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Last Updated: May 22, 2009 - 10:25:28 AM


Son of Dallas’ Pastor T.D. Jakes arrested for indecent exposure


By John Wright News Editor
Feb 12, 2009 - 8:43:55 PM
Jermaine Jakes, arrested after approaching male officers in park, lists T.D. Jakes Ministries as his place of employment


The son of T.D. Jakes — the Dallas megachurch pastor who’s called homosexuality a “brokenness” and declared that he would never hire a sexually active gay person — was arrested in a gay sex sting in Kiest Park in January, according to Dallas police reports.

Jermaine Donnell Jakes, 29, faces a charge of indecent exposure after allegedly exposing himself in front of two undercover vice detectives shortly after 10 p.m. on Jan. 3. Senior Cpl. Janice Crowther, a DPD spokeswoman, confirmed Thursday, Feb. 12 that the detectives were both male.

According to an arrest affidavit, the detectives were conducting an investigation into citizen complaints of sexual activity when they observed Jakes and several other unknown males park their vehicles in the lot east of the park at 2106 W. Kiest Blvd.

The detectives followed Jakes into a wooded area, where he approached them with his penis exposed through his unzipped pants, the affidavit states. Jakes masturbated for several seconds while making eye contact with one of the detectives.

Jakes made no attempt to conceal his penis despite people walking and jogging on a trail nearby, the affidavit states. According to court records, Jermaine Jakes listed his place of employment as T.D. Jakes Ministries. Jakes was released at the scene after being detained.

T.D. Jakes is the founder of the Potters House, a 30,000-member church in South Dallas. A vocal opponent of same-sex marriage, he’s been criticized by HIV/AIDS activists for undermining prevention of the disease by stigmatizing homosexuality and drug use. 

On same-sex marriage, Jakes once told USA Today: “To date, I have not seen scriptural authority that allows me to stand on behalf of God and say I now pronounce you husband and husband, and wife and wife. This is an issue the government is undecided about. The Bible is not.”

Jermaine Jakes’ attorney, Faith Johnson, issued a written statement this week.
“We are aware of potential allegations involving Jermaine Jakes and are undertaking our own investigation of these allegations at this time,” the statement said. “Given an apparent government investigation, we have no further comment at this time.”

This article appeared in the Dallas Voice print edition February 13, 2009.

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Lamar fitzpatrick
Mar 20, 2009 at 16:15
I am so sorry to hear about brother's jake's son, but I know that if this is true or false, God will deal with him for what he has done or may not have done also.
The holy bible teaches that, what so ever a man or a woman sow, that shall he or she shall reap.
We as people needs to learn from the holy scriptures, how Jesus Christ handle the troubles and problems concerning peoples, animials and many other things in this life.
He told the ones that was not living according to God rightousness to repent and to turn from their wicke ways.
He told the one that was right with him
to show love and forgiveness to one anothers.
He told the ones that founded a fault, to get the beam out of your eyes before you try to get the mote out of some one else eyes. We must follow the ways of Jesus Christ and not the ways of man, we must learn not to do wrong and we have to correct the things in our lifes that is not pleaseing to God.
We as peoples must learn to obey God in all of our ways and to fear him.
The devil want peoples to find wrong things in our lifes, so we as peoples must and should make sure that what other peoples say, wrong about us is not true.
If the things they say are true, repent and do not do those things again or worster things will come upon us.
Anyone can find a fault and hold it again someone or thing, but to show love, forgiveness and help that person back to doing right again, if they will let you do so, is a true peace maker.
Jesus want us to have no respect of a person, we must follow how he does things, some people don't want to be right and always want other to fall and don't forgive people or things.
God sees everything and everyone and he will set things in order believe it or not, it is your choice.
We all needs to get right and stay right with God everyday that we live.
Let us Live for Jesus, while we have this chance.
Reverend CarolAnn
Mar 25, 2009 at 13:26
Dear Dallas Voice...I thought that you were going to monitor the comments...did you not notice the comment from Dylan...do you not find it offensive? Gosh geepers, if not, what do you find offensive?

I regret that Bishop Jakes and his family now face this kind of unwanted publicity. I am not surprised that this family remains the target of unfavorable media publicity and a variety of other verbal assaults against their person and prophecy. Our world is torn, tossed, and driven by so much hatred, pain and misery. Whether or not the Bishop's son is guilty of any aspect or every aspect of the charge deeply saddens those of us who highly regard the tremendous Kingdom building work of the Bishop and his family. Now, we will all ratchet up our prayers for Bishop Jakes and his family---especially his son Jermaine. God sees, God knows, and God cares for God's creation. Peace, Reverend CarolAnn
billy
Mar 25, 2009 at 13:46
4chan 4chan 4chan 4chan. it runs the world.
Tammye Nash
Mar 25, 2009 at 16:34
The comment to which "Reverend CarolAnn" referred, although initially overlooked by moderators, was deemed offensive and has been removed.
Jack Kelly
Apr 12, 2009 at 10:35
Bishop, Hang in there bro. Just love him as the Master does. Your ok bro. It is ok. Rest in His love and Christi and myself are praying for you.

Until the whole world hears,
JJ Kelly
wesley
Apr 20, 2009 at 11:56
Bishop/First Lady,
There is no stopping the church
there is no stopping the word and its works
there is no stopping the sons of the promise
there is healing in his bosom
dont let up on the work
cuz we aint letting up on our prayers
Gods will deal with this as he has other situations
God bless and keep you\

wesley.
reserved comment
Apr 26, 2009 at 09:51
Bishop Jakes has sown the seeds of bigotry, intolerance, and hatred.

Now Bishop Jakes has been sent A Message.

Will he reap what he has sown?
anonymous
Apr 26, 2009 at 11:24
I agree with the Jakes sowing seeds of bigotry, intolerance, and hatred. Anyone to have said they would never hire a sexually active gay person was surely going to catch it at some point.

Bet he would be up in arms if someone said that about Christians...or blacks.

And I'm black AND Christian, so I'm not being ignorant over here.
Flex M athews
Apr 26, 2009 at 13:09
I just hope that people don't that this incident is a reflection of T.D Jake's, his Church, values, his message, or what he stands for. My prayers are with the family for sure.

PEACE
the real
Apr 26, 2009 at 14:42
T.D. Jakes looks like a big freak anyway and the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. These churches are built on lies and just like MLK said no lie can live forever. My only question is why he had to go cruising in a park. Wouldn't the gay boys in the choir do? I'm sure there are lots of big queens up in there! The sooner black folks get out of these churches the better. The biggest lie ever sold.
Harry Smallenburg
Apr 26, 2009 at 17:43
Why is it that the most outspoken opponents of homosexuality often turn out to be the most vulnerable? This isn't the first time. What are the chances that God has heard the prayers of the righteous and revealed the hypocrisy of the unrighteous? If nothing happens by chance, God must have been behind this revelation.
Shirley Keller
Apr 26, 2009 at 17:48
Sorry to hear that the young man was arrested.
Sorry to hear he and his family are so against people who are gay. This will be doubly painful for them. I hope they unlike my uncle who refused to acknowledge his wonderful son, who happened to be gay, and we all knew it but the father, will take care of their son, accept him, and find strength in that acceptance.
If Jesus was so accepting of Mary M. then he would do the same for the ministers son. Enough of the hatred and sadness. The son shouldn't be forced to hide in a park in the dark of night. If he was open and honest, maybe he would find a partner in the light of day, someone the family embraces.

