Comments on: Displays of a Distorted Gospel: Club Jesus

By: Alia Joy

Alia Joy — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 07:40:41 +0000

Thanks. I think we get the gospel wrong in so many ways and we wander from it so easily so it’s important to always come back to those truths and to the faith that saves and draws us in. I am always wandering and being drawn in by Jesus. Thanks for reading along in my journey and for sharing in some of what God is teaching me as I try to follow.

By: Alia Joy

Alia Joy — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 07:37:38 +0000

Stay tuned Janice. I’ve been there and I’m working through it all too but I’ve honestly been coming to a place where I feel God is showing me for the first time, despite all the shortcomings, how important church is. I NEVER would’ve said that in that way a year ago and meant it.

Hope you’re settling in nicely. I hate moving but I do love the newness of setting up a house and everything gets put away and it’s all nice and new. Until it’s not. The longest we’ve lived in a house since we’ve been married, (14 years) is 3. We move a lot!. Here’s to settling down for a bit.

By: brit

brit — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 22:44:02 +0000

i read this in its entirety, skeptical until the last word. it’s a great depiction of what is actually happening. i am moved by the practice of faith that brought you to these truths, and that you’re able to speak of them so openly and naturally.

By: Janice

Janice — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 17:53:13 +0000

Alia, I’m catching up on your posts after being without internet for a week while we moved. And I’m so glad you’ve kept writing. Your words are so relate-able. I’m in the drop-out generation. Missing it but mildly repulsed by the idea of going back to Club Jesus. Can’t wait to read the rest.

By: Alia Joy

Alia Joy — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 14:41:47 +0000

Paula, you’re sweet. I wish that was true. I do desire to be as authentic as possible and to speak from the places where I’ve faded and He’s filled but it’s a constant heart check to make sure I’m in the right place. How prone we are to wander.

By: Alia Joy

Alia Joy — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 14:38:59 +0000

Thanks Ashley, I am so blessed by you and your constant encouragement. I feel the same way about your writing. I loved your latest post, The Table. Gorgeous.

By: Alia Joy

Alia Joy — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 14:37:47 +0000

Tonya, I know what you mean. I like to have control and when I am pouring myself out to be filled up by him, I find that the process does leave me feeling wrecked. But this is a great thing and a wonderful place to be because when we are, we’re malleable and He can shape us into what He desires. You’re not alone. Praying with you friend.

By: 31 Days to Why Church? - Narrow Paths to Higher Places

31 Days to Why Church? - Narrow Paths to Higher Places — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 05:33:44 +0000

[...] Day 13: Displays of a Distorted Gospel: Club Jesus [...]

By: Displays of a Distorted Gospel: Activist Jesus - Narrow Paths to Higher Places

Displays of a Distorted Gospel: Activist Jesus - Narrow Paths to Higher Places — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 05:31:20 +0000

[...] Club Jesus will probably always be around. But the glistening burst on the horizon is the draw towards more than that. We tire of the old religion and the Sunday club gatherers. We want our church to be the hands and feet of Jesus. [...]

By: Paula Barnett

Paula Barnett — Tue, 16 Oct 2012 16:55:17 +0000

There is positively NO-thing external about you, Alia Joy! An open vessel, full of God’s Glory & Grace. Celebrating your Truth of BEing! Love being here with you.