Tag Archives: Spirit-led church

Mutual Encouragement Is A Powerful Secret

Posted on September 1, 2026 by Steve Simms

What was the secret of the power and influence of the early Christians in the Roman Empire as portrayed in the book of Acts? It was that they were “mutually encouraged by each other’s faith.” (Romans 1:11) They were led by the … Continue reading →

Posted in 12 step group, Christian support group, house church, recovery groups, support group | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

God the Holy Spirit Got Me Into Daily Bible Reading

Posted on August 29, 2026 by Steve Simms

The Holy Spirit and the Bible The Holy Spirit inspired the Bible. Now the Holy Spirit, Himself, wants to personally and directly teach you the Bible. Are you willing to continually listen to and obey Him? The Bible was written … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible reading plan, Bible study, Christian spirituality, hobbies, Holy Spirit | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

I Love to Witness the Joy of Early Christianity!

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Steve Simms

Somewhere along the way, Christianity abandoned banding together as a band of sisters and brothers in Christ directly led by the Spirit as they humbly open their hearts to God and to one another. Instead of assembling themselves together to … Continue reading →

Posted in biblical Christianity, Christian spirituality, Christianity, early Christianity, normal Christianity, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

When God Gives You a Calling Follow It No Matter What

Posted on August 2, 2026 by Steve Simms

Why Berry Street & Hart Street Weren’t Dead-End Streets (Part 12 — “The Misunderstanding of Christianity) During a prayer time in the early days of The Salvation Army Berry Street, a woman said she felt God told her Berry Street … Continue reading →

Posted in Berry Street, Salvation Army, Salvation Army Berry Street, Salvation Army history | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Basic Christianity (That We May Have Forgotten How To Do)

Posted on August 1, 2026 by Steve Simms

The Salvation Army’s “Nontraditional” Church (Part 11 — “The Misunderstanding of Christianity.”) Jesus told some religious people in the New Testament, “You nullify the word of God by your tradition that you have handed down.” (Mark 7:14) When the Salvation … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian spirituality, nontraditional church, The Salvation Army, The Salvation Army Nashville | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

This Surprise Wasn’t Fiction

Posted on July 31, 2026 by Steve Simms

A Great Surprise (Part 10 of “The Misunderstanding of Christianity”) After 5 1/2 years of my working at The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) and 3 years of Ernie serving as the Director of their Nashville community center, a … Continue reading →

Posted in Berry Street Worship Center, The Salvation Army, The Salvation Army Nashville | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

There’s No Excuse To Hide

Posted on July 17, 2026 by Steve Simms

The Bible calls on Christians to walk in the light. (Ephesians 5:8-10) Light exposes things. To walk in the light is to allow the hidden things in your heart to be exposed. It is to “confess your sins to each … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian spirituality, Christian support group, discipleship, ekklesia, house church | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Together We Can Help People Receive Healing from Jesus

Posted on June 7, 2026 by Steve Simms

Church could be a support group that facilitates testimonies, healing, and repentance. When Christians gather on Sunday to merely sit and listen, they miss out on the mutual encouragement that the Bible commands them to do. (Hebrews 10:24-25 & 1 … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian support group, Divine healing, house church, miracles, simple church | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Ekklesia Extinguishes Fear And Self-Doubt Replacing it With Christ’s Presence

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Steve Simms

It’s time for Christians to “do the stuff” “Having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people.” (2 Timothy 3:5) Instead, go and make disciples (Matthew 28:19) and train them to daily do … Continue reading →

Posted in body of Christ, Christian support group, ekklesia, freedom in Christ, God's power | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Experiencing Living Stones Being Built Together

Posted on April 19, 2026 by Steve Simms

Yesterday I experienced living stones “being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood.” (1 Peter 2:4-5) There were 8 of us — 7 men and one woman. We met at Chile Burrito in Brentwood, Tennessee. We were … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian church, church, church reform, early church, simple church | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment