Tag Archives: alternatives to church

This is the Alternative Universe I Want to See

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Steve Simms

Many people live and act like there is no alternative. They’re stuck in a pattern of dull repetition — each day following the routine of the day before. This is especially true for Sunday religious services. Week after week, year … Continue reading →

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Church Isn’t A Bad Thing, It’s Just Not Enough

Posted on June 6, 2024 by Steve Simms

In this picture: 1) There are no spectators. 2) Everyone feels free to speak out in the meeting. 3) Their focus is on the living Jesus. I think Leonardo got it right in his famous painting. I wish churches would … Continue reading →

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“One anothering” in The Salvation Army

Posted on May 14, 2022 by Steve Simms

There are 50+ “one another” verses in the Bible. When Christians seek to obey them, hearts begin to connect and community occurs. We can’t “bear with each other” and follow the other “one another” commands if we refuse to band … Continue reading →

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Does church ignore the connectivity of the Holy Spirit?

Posted on March 31, 2022 by Steve Simms

When Christ in you connects with Christ in me, an instant sense of kinship happens, even if we’re strangers. When we sense that connection, we tend to open our hearts to each other and begin to actively experience our unity … Continue reading →

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