I Like French Capes
Apr 26, 2009 at 18:29
I blame all of America for not waking up to them selves and moving to France.
Jacobinah
Apr 27, 2009 at 04:04
someone says Jesus accepted Mary M, yes it is true please dear friend go and read your bible Jesus said "go and never sin again'this shows he forgave her for sinning not accept her and her sin.My dear pastor people who know God and satan will understand and will not accuse you or your church about your son but they will see how much satan is attacking.One thing i know is satan will always attack but one important thing i know is HE WILL NEVER DEFEAT.Man and Man sleeping together and woman to woman is evil i know you and i know you will keep preaching that.God loves you and He will fight this war for you.DEVIL IS A LIAR.
April
Apr 27, 2009 at 18:52
Hatred and bigotry are interesting word choices 2 describe a Bishop in the Lord's church. Saying that something is a sin is NOT hateful or bigotry...if that were the case then God our Father would fit those descriptions. Bishop Jakes merely says what the Bibe says- read leviticus 15, Romans, 1st Corinthians...its filled with what is sin...and homosexuality is just 1 on the list. If ppl r going 2 get upset please get upset with God...He is the author- He is the law giver- getting angry @ Him will not change His stance on sin and I really want gay pepole 2 understand that God NEVER accepts sin- HE FORGIVES it and 1nce He FORGIVES just as He told Mary Magdeline He tells us go and sin no more! We are commanded 2 live a life that is holy and acceptable unto God. Without Holiness NO MAN will see the Lord! God ALWAYS loves the person (sinner) AND He always detests the sin of the person. Never take God's call to salvation 2 mean that we can do whatever we want. There is a standard that we must follow. That standard was set forth in His Word and no matter how society changes God NEVER changes His stance on sin. His word is the same yesterday 2day and 4ever more. So attacking God's pastors and ministers isn't going 2 change the fact that HE WILL NEVER ACCEPT SIN- sin will not separate us from His Love but His Love DOES NOT WINK @ SIN- so God loves all homosexuals, bisexuals and trysexuals- HE HAS NEVER and WILL NEVER accept that life style as it is according 2 God a sin! There is no exception 2 that- GOD UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES accepts sin- He FORGIVES it and requires that we STOP sinning!
Gary
Apr 28, 2009 at 03:50
I have never heard such ignorance from people who are so far away from God. I feel sorry for you because seperation from God is death. Frankly, it is a sign of arrogance to suggest that somehow God made a mistake when he created you in the womb as a man or woman .... and you turn around and say, "no, I am something different than what God created me". God says in His Word that man's wisdom is foolishness in His eyes. So many are puffed up in their own eyes and think they know the truth and ignore the truth of their creator -- Almighty God. Sin is at work in the hearts of man and many are turning away from God to follow their own lusts of the flesh. This is prophetic in the word of God and is a sign we are living in the last days. Don't insult God by following the lust of the flesh --- but humble yourself before the mighty hand of God and repent of your sins and you will find eternal life and not permanent seperation from God.
hunpatin
Apr 28, 2009 at 06:32
It's funny how people seek every opportunity to justify their wrong doings! Have you not heard that those that must live righteously shall suffer persecution. What Bro Jamine did was an assertion of God's word that the devil came but to steal,kill and destroy, little surpriseing that Jakes jnr act has drawn so much response of thanks to the devil from the devil's camp, but the truth is that this is a verification of Bishop's faithfulness to our lord's work in his hand, be strong bishop, it is written the dragon shall not prevail, no matter what the devil does the truth will stand, do not be distracted, be focus and like you have always taught this is a passing through and not the destination. Our prayers are with you and for our little brother Jamine.
April
Apr 28, 2009 at 17:41
I came back to read my post from yesterday and I want to clarify something: my comment was not meant to tear down Bishop Jakes or his son. I pray that his son finds deliverance. I pray that Bishop Jakes continues to do exactly what he is doing and that is PREACHING THE UNADULTERATED WORD OF GOD. I love Bishop Jakes and have followed his ministry since my late teen years (for over 10 yrs now). The enemy is out to embarass and discredit the men and women of God and when he can not get through them he comes through something or someone near and dear to them...what better way than to entice and entrap the Bishop's son? well the devil is a liar and God is able to do all things...there is no failure in God and I believe that young man will find deliverance. I believe that everything happens for a reason and whom God loves he chastises and unfortunately he was pubilcly exposed but God can and will turn this around for the good and the Jakes family will be fine. Bishop Jakes' son will be fine...if he wants deliverance he will definitely get it!!!
