Covering the business of education and training

I think if Weeks beat Bynum as severely as the news reports have depicted, then she was more than right to file charges against him and it would have been foolish for her not to. The verse which you quoted is admonishing overly litigious folks and is actually accompanied in my bible by the heading "Do not sue the brethren." I agree that this incident has brought shame on the church but the only people who will ever know the complete details of what happened are Bynum and Weeks. One cannot be blamed for the actions of another but we can take measures to protect ourselves from further harm.

You may be right Kimberlee.

My point is not that Weeks shouldn't be charged/imprisoned whatever....but,
as you mentioned, shame has been brought to the church.

The non-christian folk will have a field day with this.

I also wrote at PAB - Juanita Bynum - Thomas Weeks III Make Christian
Missionaries in Asia Cringe

Thanks for reading and your many comments.

I am sorry that I don't respond more often.

I was worried about how the non-Christian perception would be affected by this incident as well.

And no worries about not responding. I'll check out the other article and probably comment there also.

I am really disgusted by the fact that this man is now using his website to solicit money "during this difficult time." So now the church folks should pay for his legal defense fund? Give me a break!

I also don't understand the comments on many blogs from folks claiming that people should support the Bishop and how no charges should be filed against him and they should work this out with God. Where in the Bible does it say that we should condone abuse and protect abusers? People criticized the Catholic church when the heads of the church covered up and failed to take any action against the priests who were sodomizing and raping children. I really don't see much difference here and fail to understand the rationalization of why we choose to protect these sick people who defile God's house and violate his children.

First I'd like to say I am truly devastated for both of them. They are children of God and need the church family to gather and pray for them. This is a very difficult time. Nonetheless God can and will work it out if they allow Him.

Secondly......

A criminal offence has been committed here. Wife beating is a violation of the law of the land. She was right to press charges especially if she feared for her life. In fact she owes it to herself and woman all around the world who go through this IHMO. Where in the bible does it say husbands beat your wives....nowhere... The bible does say however the wages of sin is death (not physical death necessarily, but spiritual death at all times) God is forgiving but there is a process that you have to go through before you can receive your deliverance and there are consequences. (God is not mocked we reap what we sow) I am gutted for both of them I truly am, and yes it does not look good for the church but no one has the right to judge. If people reject Jesus because of this, they will have to pay the consequences. (Harsh but true) Each and everyone of us has to answer to God individually. The blood of Jesus cleanses us from all sin past present and future. Why future because God knew that as long as we are in this body we will still mess up. It is easy to shine a torch over this incident singling it out. But we all have to ask ourselves if we are truly shining a light for Jesus before men and most importantly before God. God doesn't put sin into class....

Yes God can deliver heal and reconcile but how willing/quick our we to come in line with his word and surrender to allow Him to do this.

I judge neither parties, in fact this could have happened to anyone. Christians especially leaders of successful ministries are NOT above temptation. There is no special anointing to help you to resist. The higher you go the more the devil will try and bring you down. We are spiritual but we are human as well. This is devastating, but at the same time an opportunity for God to work it out in a mighty way that He alone will be glorified.

I pray both of them will be fully restored and that they hear God on how they progress from here.

So much to make of this. Not to much surprise. They say her husband is gay. WOW!!! I take a look at this from a spiritual perspective, even as some who even quotes scriptures say they do. COME ON!!! WAKE UP ALL!!! This man and woman talks about something so strong in their lives that sets them apart for other members of the body. This high calling as even they are deceived, the meaning so simple as only God can give. This thing called the “ANOINTING”, overly exaggerated by so many of these false teachers (and I call them false teachers) though some may respect these so highly so as to say “touch my anoited”. This “ANOINTING” is not the biblical anointing as the Bible say 2Cr 1:21 Now he which stablisheth us with you in Christ, and hath anointed us, [is] God; So SIMPLE THE FACT that all God’s people are anointed. What an irony because of the lies to manipulate God’s people of their high spirituality because of the special “ANOINTING” they possess. We need to discern, again the simple matters of scriptures so to deem such lifestyles as sadly laughable. Something to say about their salvation as well. Paul had a salvation testimony that he met Christ on the road to Damascus. The thousands at Pentacost knew Jesus as their Savior because of the truth the Holy Ghost revealed to them about Christ. I knew Jesus, personally when in a Bible Study Class, the text was taught me from the passage in Gal 3:1 “O foolish Galatians, who hath bewitched you, that ye should not obey the truth, before whose eyes Jesus Christ hath been evidently set forth, crucified among you?” It really hit me so hard, like Paul’s fall of the horse, that I was being bewitched cause I believed that I had to work to be and stay saved. Paul had preached the gospel to these Galations and the Judizers tried to distort their beliefs by telling them that they must keep the law to prove / keep their salvation. Not So says Paul. This truth gave me the freedom to live my life for Christ as I now knew that Chirst did it all for me. Question…Can any of you do more for God than what God has done for you? God has done it all. Believe that and you are one of his anointed. Mr. Weeks and Ms. Bynum…No true salvation…Expect things for the flesh to take place. All…Make sure that your salvation is pure and true. Just read the Bible and believe what John says Jhn 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. …SIMPLE..SO SIMPLE…Don’t go after an anointing. God doesn’t need us to have more faith. He wants us to be more FAITHFUL. HARD at times, BUT SIMPLE…
We need to know his WORD, PRAYER, and HIS PEOPLE. And for anyone who wants to use this Jaunita Bynum experience as a reason not to want to got to church…Anyone who want to say I'm judging...BEWARE lest you suffer because of your rejection of GOD’s CALLING… SIMPLY BEWARE… No EXCUSES, NO EXCUSES!!!

