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Thomas Dexter Jakes was born in South Charleston, West Virginia on June 9, 1957. May 10, 2016: Tegna announced that it would begin airing Jakes's show September 12 in over 50 markets across the country. March 15, 2017: Tegna announced that T. D. Jakes was cancelled due to poor ratings and low clearances. September 17, 2001: Time magazine featured Jakes on the cover of its issue with the provocative question, "Is This Man the Next Billy Graham? January 20, 2009: Jakes led the early morning prayer service for President Barack Obama at St. John's Church in Washington, D.C
TD Jakes Denies Recent Sex-Based Allegations
Recent allegations against Bishop T.D. Jakes, the popular televangelist and leader of The Potter's House megachurch in Dallas, Texas, have caused a stir in the Christian community. An unverified report has accused Jakes of being a frequent participant at sex parties hosted by music mogul Sean Combs, known as Diddy. However, a representative for Jakes has dismissed the claims as "unequivocally false and baseless."
(James Lasher/Charisma 12/23/23)
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Recent allegations against Bishop T.D. Jakes, the popular televangelist and leader of The Potter's House megachurch in Dallas, Texas, have caused a stir in the Christian community. An unverified report has accused Jakes of being a frequent participant at sex parties hosted by music mogul Sean Combs, known as Diddy. However, a representative for Jakes has dismissed the claims as "unequivocally false and baseless."
(James Lasher/Charisma 12/23/23)
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“Lust is for a moment. Life is for a lifetime, and you don’t want something for a moment to destroy your life.”
--TD Jakes
--TD Jakes
Sept 23, 2022: Variety: Amazon Freevee Partners With Bishop T.D. Jakes to Launch Faith-Based On-Demand Service and FAST Channel (EXCLUSIVE)
Amazon Freevee is getting into business with Bishop T.D. Jakes, signing a two-year deal with the spiritual figure to launch a FAST (free, ad-supported streaming) channel and provide on-demand access to 300 hours of Jakes’ content.
Amazon Freevee is getting into business with Bishop T.D. Jakes, signing a two-year deal with the spiritual figure to launch a FAST (free, ad-supported streaming) channel and provide on-demand access to 300 hours of Jakes’ content.
Dec 14, 2021: The Richest: Holy Millions: 10 Richest Celebrity Preachers In The World
T.D. Jakes has made guest appearances in movies with the world's richest celebrities, is an established author, movie producer, and the Bishop of the Potter's House International megachurch, which boasts a capacity of 30,000 members. Sources estimate the building of the church to be at $45 million.
T.D. Jakes has made guest appearances in movies with the world's richest celebrities, is an established author, movie producer, and the Bishop of the Potter's House International megachurch, which boasts a capacity of 30,000 members. Sources estimate the building of the church to be at $45 million.
Aug 12, 2021: Christianity Today: How T.D. Jakes and Local Churches Became Affordable Housing Developers
This summer, with home prices continuing to climb during the pandemic, the Atlanta native learned that Bishop T. D. Jakes, pastor of The Potter’s House in Dallas, was behind an effort to develop affordable housing at a former military base nearby.
This summer, with home prices continuing to climb during the pandemic, the Atlanta native learned that Bishop T. D. Jakes, pastor of The Potter’s House in Dallas, was behind an effort to develop affordable housing at a former military base nearby.
Apr 9, 2021: Black Enterprise: BISHOP T.D. JAKES IS SERVING THE GOSPEL THROUGH TWO NEW CAUTIONARY LIFETIME MOVIES
The renowned faith leader, New York Times bestselling author, and business mogul has reunited with the Lifetime network to produce two new films that each explore two of the seven deadly sins: lust and envy. The first film, titled Lust: A Seven Deadly Sins Story, stars singer and songwriter Keri Hilson, who plays Tiffanie Cooper, a church girl who is just days away from marrying her soul mate in the luxurious wedding when her fiance’s old friend, Trey Taylor, played by Durrell ‘Tank’ Babbs, arrives fresh from prison and rocks her world. Jakes says the message behind the film is a warning about the detriment of lust in relationships.