Catherine
May 03, 2009 at 14:50
Bishop is not responsible for his son's sins. Every man must give an account according to his own deeds. Bishop Jakes is an outstanding minister of God, and God has blessed his family and ministry. The prayers for Bishop Jakes have gone out, and God can deliver his son. I love TD Jakes ministries, and I still support what he has done in the community.
Sthembiso
May 06, 2009 at 07:11
I have been reading this mail's for days, and Finally I decided to post mine. Firstly I have learnt alot from Bishop's T.D Jakes ministries, tapes and books. But What I have experienced in the last few weeks is that people don't really like Bishop T.D Jakes, for what he has done for the world, as He is an ordinary man doing extra-ordinary things, And I know from the bottom of my heart that T.D Jakes won't be intimidated by this cursed opinions. All the way from South Africa, We love You Bishop T.D Jakes.
anonymous
May 07, 2009 at 02:51
I believe as a christian that those who judge Bishop TD Jakes and his ministry shall be judge by God.All the way from SA.
ABRONDA
May 07, 2009 at 19:39
BISHOP JAKES I AM YOUR SPIRITUAL DAUGHTER I HAVE NOTHING BUT A SOULY DIVINE LOVE FOR YOU..I NEVER MET YOU IN PERSON I WAS IN LABOR WHEN YOU PREACH AT THE TEMPLE OF PRAISE..I BEEN A MEMBER SINCE 08...I KNOW THAT YOU AND BISHOP STAPLES ARE A MAN OF GOD...I ASK GOD TO REBUKE EVERY DEMONIC SPIRIT IN THE NAME OF JESUS WHO COMMENT ON BISHOP T.D JAKES NEWS FLASH...JAKES YOU GAIN MORE HATERS...THAT MEAN YOUR A GOING TO BE ELEVATED EVERY SECOND YOU BREAVE....EVERYBODY GOES THROUGH TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS....NO BODY OF THIS WORLD IS PERFECT....YOU ARE SO SOAK IN THE BLOOD OF JESUS THAT SATAN IS STEAMING MAD THAT HE TRYING TO TAKE AWAY YOUR GLORY..ITS A TESTIMONY COMING FOR MY BROTHER JERMAINE........CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU AT THE TEMPLE
CHAR
May 12, 2009 at 22:29
I REQUEST PRAYER FROM U AT LEAST TWICE A WEEK...NOW I WILL RETURN THE FAVOR BISHOP JAKES,,,BECAUSE ONE THING I KNOW IS THAT WE CAN RAISE OUR KID THE BEST WE KNOW HOW,,BUT WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE OF THEIR ACTIONS AFTER WEVE DONE OUR BEST..BUT IN THE SAME ACCORD,I FEEL YOUR YOUNG MAN WILL RETURN TO CHRIST AND WILL BE FORGIVEN OF HIS SINS..JUST GIVE HIM A LITTLE TIME..MY PRAYERS ARE WITH U AND FAMILY,ALSO I WILL CONTINUE TO LISTEN TO U AS OFTER AS POSSIBLE...LOVE YOUR SISTER IN CHRIST.
Alena
May 17, 2009 at 16:05
I'm just now learning about this and when I saw the charge, my immediate reaction was pain. Pain for the situation, for the family, that this sin had to be brought to light. I don't attend Potter's House or know him as others here do but my heart goes out to each of you and the family. I'm just very sad because that is the way we should react when someone is caught in this type of sin. And it is sin. If you don't agree, you don't know what the Bible says about it. But I agree that Bishop Jakes is not responsible for his son. He's preached the truth and now they must show love, and I am confident they are. I believe this young man had opportunities to seek help and to avoid this experience, but God will not strive with us forever. It out to come out by the Spirit because he was employed in Bishop's Ministry. God doesn't allow sin among church leaders. I pray for deliverance and healing to this young man, to the family and to the church. May God grant much strength and grace in this process. Love to each of you there!
Alena
May 17, 2009 at 16:06
I'm just now learning about this and when I saw the charge, my immediate reaction was pain. Pain for the situation, for the family, that this sin had to be brought to light. I don't attend Potter's House or know him as others here do but my heart goes out to each of you and the family. I'm just very sad because that is the way we should react when someone is caught in this type of sin. And it is sin. If you don't agree, you don't know what the Bible says about it. But I agree that Bishop Jakes is not responsible for his son. He's preached the truth and now they must show love, and I am confident they are. I believe this young man had opportunities to seek help and to avoid this experience, but God will not strive with us forever. It got to come out by the Spirit because he was employed in Bishop's Ministry. God doesn't allow sin among church leaders. I pray for deliverance and healing to this young man, to the family and to the church. May God grant much strength and grace in this process. Love to each of you there!
Apostle J. E. Williams
Jun 01, 2009 at 21:38
"Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted." Gal. 6:1.

