How Jesus Changed My Life | From Pastor to Skeptic to Mystic, with Jon Adams

[@Annavae1111]

Early Christians in the Bible were called “People of the Way”. Jesus is the way, truth, and life… I love how this sermon implements “the way”. Good stuff.

[@withjonadams]

Language is important, and you're very perceptive

[@theguyver4934]

Wait are you saying Christianity is a man made religion

[@Annavae1111]

@@theguyver4934 Religion man-made? Definitely Christ (way, truth, life) man-made? No “Pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our God and Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself unstained by the world.” James 1:27

[@chimpstanzee5297]

Feeling your heart man- there is an awakening all over the earth happening in ways and in people we would never have imagined. We are transitional people who are apparently ushering in a new age of love and honor as our awareness grows.

[@lizrichardson3157]

Thank you for this video. I watched it by accident and I found it to be amazing. I laughed out loud, cried and got inspired all in one sitting. Loved it!

[@withjonadams]

Thanks Liz! It’s an honor.

[@MyLifeInTheDesert]

I tried attending a few non denominational churches that have the culture you talk about. I felt the same way. It turned me away from God. I now attend an episcopal church and am happy-because they are comfortable with the mystery and the complexity of life. Everyone is invited to communion because it is God’s table not the church’s. There is also a lack of judgement and people from all walks of life are welcome. Thank you for the sermon!

[@victoriajohn6693]

I just started in an episcopal church too and I am so surprised too! This is where I want to stay

[@brandydinsmore8214]

I have attended the Episcopal church since the age of 5-6. I actually tried a non denom ch at 23-24 yo and soon returned to the Episcopal church. I am at home there but I prefer the smaller one than the large one in town simply for the camaraderie in our particular church. For those seeking a home in the Episcopal church, try a few first, there are still differences in size and approx ages and in different regions and econ groups. But overall, I have found there is more openness to those of different gender and sexual orientations and much more latitude to seek other truths (in Buddhism, for example) while still fully being accepted in the church and among other parishioners.

[@jackiewright4402]

Sounds nice-may have to try an episcopal church. ❤️

[@PavaniGanga]

💛🙏💛 Understood. 17 years dealing with problem of evil, and inadequate concept of God. Until finally I got back into solid relationship.

[@iceburna2529]

Always appreciate your honesty, Jon. My path is much the same, but it took me to age 50 to come full circle after marrying at 20, getting ordained, and then losing my faith in my mid-20s because I "asked too many questions". Even now I hesitate to call myself a Christian because of the religious connotations. Much easier for me to say, "I follow the Way Jesus taught."

[@LolaMaria789]

That’s very well put. I will say the same

[@55arrowhead]

You spoke directly to me. Thank you.

[@BJAnderson]

Our capacity to love is far greater than our capacity to know. We can only ever hope to know God through love because our intellect will always fail us. By all means, study the Bible and learn as much as you can about God, but always remember that your heart is at the center of your relationship with Him, and your mind is second in command. This is The Way.

[@Crustapher]

This was amazing. I really needed to hear this because I feel like I am stuck in that rut.

[@SerenaWeatherall]

From the Vedic perspective life (god) teaches us unconditional love through the process of life itself. There is a divine order called karma - which explains why we go through so many things. It’s not really ‘punishment’ though, it’s a way for us to experience both consequences for the seeds we have planted, AND to bring unconditional love into those very situations. We learn the deepest most profound love for self and others. We know what pain feels like and we learn compassion for all beings. We learn to love instead of blame. We become so strong in our capacity the walk ‘the way’. The ‘rule’ is to become that unconditional love and trust God. The mystical traditions see the same truth, albeit from different perspectives. The way is the way. I respect people will see this differently. We’re all on a different journey and our consciousness operates out of what we know and have been conditioned by. But the way is all inclusive, all loving and knows no ‘rules’ or conditions on love.

[@London-Lad]

Thank you so, so much. Our lives are similar, yet our paths are different. Yet, we have both independently come to the same conclusion. All I can say is keep up the good work, please do not give up on this channel, and may God give you that peace and serenity to which the world simply cannot give. ❤🙏

[@OneGold_777]

Your perspectives on this subject are so refreshing, I was well in line with the devil, complete with the blasphemous tattoos. Psychedelics and the will to become a better person ultimately turned me towards Christ. But I had no luck regarding standard Christian denominations because of the divine visions I had during my psychedelic ventures and deep states of meditation. Thank you for helping the once lost find themselves again.