The renowned faith leader, New York Times bestselling author, and business mogul has reunited with the Lifetime network to produce two new films that each explore two of the seven deadly sins: lust and envy. The first film, titled Lust: A Seven Deadly Sins Story, stars singer and songwriter Keri Hilson, who plays Tiffanie Cooper, a church girl who is just days away from marrying her soul mate in the luxurious wedding when her fiance’s old friend, Trey Taylor, played by Durrell ‘Tank’ Babbs, arrives fresh from prison and rocks her world. Jakes says the message behind the film is a warning about the detriment of lust in relationships.
April 8, 2020: Christian Today: Coronavirus is making people more open to the Gospel than ever - Nicky Gumbel
Also joining in the broadcast was Bishop TD Jakes, pastor of the Potter's House megachurch in Dallas, who recalled the peace Jesus had while in the boat during a storm. He prayed that people experiencing anxiety because of the outbreak would know this peace. "Nothing that is current in our news is shocking in Heaven. But You have a plan and You have a purpose, and that you orchestrate all things to the council of your own will," he prayed.
Also joining in the broadcast was Bishop TD Jakes, pastor of the Potter's House megachurch in Dallas, who recalled the peace Jesus had while in the boat during a storm. He prayed that people experiencing anxiety because of the outbreak would know this peace. "Nothing that is current in our news is shocking in Heaven. But You have a plan and You have a purpose, and that you orchestrate all things to the council of your own will," he prayed.
Nov 10, 2016: MSNBC: T.D. Jakes: We are dealing with the shock, grief over election...
Peaceful protests erupted over parts of the country after Donald Trump won the presidency. Senior Pastor of the Potter’s House, T.D. Jakes, and the Huffington Post’s Howard Fineman join MSNBC’s Tamron Hall to discuss the “shock, grief” that some Americans are feeling
Peaceful protests erupted over parts of the country after Donald Trump won the presidency. Senior Pastor of the Potter’s House, T.D. Jakes, and the Huffington Post’s Howard Fineman join MSNBC’s Tamron Hall to discuss the “shock, grief” that some Americans are feeling
Nov 3, 2016: Charisma: Oprah Reveals the TD Jakes Sermon That Helped Her Through Her Darkest Moment
Oprah Winfrey says a T.D. Jakes' sermon carried her through her darkest moment.
Oprah Winfrey says a T.D. Jakes' sermon carried her through her darkest moment.
Aug 14, 2015: Charisma: Oprah, Osteen, Jakes and Homosexuality
Instead, what's of real interest to me is that Oprah Winfrey has actually been criticized by gay activists for having Joel Osteen and T.D. Jakes on her network, since both of them affirmed on her airwaves that homosexual practice is sinful in God's sight. Yet she continues to welcome them to speak for her and does not consider them homophobic bigots.
Instead, what's of real interest to me is that Oprah Winfrey has actually been criticized by gay activists for having Joel Osteen and T.D. Jakes on her network, since both of them affirmed on her airwaves that homosexual practice is sinful in God's sight. Yet she continues to welcome them to speak for her and does not consider them homophobic bigots.
July 22, 2015: Charisma: Grammy Winner Says This About TD Jakes' Pointed Critiques
T.D. Jakes' heart-to-heart with the Braxton family drew myriad responses, from tears to cheers, but Tamar Braxton says she's grateful for his words.
T.D. Jakes' heart-to-heart with the Braxton family drew myriad responses, from tears to cheers, but Tamar Braxton says she's grateful for his words.
July 9, 2015: Relevant: Pastor T.D. Jakes Is Launching a Talk Show
This summer, megapastor T.D. Jakes is launching a trial run of a new talk show. The show, a “headline-driven” topical series, will touch on a broad range of subjects, not only religion spirituality.
