Jesus Over Everything #8 Lisa and Friends: Dr. Alicia Britt Chole - Best of The Best JOE Summer '22
Jun 8, 2022
Dr. Alicia Britt Chole, an author and teacher known for her work on spiritual formation, shares her inspiring journey from atheism to faith. She discusses how writing is a spiritual dance and why she emphasizes themes like decrease and doubt. Alicia highlights the importance of relationships, defining 'home' in a spiritual context. She offers insights on leadership rooted in love and how navigating doubt can deepen one's intimacy with God. Lastly, she emphasizes nurturing a healthy soul through gratitude and stewardship.
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Unexpected Conversion In A Small Church
- Alicia Britt Chole recounts converting from staunch atheism after attending a small church service with elderly believers who sang.
- The encounter felt like a sudden, undeniable presence of God that changed her life instantly.
Friendship That Began A Thaw
- Two persistent young women befriended Alicia and consistently expressed, "I don't know an answer, but I know Jesus lives and loves you."
- Their tears and honest humility began the thaw in her atheist heart.
Decrease As A Path To Formation
- Alicia links Lent and spiritual decrease to long-term formation and the value of holy disillusionment.
- She argues the slow walk to the cross teaches that valleys hold the same richness of God's presence as mountaintops.