We don't all struggle with the same thing as this young brother, but we all have our "crosses" to bare. Let us pray for him that if he is in fact in crisis he be delivered and if not he be vindicated.

As for Bishop... he clearly preaches the word so I'm sure he holds his kids to the same standard he holds everyone else to. As a man of GOD Having kids myself, I know what it is like to have them go astray or even to do something that brings accusation or reproach on you. However we cannot hold Bishop responsable for the mistakes of his children. Especially those that have come of age.

Keep preaching my brother...I am praying for you and your son!
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Temi
Jun 02, 2009 at 04:46
All i av 2 say is dat bishop jakes has done a lot of harm 2 d devil and he is angry bout.just lyk d devil dealt wit job,i cn say that its just 1 of those times that we r testd.bishop we r prayin 4 u.dis 2 shal pass and u wil cum out a beta persn n hs testimny would b greata.jermaine wud fnd God n fnd hmslf.2 al d haters,ur judment await u.d bible says dat any tongue dat rises in judgmt shal b condemnd.stop hatin or u mit pay 4 it dearly.we lv u bishop jakes n first lady serita.temi from nigeria
Gina
Jun 09, 2009 at 13:34
I DON'T SEE WHAT ALL THE HYPE IS ABOUT. I have so many homosexuals in my family that it sickens me. But know one cares unless it's someone famous. His son violated the laws of the land and the police are handling it, the laws of God were broken and our heavenly father will judge him when his time here is done. The same way he will judge all of us. This incident happened in January. It's June... LET IT GO!!! [Let Go and let God]
rene
Jun 10, 2009 at 04:10
JUST REMINDER ONE THING TOUCH NOT MY ANNOINTING AND DO MY PROPHETS NO HARM!
REMEBER THIS MAY BE BISHOP TIME NOW AND IT MAYBE YOURS TODAY. AN YOU WILL BE SOME OF THE SAME FOLKS ASKING FOR PRAYER. LIFT HIM UP AND STEP ON HIM! BISHOP LISTEN AT HEZIAH WALKER SONG HE FAVORED ME!!!!! GOD BLESS YOU TO THE JAKES FAMILY. READ YOUR WORD EVERYDAY AND PRAY AND THEN YOU WOULD NOT HAVE TIME TO WORRY ABOUT WHATS GOING ON IN SOMEBODY ELSE HOME. GET JESUS AND YOU WILL HAVE A LIFE!!!!
Tina
Jun 12, 2009 at 16:26
AMEN Gina AMEN!!!!!!!!!!!
Tammy Powell
Jun 21, 2009 at 09:44
Dear bISHOP Jakes/first lady my prayers are with you keep speaking the truth and the truth will set you free because of gods truth even people in the church that say there walking in the ways of god comes up againts the word of truth so know all is well and god sees all love will lift you up God bless
ib
Aug 13, 2009 at 04:54
everything will be ok.
ib
Aug 13, 2009 at 04:55
everything will be ok.
PO
Aug 19, 2009 at 15:35
TD Jakes is a false prophet. Yes he is. This incident doesn't really surprise me. God has exposed this family to open the public's 'eyes' and also that this family will get right with God. I am praying for them.
Liz
Aug 27, 2009 at 06:20
hey the Word of God is alive and active in our lives...He who the son sets free is free indeed...and Jesus came to seek the lost...there is hope for a tree that has been cut down. trust in the word of God and not in ur own strength or any position that u hold in the body of Christ. we all have problems and God shall surely see you through this one. God bless.
Rose C.
Aug 27, 2009 at 23:47
I did not know about this news Bishop Jakes until 12:37 am on 8/27/09. I am surprised but not shocked. This is what we need to endure in the last days, persecution, and in many cases, our own loved ones will turn. We know the end is near. Although, you will hear many things from many no one will know your pain except you. But, we will continue praying for you, since it has been you and others like you who have helped me through difficult moments in my life. Please do not allow this to dictate your future. It is God who chose you for the task at hand, this too will pass. Many blessings now and forever.
Rose C.
Aug 27, 2009 at 23:48
I did not know about this news Bishop Jakes until 12:37 am on 8/27/09. I am surprised but not shocked. This is what we need to endure in the last days, persecution, and in many cases, our own loved ones will turn. We know the end is near. Although, you will hear many things from many no one will know your pain except you. But, we will continue praying for you, since it has been you and others like you who have helped me through difficult moments in my life. Please do not allow this to dictate your future. It is God who chose you for the task at hand, this too will pass. Many blessings now and forever.
