Tag Archives: church hurt

The Best Risk is Encountergetics

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Steve Simms

Apologetics goes and tells what is logical. Encountergetics goes and tells what has been seen and heard. Jesus put it this way: “Go back and report to John what you have seen and heard: The blind receive sight, the lame … Continue reading →

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Can a church service do more harm than good?

Posted on October 8, 2022 by Steve Simms

Paul told the Corinthian Christians, “Your meetings do more harm than good.’ (1 Corinthians 11:17.) When does a church service do more harm than good? Perhaps . . . 1) When it makes people think they are saved and right … Continue reading →

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5 ways to recover from hurt in church

Posted on November 30, 2017 by Steve Simms

Ouch! Even the title of this post is a bit painful. However, if you’ve ever been hurt by church (and/or by people in church) here are 5 things that can help you heal your hurting heart. 1) Forgive. It’s hard … Continue reading →

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