I pray for my sister Juanita that God will sustain her in this difficult time. That she will NOT drop the charges as so many battered women do. The Bishop needs some help mainly some deliverance not just a touch but deliverance that only God can give. What an AWESOME women on the front line conference and then the devil start his mess. Never mind the rumors of him being gay I have heard those for years even before she married him.There is never a just cause to hit a female it does not matter what she said or did. I pray that if this was the first time that he has abused her I pray it will be the last because if she reconciles he will do it again. I hope she moves on with her life all she need is God he will see her through. I dont know her husband but I have followed her life way back from her years in the COGIC and I know God has taken this young woman to a whole new level. She has gone through this before and this will pass as well Be blessed and let the peace of God continue.

That is why I refuse to get married. I was really happy when Juanita Bynum got married and it gave me hope. Now I refuse to get married.

I read some of the post and I just want to remind people that ministers are people and they have the same flaws and feelings that we all have... None of us are with out sin so we need to refrain from casting stones. We should be praying for both of them... "the prayers of the righteous availeth much." Perhaps this is just as much of a test for us as it is for them. How do we, as people (saved and unsaved) handle sensative issues?
Do we kick people when they're down or do we love people back to health. God's perfect message will always be delivered by imperfect messengers. (Ex. Paul, David, Abraham, Peter)
This incident is not going to have a grave affect on the "true and living church" and it's not going to turn the world away from church doors. As a matter of fact, people who weren't even thinking about the church are thinking about it today. People are seeking God in this hour, not men, and even when men fall the Holy Spirit is lifted up.
It's also important to note that Juanita Bynum was spiritually, mentally and physically abused the other night and we shouldn't add insult to injury. It's a shame that people seem to be enjoying the fact that she got knocked down, but mark my words her ministry is going to grow as a result of this... Millions of women are abused everyday and now she's a living testimony that they can relate too. God knows what He's doing!!!

I have always said that God has his ways of revealing the truth and the false ministries. Most ministers hide behind the word of God, while living and flaunting the material ways of the world. Mansions, private jets, blood diamond jewelry, fancy cars, million dollar weddings, and body guards, etc, etc. Without naming names, these televangelists are always profiting. I am speculating that this assault was driven by money and greed, the new American way.

What about the humble servants of God? I am sure that if we were to tally up all the fortunes that these ministries are gaining at the expense of the congregations, I am sure it would be in the thousands of billions. Are these churches doing enough in their communities? I think not, poverty and homelessness are still on the rise.

I am not condoning the assault, but there is always three sides to a story, in this case, his, hers and the truth. God is sending out a message to His church and we need to open our eyes to these business ministries and televangelists that are driven by power, money and greed. The truth will always come to light. God is watching and judging, always.

I don't understand your questioning of Dr Bynum's Christian credentials. Since when does being a victim of a vicious attack not make you a Christian?

As for charging the man, that might the most Christian thing Dr. Bynum can do. She is making him accountable for his actions and since men who react this way usually have a history of getting away with violent behaviour, maybe he will have time to face his actions BEHIND BARS.

1 John 4:1 "Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world."

2 John 1:9,10 "If anyone comes to you and does not bring the Doctrine of Christ, do not receive him into your house nor greet him; for he who greets him shares in his evil deeds."