Bosun
Sep 06, 2009 at 14:53
I agree with you Char. Bishop Jakes we love you.
Bosun
Sep 06, 2009 at 15:01
Those that call Bishop Jakes a false prophet know themselves how much this man has influenced so many lives through the messages God has giving him . God's work cannot be stopped. those who oppose God's work will definitely be punished by God. "THE BATTLE IS THE LORD'S BROTHER JAKES". Keep up the good work.
VALERIE BUTLER
Sep 06, 2009 at 19:12
MY GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY. BE BLESSED .
Hartford CT
Sep 06, 2009 at 21:05
This isn't a permanent situation and I'm sure Bishop Jakes will treat it as such. Either this young man will stand corrected or he will be further drawn into whatever traps are layed out for him. Those who know that prayer changes situations (which may be good or bad in OUR interpretation)...things WILL change. This is NOT a reflection on Bishop Jakes, but on the Word of God and the nemesis of the Church, satan.
bimbola
Sep 07, 2009 at 02:31
of course it is obviuos to whom the phoney gay cops belong. let it be told that anyone that yeilds himself as an instrument in the hand of the devil as those gay cops would receive the recompence of shame and destruction. they had better come out with the truth before its too late.
by the way,
it is absolutely impossible for bishop jakes to father a bent child, ABSOLUTELY IMPOSSIBLE.
bimbola philips
HOTR nigeria
Grace
Sep 13, 2009 at 08:50
I will pray for you Bishop, for you are a man well pleased in the eyes of God, I too have a grandson, whose mother died of cancer when he was 14, he was molested at a young age, and because of that he is confused sexually, I am a Christian and I know That My God disapproves of Homosexuality, enough to destroy two major cities Sodom and Gormorra. God created men and women to become one and to reproduce, I am sad because I don't see that I will get a great grandson from my grandson and I know his ending is Hell.
Tanya Mosby
Sep 13, 2009 at 20:02
Bishop jakes GOD is with u and your family there is no one man perfect on this earth but GOD and we all have sin and fallen short of the glory of god so before people can take the beam out of your eye they need to look in thiers , so bishop keep up the good work
Tanya Mosby
Sep 13, 2009 at 20:03
Bishop jakes GOD is with u and your family there is no one man perfect on this earth but GOD and we all have sin and fallen short of the glory of god so before people can take the beam out of your eye they need to look in thiers , so bishop keep up the good work
cristel
Oct 14, 2009 at 09:46
HE WHO IS WITHOUT SIN...LET HIM CAST THE FIRST STONE! LIKE I THOUGHT; DROP YOUR BOULDERS AND DROP TO YOUR OWN KNEES,HUMBLE YOURSELF SEEK GOD'S FACE TURN FROM YOUR WICKED WAYS AND THE WORD YOU WILL HEAR, "I FORGIVE YOU"! The only difference between what has happened in the lives of this family and yours is it has been advertised openly. One thought that we all must ponder is,"what if it were my child brother friend". It was!!! He was only called out to be called up.Keep Pressing Jakes Family.IF GOD IS FOR YOU HE'S MORE THAN THE WHOLE WORLD AGAIST YOU...WHAT THE ADVASARY MEANT FOR YOUR BAD GOD WILL MAKE ALL THINGS (EVEN THIS ONE) WORK TOGETHER FOR YOUR GOOD. I KNOW YOU LOVE THE LORD AND YOU ARE CALLED ACCORDING TO HIS PURPOSE. THERE IS NO SHAME NOR CONDEMNATION IN CHRIST JESUS
CRISTEL KEARNEY
Oct 14, 2009 at 09:53
UNTIL U HEAR THAT JESUS WAS CAUGHT IN THIS ACT...(SHUT UP) EXCUSE ME, STUDY TO BE QUIET
Hadassah
Oct 17, 2009 at 16:09
it is not right to judge. the bishop may have been wrong to judge homosexuals but i agree with him when he says that the bible is not undecided in the case of homosexuality. instead of being happy that this incident has befallen him and accussing him of being a false prophet,it is only decent and humane to sympathise with his family.
San
Oct 18, 2009 at 12:41
I will not cast the first stone. I will continue to pray for the Jakes' family.
jmelma
Oct 20, 2009 at 22:19
