Category Archives: Christian community

Christian Unity

Posted on April 26, 2026 by Steve Simms

The Bible teaches that God doesn’t want the body of Christ to be divided and denominated (called) by different names. It says: “For when one says, ‘I am of Paul,’ and another, ‘I am of Apollos,’ are you not carnal?” … Continue reading →

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Deciding to Help Put a Puzzle Together

Posted on April 17, 2026 by Steve Simms

The body of Christ on planet earth is like a giant jigsaw puzzle. Its peace is broken into pieces — tens of thousands of them called denominations and nondenominational churches that are scattered around the world. Yet, Jesus prayed that … Continue reading →

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15 Ways People Can Respond to God

Posted on April 12, 2026 by Steve Simms

Here are 15 biblical ways you can respond to God the Holy Spirit — the Spirit of wisdom and revelation. (Ephesians 1:17) All Christ followers need to continually live by and walk in the Spirit. (Galatians 5:25). You can . … Continue reading →

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Positive Change Requires Working Together

Posted on April 10, 2026 by Steve Simms

Together we can experience positive change. As human beings we need one another. We have been designed for community not for isolation. Powerful community requires that we humbly open up our heart to one another. Fortunately, there’s a book that … Continue reading →

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I Admire Humility That Releases Dynamic Unity

Posted on December 10, 2025 by Steve Simms

When Christians humbly open their heart to one another they discover amazing unity! There’s a supernatural heart-to-heart unity of the Spirit among Christ-followers that can be lost if not carefully maintained. Our natural desires that the Bible calls “the flesh” … Continue reading →

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Nothing Tops This!

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Steve Simms

Jesus allowed God the Father to live and to work in Him. (John 14:10) Now Jesus wants to live and to work inside of you. (Colossians 1:27) Will you persistently surrender to the risen Jesus and always make room for … Continue reading →

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A Neighborhood of Caring Neighbors

Posted on October 6, 2025 by Steve Simms

Far too often Christians who want to experience Christ beyond the control of Sunday morning church attendance are criticized and pressured to conform to the passivity and mediocracy of traditional church services. If they persist in their desire, they may … Continue reading →

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The Community of Heart-to-Heart Unity

Posted on May 7, 2025 by Steve Simms

The best opportunityFor true communityIs heart-felt unityThat comes throughChrist in youLeading all you do. Refuse to waverFrom Christ the Savior.Stay in God’s favor.Let your heart savorChrist’s presence each dayAnd your behaviorBe Spirit-prompted. ChristianityAbandoned shipWhen it gave upSpirit-promptedDiscipleshipAnd fellowship,To follow a … Continue reading →

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I’ve Found a Better Best Friend Than a Pet

Posted on April 6, 2025 by Steve Simms

People open their heart to their pet. You see it every day. Some pets are even called “man’s best friend.” That’s because most people have no idea about who their true best friend really is. Let there be light. If … Continue reading →

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The Most Effective Community Improvement

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Steve Simms

The most effective community improvement for any community would be for people to humbly and honestly open their heart to one another. True community is ignited by heart-to-heart connection. The key to deep and lasting heart connection is open up … Continue reading →

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