Tonex’s gay church gig
Is the singer finally out the box?
Its really sad to report that former black gospel music golden child Anthony Williams aka Tonex (pronounced tone nay)
is now singing in gay churches. The website of a local Unity Fellowship Church carried this brief announcement.
We, the Body of Christ of UFCNB, would like to take this glorious opportunity to say thank you to every member, volunteer, supporter and friend who made our 7th Anniversary Gala an extraordinary event. Blessings to TONEX for anointing the building with his magnificent voice.”
Tonex has chronicled much his public meltdowns with his record company, former wife, gospel music industry, his church and others online. Last year, in a profanity-strewn confession, he admitted homosexual conduct. Despite that very public fact, Tonex was still feted as a special guest at the Higher Dominion COGIC in suburban San Diego.
We are urging prayer for Tonex and warning churches not to further hasten Tonex’s downward spiral by exalting his talent above the need for his soul to be saved.
Addendum 06.16.08: There seems to be some discussion around the internet as to whether this post is legitimate in its reporting on Tonex and his sexual issues. What we strive to present is evidence, gathered from (1) events Tonex has been in attendance, (2) words spoken or written by Tonex himself (3) words written by others about their direct interaction with Tonex. Based on this evidence and in context, we compare it to what the scripture says about such conduct. As a general practice GCM Watch attempts courtesy contact to get subject’s pov, but more often that not, there is no response.
As such Tonex is welcome to present any information not already made public here as long as it is not gratuitous self promotion or the wanton promotion of false doctrine.
Recently, we recieved information that Tonex would be a guest performer on an exclusively homosexual cruise and had produced the theme song for the event (ironically named Standing in the Truth) where he sings of “loving” another man. Our admonition to churches and pastors to close their doors to this man is based on this information which does not bring glory to God nor is it acceptable Christian conduct to be celebrated in God’s house. There is no intent on the part of GCM Watch to prevent Tonex from living his life as he chooses. We do have an obligation to inform and warn churches of his chosen path when it comes in conflict with biblical principles.
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Tonex is an advocate of Universalism so this isnt surprising at all…
No, not at all. He got that from his Carlton Pearson/Yvette Flunder associations. How quick and easy it is to fall into false doctrine.
You know all of this sounds like unfair judgment of Tonex to me.
Have any of you had to deal with sexual issues or molestation? Have any of you been violated by the church and or it’s leadership? If it turns out that Tonex is presently having sex with men, then isn’t this gossip? and if it turns out that he is not, then isn’t this slander?
We can continue to violate the demands of Scripture to promote the scripture.
At what point would it be okay for Tonex to minister again? Are we going to perform a sin check on all of the gospel singers, pastors and ministers of the day? If we do, I see empty churches, pulpits and and many non updated web sites.
What is this web site going to do to help those affected by homosexuality find the love and light of Christ.
Kwesi,
You would have explain just how this is unfair judgment? What criteria are you using to make that determination
The answers to all your questions are answered fully on this site. You may need to take some time and read. If you find that some are not, please specify which ones.
You asked: If it turns out that Tonex is presently having sex with men, then isn’t this gossip? and if it turns out that he is not, then isn’t this slander?
Those were Tonex’s claims, not ours. Bisexuality does indicate sexual affirnity for both male and female, does it not? Again, you should take some time and read and your questions will be answered.
Additionally, in the slim chance it is “gossip” wouldnt you just be contributing to it, instead of ignoring it thus making you a partaker? Think about it.
You also asked: At what point would it be okay for Tonex to minister again?
According to the scripture when he has repented and been restored to fellowship in the brotherhood. Reference Gal 6:1
You said: Are we going to perform a sin check on all of the gospel singers, pastors and ministers of the day? If we do, I see empty churches, pulpits and and many non updated web sites.
No, Kewsi thats a spiritually fatalistic pov. I call it the Elijah complex. There are MANY pastors, bishops, preachers and singers who are not part of the gaychurchmatrix. Its an insult to Christ ref Matt 16:18 to suggest that the church will “empty out” because sin is exposed. We are commanded to expose sin in the church and not fellowship with Christians who wont repent.
“We are urging prayer for Tonex and warning churches not to further hasten Tonex’s downward spiral (judgmental) by exalting his talent above the need for his soul to be saved.(judgment)”
The clear insinuation here is that Tonex has been judged to be in need of saving. Among the things that he professes in the song that you sight is that he is saved. That he has a relationship with Jesus Christ and is in process.
Listen, I’m all for honest conversations, I have no time for straw men. The article warns that Tonex should not be called upon to minister because the judgment has been made that he remains in a sinful state. The judgment has been made that his heart is not bent towards God, an that he is not a true believer.
About the said Elijah complex, There are many who are not apart of the “gay church matrix” as you put it. Is homosexuality the only sin?
We are called to judge fruit, I agree. I believe the bible addresses how this should be done, no? Have you spoke to him in love and addressed your concern? Have you again done to him in love with a witness and then taken him before the body of believers he fellowships with? Investigation is required and love is demanded biblically speaking.
As a person that has dealt with and by God’s grace and process overcome same sex issue, molestation by an uncle and abuse by straight leaders in the church, I miss the point. Dealing with the sin issue in your life is never easy to do and often is not instant.
When the adulterous woman was caught in her Sin, the religious were ready to point the finger, judge her and stone her to death. JESUS said and you know this. Let he that is without sin cast the first stone.
Is Homosexuality a sin? Absolutely! Are the unrepentant homosexuals in churches all over the world? yes. Is God aware of this? surely and did He not say that the wheat and the tear grow together.