Yhis was bishops son not the churchh. un fortunatly homosexuality is running rampant in the church which shoes that GOGod wnts these people to come home the world says love the sinner and hate the sin. These people have been over come by theie sexual lust. many have beem sexual sbusd by a loved family member, i have many homo sexual fiends who claim to love God. o steer them to acts 1 and to bisis. where God destroyed sodom and gomorrah and where he saved loy from the lustful crowed, but the wotd says thst if man repents. er mustt ruth but bame dalling aand finger pointingisn;t going change things. i just pray they receive God'd wisdom about sinssins. ChEUSTIANS SET A BAD EXAMPLE. NUT JESUS SLWAYS CHASTISED GENTLY.pray for their revelation about their sins.
jmelma
Oct 20, 2009 at 22:19
Yhis was bishops son not the churchh. un fortunatly homosexuality is running rampant in the church which shoes that GOGod wnts these people to come home the world says love the sinner and hate the sin. These people have been over come by theie sexual lust. many have beem sexual sbusd by a loved family member, i have many homo sexual fiends who claim to love God. o steer them to acts 1 and to bisis. where God destroyed sodom and gomorrah and where he saved loy from the lustful crowed, but the wotd says thst if man repents. er mustt ruth but bame dalling aand finger pointingisn;t going change things. i just pray they receive God'd wisdom about sinssins. ChEUSTIANS SET A BAD EXAMPLE. NUT JESUS SLWAYS CHASTISED GENTLY.pray for their revelation about their sins.
LeRoyce
Oct 28, 2009 at 23:48
Lord bless my brother Jermaine Jakes, my Pastor Bishop and Serita Jakes, that there lives continue to be upstanding and they always walk in your favor and though they walk for a moment through the valley of the shadow death that they will fear no evil. Bless them to keep walking, talking and trusting your way. I Love Bishop and First Lady although I live in Oklahoma God has blessed me to follow your leadership and I will continue.
AW
Nov 09, 2009 at 14:44
Why does my gaydar go off whenever I see Bishop Jakes? Something tells me the apple isn't falling too far from the tree here. I'm just sayin'.
April S.
Nov 12, 2009 at 10:54
CLEARLY, BRO.JAKES,HIS FAMILY,AND HIS CHURCH HAVE BEEN ATTACKED BY SATAN AND HIS FOLLOWERS WHICH ARE MANY,HIGHLY DEOCORATED,SITTING IN THE PULPITS AND CONGREGATIONS AROUND THE WORLD, IN THE FORMS OF FAMILY,FRIENDS,AND FOES. WE KNOW AS GOD FEARING PEOPLE THE ENEMY COMES TO ROB,STEAL AND KILL, THE ATTACK IS ON, THE ENEMY WILL ENTER THROUGH OUR WEAKEST LINK AND GET REAL BUSY. THESE WEAPONS WILL NOT PROSPER GOD'S KINGDOM. WE MUST CONTINUE TO SERVE GOD, WATCH, FIGHT, AND PRAY FOR OUR WORLD. TRUST AND BELIEVE FOR ALL IS WRITTEN AND WILL BE FULL FILLED. GOD BLESS US.
GODSGRL
Nov 12, 2009 at 17:52
like bro, jakes i'm a soldier in GOD'S ARMY, i've struggled with broken relationships, bad family ties,drug addictin you name it., through it all i love the LORD.recently my 30 year old daughter who went through it all as a child perservered through high school college and graduated law school and she is a GOD FEARING CHRISTIAN WOMAN suffered a brain anerysm and was found in her office,clinging on to life and the devil wanting her life THE LORD said NO see these people are the best
God;s Blessed Child.
Nov 13, 2009 at 03:41
BISHOP TD JAKES IS A TRANSFORMER AND HE ILLUCIDATES THE WORD OF GOD TO US BABY CHRISTIANS . HE IS JUST PREACHING GOD'S LAW. SIN IS SIN . FULLSTOP. IT IS NOT HIS FAULT. THE ENEMY INTENDED TO DISCREDIT HIM. HE ATTACKES YOU WITH THE NEAREST AND DEAREST. IT IS WELL WITH YOUR SOUL BISHOP TD JAKES. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR BOOKS AND SERMONS. GOD IS STILL IN CONTROL . ALWAYS.GOD'S LOVE UPON YOUR FAMILY AND SON .
sharon cooper
Nov 27, 2009 at 10:21
let those of us without sin cast the first stone
D D A
Dec 09, 2009 at 12:46
IT AMAZES ME THAT PPL REALLY THINK HOMOSEXUALILTY IS DIFFERENT FROM ANY OTHER SIN...A MAN CANT EVEN BE HONEST WITH HIMSELF IN FRONT OF CHURCH PPL...JERMAINE KNEW WHAT HE WAS DOING. HE JUST DIDNT WAKE UP ONEDAY AND DECIDE IM GOING TO THE PARK... THIS IS WHO HE IS UNTILL CHURCH PPL STOP TRYNA MAKE THIS SIN UNAPPROACHABLE. BISHOP PREACHES WHAT G O D. TELLS HIM NOT WHAT MAN WANTS TO HEAR...WHY IS BISHOPS NAME EVEN MENTION IN THIS ARTICLE. THIS IS STRICTLY ABOUT JERMAINE...MY PRAY IS FOR JERMAINE...MUCH LOVE JAKES FAMILY...
linda ntuli
Dec 23, 2009 at 18:41
you cant keep a good man down, he will rise again. we love you Bishop Jakes from South Africa
Jay
Dec 31, 2009 at 20:45
TD Jakes has preached some wonderful messages.

