Tag Archives: house church

Lively spectacles or liturgical spectators

Posted on July 11, 2019 by Steve Simms

If Christianity doesn’t cause people to feel deeply and passionately about Jesus, it’s not the Christianity of the Bible. Jesus wants His people to be fired-up spectacles of His glory, not religious spectators of His story. Jesus promised His presence … Continue reading →

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Exciting insights about “church” (reading Ephesians 5 & 6 as written to a group, not just to an individual)

Posted on July 2, 2019 by Steve Simms

Ephesians 5 says that the assembly of Christ-followers (church) “submits to Christ” as “the head.” I believe that Christ wants to literally, personally head-up every Christian gathering by inwardly promopting individuals to say & do what He tells them to. … Continue reading →

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Religious thought or supernatural relevation?

Posted on June 5, 2019 by Steve Simms

Church focuses too much on religious explanations and not enough on ongoing interaction with the risen Jesus. Theology is religious thought. Revelation is direct perception of God. If we neglect to observe what the Lord is doing in our heart, … Continue reading →

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Enough with theories about Christ; it’s time to demonstrate His presence!

Posted on March 24, 2019 by Steve Simms

“May the Lord direct your hearts into God’s love.” –Paul of Tarsus (The Lord, not a preacher.) Biblical Christianity is built on awareness of and obedience to the presence of the living Jesus. When Christ is living and actively working … Continue reading →

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Church should let imperfect people listen to God

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Steve Simms

Don’t look for a perfect church, but for a church where imperfect people are trusted to hear God, listened to and not just lectured.When church replaced the awe of God for the sound of a sermon, it became more about … Continue reading →

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How many sermons must we hear?

Posted on February 18, 2019 by Steve Simms

How many sermons must Christians hear before they are allowed to say anything in church? Will there ever be enough? Since Christ came to set us free, why does church entangle us in human control and programs? Church tends to … Continue reading →

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When it comes to the Holy Spirit, always choose ALLOW

Posted on February 4, 2019 by Steve Simms

Jesus is here now (live and in person) but often church acts like He’s long gone. If you’re a Christian, don’t act like Jesus is dead. Instead let His presence continually transform and inspire you. Sometimes it feels like church … Continue reading →

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Lay it on the line!

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Steve Simms

How can we let God change us if we won’t even let Him change the church program? Take a risk like the chicken who went halfway across the road to lay it on the line. Lay your all on the line … Continue reading →

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How to hold a “house church” meeting in your home

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Steve Simms

I first wrote this blog for the ONE Body Life Blog at this link. If you have ever wanted to attend a house fellowship, but couldn’t find one, why not start one yourself? It’s easy. Any believer can do it … Continue reading →

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Letting church come home

Posted on November 27, 2017 by Steve Simms

For those who like the idea of house church, but can’t find one and/or don’t know how to start one, there is great news. ONE is really a house church handbook. It’s full of practical and theological ideas about meeting … Continue reading →

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