You are right, I have not read the volumes that you have on here in it’s entirety. You are wrong, addressing this issue directly with you and defending another’s reputation does not make me equally a gossiper, on the slight chance that the article is gossip.
I respect you enough to ask you directly any question that I have and refrain from judging you without personal relationship and or interaction.
I commend you for posting my comments in tact. Thanks for your honesty.
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Again, Kwesi, it appears you dont know the full story of what came from Tonex’s mouth. You could possibly be “defending” Tonex reputation without being aware of what he has said about himself. That doesnt sound logical at all.
You seem to be confusing several issues and superimposing sentiment over scripture.
Judging is not that hard to do (John 7:24) and again we are commanded to judge one another based on what we know, what has been said openly and what scripture teaches in regards to the situation at hand. Paul wrote to the Corinthian church (who acted as if judgment was only God’s domain) that the saints would judge the world and angels. He asked them why it was so difficult for them to judge small matters among themselves.
Paul made a judgment on a sexually immoral member of the Corinthian church without even seeing it firsthand. He said that it had been told to him.
You may deny it, but your comments are judging. We all make calls on what we see and hear everyday. Now if you are without sin there (according to your interpretation) you are justly casting a stone. If you do, then your arguments are circular.
What we wrote here about Tonex is in keeping with Biblical instruction and in love.
I would suggest you go and do some research and then perhaps your comments might be a little more weightier. Thanks for visiting.
Kwesi I just have to say great response.
If someone wants to get healed from homosexuality, what do you suggest they do?
Kwesi and Latisha:
Since our Lord says that many will say to him “Lord Lord” and he will say to them “Depart from me you workers of iniquity, i never knew you”, we know that there is such a thing as a false profession of faith. Tonex’s is oneness and recently he has shown himself to be a universalist. I don’t know the eternal state of his soul, BUT THE FRUIT THAT HE IS BEARING IS NOT GIVING ME ANY HINT THAT HE IS HEAVENBOUND.
LGHC35:
The gospel of Jesus Christ is the answer to our sin. Check romans 6-8. As long as we are clothed in sinful flesh, we will always desire what is contrary to the what the Spirit of God desires (rom 7, gal 5). Believers just have to desire God above their sin. They have to remember that sowing to the flesh will reap death, but sowing to the spirit will reap life (gal 6 - and we mustn’t be deceived, we will reap what we sow). Romans 6 says that believers have died to sin and the sinful nature. Romans 8 says that by the spirit we will put to death the misdeeds of the flesh.
What does this look like practically?
-Feasting on the word of God. ps 119
-Fellowship and Accountability with other believers (other believers will pray for you and ask you about your walk with the Lord), heb 10
-Mucho prayer jm 5
-Fleeing sexual immorality 1 thess 4:3/ 1 cor 6
-Renewing ones mind by allowing the word of God (and not man) to shape their worldview and define what is “normal” and “acceptable” (rom 12:1-2 - not conformed but rather, transformed)
…and to do all these things with full hope and trust in the Lord and not in ourselves since we know that there is no good thing that dwells in us…and apart from the Lord we can do nothing (rom 7; john 15)
…and that all of this must be done as unto the Lord and for his glory (1 cor 10)
and some other stuff that i’m probably forgetting.
if this is unclear, drop by my website!
I think this is wrong for you guys to sit here and post judgements on ToNeX like that….I’m pretty sure none of you know him personally and whether he was singing at a gay church or not what does it matter?….eVer heard of deliverance through song……
ToNeX’s Business is his business…..meaning whether he is or isn’t gay its none of your business to sit on here and post public articles slandering someones personal life that you have no facts for.
If you think about it many artist sing at gay churches but sometimes they dont even know……..maybe this was the case. I’ve known ToNeX for a goodwhile now and despite the things you guys may say about him he is a very loViin and caring person…..he has been a great friend and mentor for me these past few years.
ii honestly cannot see how whomever posted this can call themselves a christian….making allegations [which u have no facts for] on a child of God…..what has ToNeX done to you?…….how do u think he would feel seeing things like this…..
True christians Love one another NOT SLaNDER….ii pray that God reveal his fullness 2U and show that he is NOT a slanderous God…cuz if u are one to think he is…..YOU dont know Yeshua…POINT BLANK!!
rickey, your sincerety shines through, but you are as wrong as 3 left feet on one leg.
What you have assembled in your comments is a collection of feel good platitudes that do nothing for Tonex ’s—or your soul—. Your remarks are typically emotionalism without truth, even though the EVIDENCE is posted right there in the article.
Maybe you are just a Tonex fan who sees no evil in their idol. If that’s the case, just fess up. If not, then if you are a follower of Jesus Christ, God’s word is the most important thing in our lives. By that we know what and what not to do.
What you are attempting to brand as “slander” is what Tonex SAID and DID with clear evidence. Its DOCUMENTED ricky. Did you just ignore all of that? You may just want to check the definition of slander. Secondly, it is our job, duty, responsibility rickey to judge those who claim the name of Christ, but refuse to repent of their sins. To make matters worse they teach others to sin. Sin will take you and me to hell rickey. The reason you tell people the TRUTH is so that they will repent, turn away from their sins and have eternal life with Christ.
Is it wrong to want that for somebody? God want the same. Its not his desire that any should perish.
Finally, rickey a lot of “loving, caring” people like Tonex will end up in hell fire if they refuse to repent. And it wont be the fault of a free wordpress blog.