Category Archives: ekklesia

9 Greek Words That Can Set Your Heart on Fire

Posted on July 14, 2026 by Steve Simms

The world today is awash in technology. The English word technology comes from two Greek words: tekhne meaning “skill” and logia meaning “the study of.” Yet with all of our technology, knowledge, and skills our hearts aren’t filled with love, … Continue reading →

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Make God Your Chief Chef!

Posted on July 8, 2026 by Steve Simms

God is a chef who is looking for people to be His Spirit-prompted ingredients. (Romans 8:14) He wants to bring Christians together to demonstrate His glorious presence and power. (1 Corinthians 2:4) Be an interactive ingredient in the body of … Continue reading →

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Finding “House Church” in Spanish

Posted on June 17, 2026 by Steve Simms

Last night God led me to a small group of amazing people who are “gentle and humble of heart.” Here is how He did it: Last Saturday I felt prompted to go to Plaza Marichi in Nashville. It’s a big … Continue reading →

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I’m Pursuing What Money Can’t Buy

Posted on May 29, 2026 by Steve Simms

Do you have enough of King Jesus? Christians are supposed to focus on Jesus, not on any mere human being or any mere thing. Is the risen Christ moment-by-moment ruling and reigning within you as your King of Kings and … Continue reading →

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Ekklesia Extinguishes Fear And Self-Doubt Replacing it With Christ’s Presence

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Steve Simms

It’s time for Christians to “do the stuff” “Having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people.” (2 Timothy 3:5) Instead, go and make disciples (Matthew 28:19) and train them to daily do … Continue reading →

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God’s Big Little Meeting

Posted on May 12, 2026 by Steve Simms

A Christian Challenge(Hold a Christ-Centered Encouragement Group) 1) Gather 3 or more people. 2) Sit in a circle. 3) Explain the guidelines. (Let’s all listen to Jesus. If you feel an inner prompting that aligns with the Bible, obey it. … Continue reading →

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Heart-To-Heart Connection Gives Me Direction

Posted on May 2, 2026 by Steve Simms

Healing and inner peace come from confession, not from concealment. From heart-to-heart connection, not from a theological analysis. When Adam and Eve tried to hide their sin from God, He asked: “Where are you?” God knew where they were hiding. … Continue reading →

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The Name Above Every Name

Posted on March 8, 2026 by Steve Simms

“Abruptly Jesus broke into prayer: ‘Thank You, Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth. You’ve concealed Your ways from sophisticates and know-it-alls, but spelled them out clearly to ordinary people. Yes, Father, that’s the way You like to work.’” (Matthew 11:25-26 … Continue reading →

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What ChatGPT Says About: Beyond Church

Posted on February 21, 2026 by Steve Simms

Here’s what ChatGPT says about Beyond Church: An Invitation to Experience the Lost Word of the Bible—Ekklesia. Steve Simms’ book argues that modern Christianity has lost sight of a crucial biblical concept: ekklesia. While English Bibles typically translate this word … Continue reading →

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“Tell it to the church” that meets like a family

Posted on February 11, 2026 by Steve Simms

Jesus told His followers to “Tell it to the church.” (Matthew 18:17) This statement isn’t referring to the historic institutionalized organizations called churches that mostly meet on Sunday morning as a passive religious audience under the headship and control of … Continue reading →

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