Love NOT the the things of this world. If ANYONE LOVES THE THINGS OF THIS WORLD, THE LOVE OF THE FATHER IS NOT IN THEM!

COME ON, JUANITA BYNUM MILLION DOLLAR WEDDING. WHERE DO YOU THINK ALL THAT MONEY COMES FROM? THE SEED FAITH DOCTRINE WHERE ONLY THE MINISTERS AND TELEVANGELISTS WHO PREACH IT ARE ROLLING AROUND IN TENS OF MILLIONS OF DOLLARS WHILE THEY FLEECE THE FLOCK. JUST TRY TO ASK THEM FOR MONEY AND SEE WHAT YOU GET! FIND OUT HOW MUCH THEY PAY THIER STAFF!

IN THE LATTER DAYS, DOCTRINES OF DEMONS WILL BE TAUGHT, PRAYING UPON THE LUSTS OF THE PEOPLE (GREED)

THE WORLD FAITH MOVEMENT IS A HERETICAL MOVEMENT. JUST READ THE WRITINGS OF THE EARLY CHURCH FATHERS, THOSE HOLY MEN WHO WERE TAUGHT AND INSTRUCTED BY THE APOSTLES AND DISCIPLES OF CHRIST THEMSELVES IN THE FIRST CENTURY. READ THE LETTERS FROM CLEMENT, POLYCARP, IRANEOUS, CYRIAN OF ALEXANDRIA TO DETERMINE WHAT TRUE DOCTRINE WAS HANDED DOWN BY THE APOSTLES!

BLOWING SOMEONE ELSES CANDLE OUT DOES NOT MAKE YOURS SHINE ANY BRIGHTER. ALL OF US HAVE SINNED AND HAVE SOME HIDDEN THINGS IN THE HEART. SO JUDGE NOT LEST YE BE JUDGED. PRAY FOR BOTH THEIR SALVATIONS AND GIVE GOD THE GLORY INSTEAD OF DANCING WITH THE DEVIL YOURSELEVES BY COMMENTING SO NEGATIVELY.

Let's stop being silly with all of the religious sounding foolishness. I live in Atlanta, Juanita Bynum is deceived and married a Ahab/sissy in order to dominate him because she is bathed in witchcraft. Now a bunch of lesbian/witches who have not repented will use this silly foolishness as fuel to try and justify their rebellion against proper church patriarchal authority and end up deceived just like Eve. Just like Stella getting her groove back, Juanita tried to get her groove back by marrying a controllable sissy, only to discover she has a down low brother who hates women. Only a homosexual could bring himself to kick and stomp on a woman like this. Church folks need to start dealing with reality and stop escaping to fantasy and fairy tales. Thank God that the end of all of thie foolishness is drawing near. Jesus Christ is still Lord!!

Kimberlee, you are ABSOLUTELY correct! How appalling that the Bishop's website is soliciting financial support. Unbelievable! Also, not judging their situation and tragedy of this all but the Bishop definitely appears to have a spirit of homosexuality about him. It's quite obvious, in my opinion. As stated many, many times already, only prayer will soothe this situation for all parties involved. However, as a MAN of God, the Bishop has now been exposed, revealed of the struggles he's been having, apparently, and has failed or refused to deal with. True repentance is necessary at this point and I believe that if he had taken that stance earlier, his secrets and struggles would have remained under wrap, God would not have exposed him in this fashion.

Hey if we are Christians why all the mess on here and other blogs. Why aren't we praying for them both. Where did all this other gossip and rumor about him being gay come from and why is it being perpetuated without evidence. Come on yall this event hurt my heart enough, but the way Christians kill and mame there own is sad. I aint saying he was right, but I am saying we need to cover those who fall into sin, and rebuild them, edify and strengthen them that is what the body SHOULD BE ABOUT. He who is without sin cast the first stone. Stop the gossip and pray for the people! He will get whatever punishment is due, as he should, yet at same time what we do is try to restore, or at least pray for them both not kill them. You do reap what you sow, yet I am thankful for God's Grace and Mercy over my life cause if He had not been merciful towards me, where would I be. Please put the power of the tongue, and this case the fingers, to BETTER use and PRAY! In most cases the most vindictive people on here need to get the logs out of their own eyes and let God handle what's in others lives.....

