Author Archives: Steve Simms

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!

I Wear Depth of Insight From Many Years Ago

Posted on May 15, 2024 by Steve Simms

Depth of insight looks for more than rational analysis and intellectual comprehension. It looks beyond the collecting, processing, and categorizing of information. It sees and experiences life directly with and through the heart. Depth of insight is never satisfied with … Continue reading →

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I’m Being Led to be a Follower

Posted on May 14, 2024 by Steve Simms

I’m a low-keyed leader. I try to lead from the side, not from the front. I try to lead by being an equal with everyone. I feel no need to pull rank, use human authority, or strong arm anyone. I … Continue reading →

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The Source of my 5 Favorite Fruits

Posted on May 13, 2024 by Steve Simms

My five favorite fruits are: love, joy, peace, kindness, and self-control. The source that causes those fruits to grow, ripen, and flourish in a human being is the Spirit of the living God. The Bible calls them “the fruit of … Continue reading →

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Religious Boxes and Dry Pipes

Posted on May 12, 2024 by Steve Simms

Jesus is more real than the device you’re reading this on. What you are now seeing on this screen will soon be gone but Jesus will never pass away. Download Christ’s operating system into your heart and let Him provide … Continue reading →

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Open Up to Agape

Posted on May 12, 2024 by Steve Simms

Every dayI can open upTo agape. When Christ came to payThe price for my sin,That was agape. When Jesus calls meTo follow and obeyHim throughout the day,That is agape. Every time I prayAnd God fills meWith His joy,That’s agape. When … Continue reading →

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The Invisible Man Who Changed My Life

Posted on May 11, 2024 by Steve Simms

I didn’t see him with my eyes, but although he was invisible to me, he changed my life. In an instant everything shifted within me and my whole life seemed different. I’ve never been the same since the moment I … Continue reading →

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Inner Freedom!

Posted on May 10, 2024 by Steve Simms

Without inner freedom–freedom from the dominion of our own desire and self-will–we humans are still in bondage no matter how much we pridefully proclaim and celebrate our liberty. People like to use outward freedom as an excuse to justify their … Continue reading →

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I disagree with almost all public figures.

Posted on May 9, 2024 by Steve Simms

We live in an age in the Western world where public figures encourage us to pursue pleasure, desires, comfort, and government support for our desires. I believe that is a deceptive and dangerous focus, so I disagree with almost all … Continue reading →

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My career plan is write away (to where the words go).

Posted on May 8, 2024 by Steve Simms

My career plan is to write away every day and see where the words take me. I try to take off my hard hat, loosen up my stiff neck, set aside my analysis, and listen to the still small voice … Continue reading →

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I See Beautiful Performances Every Day

Posted on May 7, 2024 by Steve Simms

I see beautiful live performances every day! I see the sun, clouds, lightening, rain, stars and the moon performing in the sky as the tree branches wave them on. I see Spirit-led performances when I observe acts of kindness, humility, … Continue reading →

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