This summer, megapastor T.D. Jakes is launching a trial run of a new talk show. The show, a “headline-driven” topical series, will touch on a broad range of subjects, not only religion spirituality.
June 20, 2015: All Christian News: Deitrick Haddon calls out TD Jakes, but some are calling Haddon’s behavior irresponsible
HipHopHollywood reported that he threw a challenge at other men of the cloth and said, “If you are a real person, if you are bringing it for real, you shouldn’t be afraid of this show. Open up your doors, Bishop Jakes! Open up your doors, Creflo Dollar. Open up your doors, Bishop Morton!”
HipHopHollywood reported that he threw a challenge at other men of the cloth and said, “If you are a real person, if you are bringing it for real, you shouldn’t be afraid of this show. Open up your doors, Bishop Jakes! Open up your doors, Creflo Dollar. Open up your doors, Bishop Morton!”
Feb 10, 2015: Eurweb: ‘Tithing’ as a ‘Sunday Morning Stickup’ Author Sues TD Jakes’ Potter’s House Church
*When David Lee Richardson wrote a book that essentially implied tithing is a rip-off, it appears he didn’t think the consequences all the way through.
*When David Lee Richardson wrote a book that essentially implied tithing is a rip-off, it appears he didn’t think the consequences all the way through.
Feb 3, 2015: Courthouse News Service: Author Claims Megachurch Defamed Him
Dallas-based megachurch The Potter's House threw out an ordained member for writing a self-published book called "Sunday Morning Stickup: What Your Pastor Doesn't Want You to Known About Tithes," the man claims in court. David Lee Richardson sued The Potter's House of Dallas, Sheryl Brady, T.D. Jakes, Joby Brady and Mark Jeffries, on Jan. 27 in Collin County Court.
Dallas-based megachurch The Potter's House threw out an ordained member for writing a self-published book called "Sunday Morning Stickup: What Your Pastor Doesn't Want You to Known About Tithes," the man claims in court. David Lee Richardson sued The Potter's House of Dallas, Sheryl Brady, T.D. Jakes, Joby Brady and Mark Jeffries, on Jan. 27 in Collin County Court.
Jan 15, 2015: Dallas Morning News: Evangelical leaders from across the U.S. tackle nation’s problems
The organizer of “The Reconciled Church,” Bishop Harry R. Jackson of Hope Christian Church in suburban Washington, D.C., and the host of the event, Bishop T.D. Jakes, senior pastor of The Potter’s House in Mountain Creek, said a faith-based approach to dealing with America’s deepest problems is the only real way to solve them.
The organizer of “The Reconciled Church,” Bishop Harry R. Jackson of Hope Christian Church in suburban Washington, D.C., and the host of the event, Bishop T.D. Jakes, senior pastor of The Potter’s House in Mountain Creek, said a faith-based approach to dealing with America’s deepest problems is the only real way to solve them.
Nov 28, 2014: Pimp Preacher: Bishop T.D. Jakes Is Having A Black Friday Sale: Even The IRS Is Getting Pimped!
Well I think we can safely say it officially - Church is a Business. Church is nothing more and nothing less, than a For Profit Business.
Well I think we can safely say it officially - Church is a Business. Church is nothing more and nothing less, than a For Profit Business.
Sept 25, 2014: TD Jakes: Megachurch leader T.D. Jakes to sue Young Jeezy, Kendrick Lamar over sampled speech on 'Holy Ghost' remix
The remix in question opens with a sample of Jakes' 2013 speech 'Don't Let The Chatter Stop You,' but experts say hip hop artists may be protected under fair use laws.
The remix in question opens with a sample of Jakes' 2013 speech 'Don't Let The Chatter Stop You,' but experts say hip hop artists may be protected under fair use laws.
Sept 16, 2014: Charisma: Bishop T.D. Jakes Producing 2 Television Shows
Bishop T.D. Jakes is known for producing faith-based movies such as Heaven Is for Real, but the 30,000-member megachurch pastor is now taking his talents to the small screen: TV. And not Christian television this time, but secular TV.