I have been reading all the postings and it seems as though people are being very judgmental towards people that they don't even know. It seems as though all the world thinks about is what type of lifestyle that they are living. The people that are not christians think that the people of the church as to live in poverty and that they should be the only one living in nice homes, drive nice cars and be able to do anything thing that they want to. Before anyone of you pass judgment one them first take a look at your own life. If you worry about what is wrong with you, then you won't have time to talk about someone else. They are just like we are with problems and sadly enough the world looks down on them for being humans. We should be praying for them instead of talking about them because they are both God's children even if you don't think so. People in the world need to take a hard look at their life and then ask themselves why do i chose to live this way?

Juanita Bynum did not call the police the Hotel Bellman did. The Bellman called the police and once they heard the report and saw the bruises they took her to the Hospital where Social workers filed a case for domestic abuse. The bellman also heard Weeks threaten to kill Juanita. The police take this very seriously. She did not turn her husband in. His sin came to light and I think it may have saved her life. God is still in control! The bible says we should look to Jesus who is the author and finisher of our faith. It does not matter what Preachers do! We follow Jesus!!! The bible says these things will happen. The law of sin is in our members (within us). If we were perfect Jesus would not have had to die on the cross. Once we confess our sins God forget them. So if they have confessed their sins to God then he forgave them and forgot it!

The world does not look down on these two frauds for being human. No, the folks who are critical of Bynum and Weeks look down on them for being very public hypocrites. If, Bynum and Weeks, in their individual and joint "ministries," are going to be offering advice on how to have a successful marriage (and charging a hefty fee to those attending their seminars), then it is not unreasonable to expect them to model what they preach. We all judge, and you better believe Christians do, too. When they screw up (as we all do), why are they any more deserving of a pass than the rest of humanity?

When something like this happens and these two are displayed before the whole world it is not unusual that those who question their theology would make their feelings known. I happen to be one of those. It is a shame that we have reached a place in the body of Christ where we pay more attention to how something is said rather then what is said. Does it make me a sinner becuase I question something that is in direct conflict with the bible? I say not, we should study the bible so we are not taken in by those who for their own gain and fame would come up with catchy slogans and phrases that are not consist with sound bible teachings. Do you want an example? Ms Bynum once said that when a male and female pray together that there is intercourse in the spirit. (She did this on TV so you can get the recording if you look for it.)That was a stupid thing to say because in "Christ there in neither male nor female." Trust me there are many examples of her misuse of scripture...WAKE UP PEOPLE

First of all to say that Juanita's actions was unchristian to file charges is rediculous!! remember,it wasnt two people fighting ,it was one person taking an "Ass Whipping" .

To file charges was very neccessary to create and document Bishop weeks behavior patterns so that the next woman can beware!!!!

I've followed both ministries for sometime now and and hope she'sdoing better....and enough with all the "quick Silver Scripture quoting folk" that says whats proper..and whats not..........have you ever been stomped and kicked to a bloody pulp?? ok then you get the picture so she did what she had to......can you only imagin the fear and sleepless nites shes having now, i pray for her deeply.

I TOTALLY AGREE with the writer who posted (state your name on your next post so I can identify you as such):

1 John 4:1 "Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world."

2 John 1:9,10 "If anyone comes to you and does not bring the Doctrine of Christ, do not receive him into your house nor greet him; for he who greets him shares in his evil deeds."

Love NOT the the things of this world. If ANYONE LOVES THE THINGS OF THIS WORLD, THE LOVE OF THE FATHER IS NOT IN THEM!

COME ON, JUANITA BYNUM MILLION DOLLAR WEDDING. WHERE DO YOU THINK ALL THAT MONEY COMES FROM? THE SEED FAITH DOCTRINE WHERE ONLY THE MINISTERS AND TELEVANGELISTS WHO PREACH IT ARE ROLLING AROUND IN TENS OF MILLIONS OF DOLLARS WHILE THEY FLEECE THE FLOCK. JUST TRY TO ASK THEM FOR MONEY AND SEE WHAT YOU GET! FIND OUT HOW MUCH THEY PAY THIER STAFF!

IN THE LATTER DAYS, DOCTRINES OF DEMONS WILL BE TAUGHT, PRAYING UPON THE LUSTS OF THE PEOPLE (GREED)

THE WORLD FAITH MOVEMENT IS A HERETICAL MOVEMENT. JUST READ THE WRITINGS OF THE EARLY CHURCH FATHERS, THOSE HOLY MEN WHO WERE TAUGHT AND INSTRUCTED BY THE APOSTLES AND DISCIPLES OF CHRIST THEMSELVES IN THE FIRST CENTURY. READ THE LETTERS FROM CLEMENT, POLYCARP, IRANEOUS, CYRIAN OF ALEXANDRIA TO DETERMINE WHAT TRUE DOCTRINE WAS HANDED DOWN BY THE APOSTLES!