Homosexuality/same sex orientation is not a sin nor is the godly expression of this orientation in love a sin.

May the Spirit bear witness to the truth, and thank God for those brave souls who have lain down their lives to help break centuries of oppression.
Wide Horizons
Jan 06, 2010 at 11:26
As a baby christian, Bishop TD Jakes has been my mentor in my personal walk with GOD and from all his teachings. I have learned a major lesson i.e. The Bible is the unbending truth and he never flinches from sending that message loud and clear. The enemy has used the weakest chink (Jermaine) in the Bishop's GODly armour to attempt to discredit him, and all those naysayers are the tools of the devil, to complete the action. However, The Bishop has said in his statement that his family is showing their child the same love that they did before and offering him the same assistance that they give other family members in their time of need, i don't know what you people expect again from this mighty man of GOD, Jermaine is his own man and has made his own decisions, only he is responsible for his salvation. Stay strong Bishop, we love you and our prayers are with your family
Tamai Heaton
Jan 06, 2010 at 23:34
The devil has thrown all he can at the Jakes and they are still standing

if you think Bishop Jakes is going to be moved by this think again, just adding more fuel to the fire

can't wait for you to drop by again in Adelaide next year for the Influencer's Conference

we thank God for you Bishop

Tamai Paradise Community Church Choir
Tee Dickson
Jan 18, 2010 at 21:12
TD Jakes is the Man!!!

The Devil is a Liar!!

Continue to fight the good fight Bishop!!

Tee
Auckland, New Zealand

joy akhidenor
Jan 29, 2010 at 01:43
dear man of God,if this minor issue borther u,then u re waisting a hell of time over what is expected.being critisied why in the lord shows u approved before God because salvation is personal.if u re in the lord and ur son decides to go contrary after u hav brought him up the godly way,then he has god his creator to contend wit.but as for u, preach preacher,this cant stop u.what will is when the spirit of GOD is out from u.in fact be more radical wit d word against all workers of iniquities.
Irene
Jan 31, 2010 at 10:42
I love you Jakes family and I will remember you in my prayers.

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