Bishop T.D. Jakes is known for producing faith-based movies such as Heaven Is for Real, but the 30,000-member megachurch pastor is now taking his talents to the small screen: TV. And not Christian television this time, but secular TV.
Sept 12, 2014: Hollywood Reporter: T.D. Jakes Developing Two Shows for Syndication (Exclusive)
The pastor of a Dallas megachurch is working on a weekly show built around a self-help book he authored and a daily talk show
The pastor of a Dallas megachurch is working on a weekly show built around a self-help book he authored and a daily talk show
Sept 5, 2014: EEW MagazineBuzz: Did TD Jakes Hear This? Mega Pastor Featured on Jeezy’s Profane ‘Holy Ghost’ Remix Single
Bishop Thomas Dexter Jakes, 57, is one of the most recognizable preachers in the world, with his influence expanding well beyond the four walls of his Texas-based Potter’s House church.
Bishop Thomas Dexter Jakes, 57, is one of the most recognizable preachers in the world, with his influence expanding well beyond the four walls of his Texas-based Potter’s House church.
Aug 20, 2014: Christian Post: T.D. Jakes on Michael Brown: Racial Profiling Puts Black Men 'on the Endangered List'
Texas Megachurch pastor T.D. Jakes blamed racial profiling for the fatal police shooting of 18-year-old Michael Brown, saying America is far from being a post-racial society and that racial profiling is putting black men "on the endangered list," in a blog published on Huffington Post.com.
Texas Megachurch pastor T.D. Jakes blamed racial profiling for the fatal police shooting of 18-year-old Michael Brown, saying America is far from being a post-racial society and that racial profiling is putting black men "on the endangered list," in a blog published on Huffington Post.com.
Aug 16, 2014: Nehanda Radio: Top 10 richest pastors in the world
1. Bishop T D Jakes: Bishop Jakes lives in a $1,7 million mansion, he has been called America’s best preacher and has been featured on the cover of TIME Magazine. He is a writer, preacher and movie producer. Thomas Dexter “T. D.” Jakes, Sr: Is the bishop/chief pastor of The Potter’s House, a non-denominational American mega church, with 30 000 members, located in Dallas, Texas. TD Jakes wears custom made suits and sports a diamond ring the size of a coin. This man of God has been endowed with a $150 million net worth.
1. Bishop T D Jakes: Bishop Jakes lives in a $1,7 million mansion, he has been called America’s best preacher and has been featured on the cover of TIME Magazine. He is a writer, preacher and movie producer. Thomas Dexter “T. D.” Jakes, Sr: Is the bishop/chief pastor of The Potter’s House, a non-denominational American mega church, with 30 000 members, located in Dallas, Texas. TD Jakes wears custom made suits and sports a diamond ring the size of a coin. This man of God has been endowed with a $150 million net worth.
June 20, 2014: Apprising Ministries: T.D. JAKES HOSTS CHRISTINE CAINE ON TBN’S PTL TONIGHT
Jakes was also a featured speaker for Bill Hybels and Willow Creek Church in the summer of 2010 as well. Despite his denial of the Trinity, i.e. the very nature of God, there right alongside Hybels, Christine Caine, and some others, T. D. Jakes spoke at The Global Leadership Summit 2010.
Jakes was also a featured speaker for Bill Hybels and Willow Creek Church in the summer of 2010 as well. Despite his denial of the Trinity, i.e. the very nature of God, there right alongside Hybels, Christine Caine, and some others, T. D. Jakes spoke at The Global Leadership Summit 2010.
"No woman wants to be in submission to a man who isn't in submission to God." -TD Jakes
June 19, 2014: Praise 104.7: T.D. JAKES Delievers Keynote Address During Summit
Jakes calls for authenticity in faith-based films and encourages Variety PURPOSE Summit attendees to follow their “instincts” during his session, moderated by veteran media executive Debra Langford.