[@withjonadams]

You'd be surprised how many emails I get from folks with similar experiences. Christ is calling a lot of people from outside the usual box.

[@cundionfire]

Read The Immortality Key by Brian Muraresku. It'll give you a whole new perspective on Christianity and ancient Greece and how psychedelics may have played a pivotal role in the concept of enlightenment.

[@ceegee287]

I enjoyed this immensely. You articulated your story so beautifully.

[@chrishatch1008]

I love you, Jon. Thank you for embracing God's plan for you instead of running away from it. I really needed to hear this today.

[@BeeBlot]

Love this!

[@SicMundus7]

I relate very much. I wish for fellowship with like minded believers but I cannot find it. I will pray on it. Ty brother.

[@withjonadams]

Thanks Seth. This is by far the most common struggle that I hear through the channel. I’m praying that the Lord guides us to do something about it someday.

[@carmaela2689]

A friend of mine and I decided to start our own church. Just invite others to come pray and do good things for others. Maybe you should just start a Christian Mysticism group and discover together. It may just become your own church community of like minded people.

[@M-i-k-a-e-l]

Real talk. Authentic. Thank you. How to embark on the narrow path?

[@mrscream2028]

Amen brother

[@ievaluciahusic2349]

Thank you🙏🏻That was a REAL blessing, please keep going with your work, please never stop🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@roberthotlzclaw9012]

This is beautiful man. Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@reusablecatmilk.2325]

Thats one proper beard my man! I love that! I love beards and porridge. I love that so much.

[@withjonadams]

I'm definitely not a fan of eating porridge with a beard like this haha but thanks for the compliment

[@crossbuckfarm1365]

Thank you 🙏

[@jianzhou8018]

Thank you Jon

[@withjonadams]

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[@in-powered3392]

I used to wake up and take my Dogs for a walk down Broad St. But recently, I have been going up Narrow Way. It's really worked out for me. First time viewer, sub for sure. Similar story, ie "THIS WAS NOT THE DEAL" 'Proverbal' straw... lol. I see this was 1 year ago. I had a East to West ⚡🧠⚡ Oct192020. For me, (synchronicities) June 6th, "Christ Came" literally and Metaphysically, TS Cristobal made Landfall. Cristo-bal Spanish for Christ Bringer (Shakings and Earthquakes began) Look up earthquakes in the Strong's ⛈🧠⛈ My whole experience literally followed Revelation Apocalypse of the Mind/Consciousness. Enough about me, looking forward to other vids...⚔📖

[@tomcatjahnke1257]

Loved your testimony, you might appreciate Dr.Brad Jersak ‘s books : A more Christlike God, A more Christlike Way, A more Christlike Word. Your fellow traveller and brother in Christ. Thomas

[@jackiewright4402]

am def checking him out!

[@jkscout]

I'm still waiting. Suffering is real, and there is no healing.

[@withjonadams]

I’m sorry to hear that. I hope you find some hope. Peace and love to you, friend.

[@BeerDrinker574]

Do You Know Da Wae?

[@fanman8102]

From the beginning to 8:57 - a story of the failure of the American church. Been there, done that. Of course the Bible teaches that we should expect to suffer at some point.

[@Official_Random_Guy]

Jesus never taught "Mysticism" He taught the complete opposite. The greek meaning of "Mysticism" means "to conceal" and Jesus came to "Illuminate" as in "shed the night on the darkness and exposing the truth." Matthew 10:26 King James Version 26 Fear them not therefore: for there is nothing covered, that shall not be revealed; and hid, that shall not be known. Ephesians 5:12 King James Version 12 For it is a shame even to speak of those things which are done of them in secret. 1 Corinthians 4:5 King James Version 5 Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have praise of God.

[@vtino4825]

You're obsessed with your own opinion and thoughts. Try to understand what the history of Christian mysticism is all about. But if you're an idolater you wouldn't care to do that. In your case, you idolize concepts and words rather than trying to look at the essence and substance of the matter