"Nevermind the blood monies she gives her staff. It is so obvious that these are false teachers. Read the book of JUDE to see the dimise and destruction of Weeks and Bynum. Much worse than the violence and the embarassment these two are suffering now. There is judgement awaiting them far worse than this. And for us to meagerly focus on the temporal and not the eternal is pure mockery in the eyes of GOD. And for all who say that all this is judgement, I reckon that JUDE was judging those he talked about in his book. There are some things tha God calls us to judge. I know that a lot of jelly back and spineless Christians only uses the word "called" as it pertains to some special ministry one may be involved in. Jaunita and Tom doesn't need the pitful "prayers" of professing Christians, they need a heavy dose of the GOSPEL, true belief in Christ. A faith that will project far differently that what they are suffering now as the "GREAT WOMAN and MAN OF GOD" they are right now (laugh). There are several ladies ministries where women are serious about their pure calling to live day by day to be the PROVERBS 31 WOMAN. Women especially need to be protected by strong men who would give their lives for them. A man giving his life doen't always mean taking a bullet for her to be saved, but rather proctecing her from the evils of the doctrines of SATAN and the feminist doctrines, so that SHE WOULD NOT HAVE TO DIE SPIRITUALLY. Jaunita continue to choose to sprew out what she heard from the SERPANT with the lies she spilled about the TRINITY and her cover up for the material "blessings" she received by taking advantage of a lot of woman with itching ears. MEN, DONT SUPPORT or ENCOURAGE YOUR WIVES, MOTHERS, and DAUGHTERS to follow these false teachers. PROTECT THEM, LOVE THEM, STUDY TO EXPOSE FALSE TEACHERS to THEM.

Many so called christians need to just use some common sense. if they are really wanting to know the truth....ARE YOU READING YOUR BIBLES....I do not believe people are being judgmental they are facing reality. Matthew 7 verse 20 says You will know them by their fruits. I don't think that meant money. SOoooo... Get a grip christians. The truth shall set you free or do you REAllY want to be freee.....We also might want to ponder on what it says about false prophets also found in the book of Matthew. Common sense and reality will not lead you astray. We can not have heaven on earth...Look Around....Or are you not wanting to see ?

Its not shame on him and her, all married people have problems, its shame on "him" for not practicing what he preach!!

I know what Bible "she's" reading but I'd like to know is, "what BIBLE" is "he" reading and preaching from?

Whether Juantia is a minister, mother, or whatever occupation she may have chose. This does not give Weeks the right to abused or hurt the women in which God gave as a heplmate to love and honor as "the weaker vessel." Look, I am married to a minister of the Gospel and he has never raised his hand to hurt me, but him as a man, Weeks, should know his boundaries. Why curse what you have been bleesed too receive? The reason why I say this, because marriage is blessed in the eyesight of God. If the master wanted him to abused a women, he would not have given him a person of Bynums ability. Just because Juanita may have taken out charges on her husband that does not make her less of a Christian or a person. Legally, she has the right as a citizen to press, but as leader in the church GOD has final say. So, please people don't think that for one minute, she is not anointed, saved, and still walking in the holiness of God, because people and thier comments.

Faith and religion aside please:

A very successful woman marries a not so successful man who happens to be EIGHT years her junior. This is the makings for a disaster. Their union made no sense from the beginning. He had nothing to offer but his presence. He could not advance her life or add anything to it. In fact, she was using her noteriety to thrust him in the limelight. He is less than her. This has to eat a man up inside over time, especially an immature one. I have no idea whether he is gay or not but I do know he is a punk. Only a weak punk would resort to hitting a woman. Real men just roll and find them another woman to get with.

The abuse is no surprise given that at the beginning of their relationship they happily shared how they would get into heated debates. (They planned to purchase the table at Starbucks where they used to argue! How cute...Not!) It had to be an easy leap from verbal to physical. I doubt this is the first time he has hit her. He did it with such precision (something that would only come with practice.)

He is "very sad" and hopes to reconcile. What? She is saying "this too shall pass." What? Never mind all that, she should prosecute to the fullest extent of the law. He should confess and step down from his ministry immediately.