Jakes calls for authenticity in faith-based films and encourages Variety PURPOSE Summit attendees to follow their “instincts” during his session, moderated by veteran media executive Debra Langford.
May 22, 2014: Charisma News: Bishop TD Jakes Tells Larry King: 'Whenever Someone Gets Ready to Run, They Get Religious'
Bishop T.D. Jakes recently joined Larry King for a spirited discussion on race, religion and politics on Larry King Now.
Bishop T.D. Jakes recently joined Larry King for a spirited discussion on race, religion and politics on Larry King Now.
Mar 17, 2014: Apprising Ministries: T.D. JAKES ENDORSES WF PASTRIX PAULA WHITE…AGAIN
In recent Apprising Ministries articles like T.D. Jakes Repents Of Word Faith Heresy And Mythology? and T.D. Jakes Prsents Word Faith Leadership Conference I covered a very critical issue concerning the move to make a mainstream evangelical out of “trinitarian-modalist” and Word Faith prosperity preacher T.D. Jakes.
In recent Apprising Ministries articles like T.D. Jakes Repents Of Word Faith Heresy And Mythology? and T.D. Jakes Prsents Word Faith Leadership Conference I covered a very critical issue concerning the move to make a mainstream evangelical out of “trinitarian-modalist” and Word Faith prosperity preacher T.D. Jakes.
Mar 7, 2014: Examiner: T.D. Jakes says the church is doing too many things that don't matter
During the first keynote address of the 2014 International Pastors & Leadership Conference in Orlando, Florida, Bishop T.D. Jakes said he believes "the church has become masterful at doing things that don't matter."
During the first keynote address of the 2014 International Pastors & Leadership Conference in Orlando, Florida, Bishop T.D. Jakes said he believes "the church has become masterful at doing things that don't matter."
Oct 20, 2013: News One: Deitrick Haddon Responds To T.D. Jakes’ Criticism Of ‘Preachers of L.A.’
Deitrick Haddon, star of Oxygen’s smash docu-series Preachers of L.A., called into Atlanta’s 102.5 Praise and responded to Bishop T.D. Jakes’ sharp criticism of the show.
Deitrick Haddon, star of Oxygen’s smash docu-series Preachers of L.A., called into Atlanta’s 102.5 Praise and responded to Bishop T.D. Jakes’ sharp criticism of the show.
Jan 30, 2012: Christian Post: Texas Pastor Reveals Rift With James MacDonald Over TD Jakes' 'Heresy'
Voddie Baucham, Pastor of Preaching at Grace Family Baptist Church in Spring, Texas, has released a blog post in which he explains why he turned down an invitation to participate in the second round of The Elephant Room, held Jan. 25, and left another conference hosted by James MacDonald without fulfilling his speaking duties.
Voddie Baucham, Pastor of Preaching at Grace Family Baptist Church in Spring, Texas, has released a blog post in which he explains why he turned down an invitation to participate in the second round of The Elephant Room, held Jan. 25, and left another conference hosted by James MacDonald without fulfilling his speaking duties.
Sept 9, 2005: New York Times: Stern Words From the Preacher at the President's Side
At first glance, T.D. Jakes is not an obvious fit with the buttoned-up Bush White House. As the founder of the Potter's House, a 30,000-member megachurch in southwest Dallas, he is a multimillionaire businessman, novelist and playwright. He also happens to have played himself in the R-rated movie version of his best-selling book, "Woman Thou Art Loosed," the story of a woman raped as a girl by her mother's boyfriend.
At first glance, T.D. Jakes is not an obvious fit with the buttoned-up Bush White House. As the founder of the Potter's House, a 30,000-member megachurch in southwest Dallas, he is a multimillionaire businessman, novelist and playwright. He also happens to have played himself in the R-rated movie version of his best-selling book, "Woman Thou Art Loosed," the story of a woman raped as a girl by her mother's boyfriend.