think thank filled with hope. What’s in your think tank? Superficial intelligence cold and hard like an iceberg. It will produce an artificial life. Get real. Fill your think tank … Continue reading →

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Where do I put myself?

Posted on March 14, 2024 by Steve Simms

I lose myself by: Opening my heart to the promptings of God’s Spirit, Saying and doing what the Spirit tells me to do, Letting the Holy Spirit freely flow from my innermost being, Pondering in God’s Presence, Worshipping the Lord … Continue reading →

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Brother Sun Sister Moon

Posted on March 13, 2024 by Steve Simms

Brother Sun Sister Moon is a movie about the life of St. Francis of Assisi. It was released in 1972 and directed by Franco Zeffirelli. I normally don’t like to watch a movie more than once, but I have seen … Continue reading →

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Hop to the Voice of the Risen Jesus!

Posted on March 12, 2024 by Steve Simms

Heart-Christianity is fragile. It easily slips into formalism and disappears into routine. I believe that Jesus wants to rescue people from the idea of a formalized God who is defined by religious institutions. The essential characteristic of Christianity is “Christ … Continue reading →

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