I am a Christian and I have absolutely no pity for either of them. I would like them both to do me a favor. Please, please, please do not reconcile and don't let "it" pass. Get a very, very quick divorce and get out of sight. Handle this very swiftly. And if by chance, they feel that getting back together would lend some deeper level of credibility to their "Teach Me How To Love" series, they couldn't be any further from the truth. I don't want to hear either one of them preach again, let alone talk about love and marriage.

I must say that I'm very sadden to hear this news about such influential people, namely juanita bynum.. But I must say, I seen something coming with prophetess bynum , I just didn't know what it was.. It was obvious to me when watching her on tv, a few months ago that something was wrong.. i was noticing certain enuendos that she was making and believe me i I was readin between the lines.. Just this pass couple of weeks watching the womens conference, I was grieved in my spirit, I said Lord I'm sensing something here and I don;t know what it is, the spirit was just leading me to pray for Prophetess bynum. and I've been praying every sense.. One thing we can be assure of is that this is only the beginning.. My heart and pryers go out to the weeks and no, I'm not going to judge because I don;'t know the circumstances, the only thing I don't agree with is a man putting his hands on his wife, especially in public.. The LORD IS GETTING READY TO EXPOSE ALOT OF THINGS AND NOT JUST WITH THE WEEKS..

Myfamily will continue to pray for these leaders,however it`s crystal clear according to gods word that these type actions of violent attack will take only god deliverance power.counseloring nor man will be able to set him free from this rage and fighting deamon. THIS PASTOR NEEDS TOTAL DELIVERANCE FROM GOD ALONE.

I agree, this is a god thing point blank.. like I wrote earlier I won't make judgements on either point, just my disillusion with what bishop weeks did.. I'm in a state of mourning and grief and the mere fact alone that this is not just the enemies attack but God is exposing will will contiue to exposed these celebrity christian leaders who are responsible for the leader ship of his people.. Prayer is the only thing that will remedy this.. I contiue to pray for bishop and prophetess Bynum , that they along with the church can get through this by the power of God and that the church as a whole will get through it.. We say that we are christian but I can't believe the way this is being handle by christians no less.. We can be the most critical.. The word saids that when and if bishop weeks even prophetess Bynum were to confess and ask for forgiveness, we as christian are to restore them with Love and meekness.. Lets face it just because they are in the spot light dosen't mean this thing isn;t going on every where. God is the judge and Jury and he's in control.. If bishop weeks was to ask for forgiveness we as saints must forgive and restore.. But he first need to ask not only God's forgiveness but his wifes..I pray this will take place so that Healing can began for all involved..

Excuse me! Somewhere I have missed the trial and conviction of Bishop Weeks. I haven't been able to find 1 quote from the bellman. What ever happened to, "In all thy ways acknowledge HIM and HE shall direct your path! Why are so many people giving this couple instructions, advice, and spirit of division? What ever they do is ultimatey between them and GOD! It's just sad that we aren't praying!!

I have been sensing something wrong for months in my spirit and I have been led to pray ever sense, and I have been, God knew this thing was going to happen.. It's sad that we want to throw stones so quickly with this divide and conquer attitude I'm seeing.. Prayer is what they need and only God knows what to do.. this is between the Weeks and God.. We as christians need only keep them up before GOD in prayer and quit judging, because the word says that whatever judgment we judge it will ultimately be judge right back to us.. So lets be careful.

I say this kindly, of course. Though the "trial and conviction" of Bishop Weeks has not yet occurred and although he has not openly admitted to having directly done this, his wife pressed charges against HIM; the police arrested HIM, the courts arraigned HIM; and it is a very safe bet that HE is guilty of the crime. If he did not do this, wouldn't he be by her side (despite marital issues) to support her as police determine who could have done it? So we shouldn't be coy. It is obvious that he choked, stomped and kicked her. This is a domestic violence case and he is the perpertrator regardless of any justification he would like to offer (two sides to every story..blah blah blah). As for the bellman, he would be one to corroborate but the real evidence is presented by Prophetess Bynum. Her wounds speak volumes.

As for judging him, due process will handle that. And as for offering opinions as to what they should do, it is only fair. They took it upon themselves to offer advice to the rest of us couples on how we should learn to love each other. They weren't married but a heartbeat but felt that they had the wherewithal to address marriage. So a fair exchange is truly no robbery. Really, I could tell them what they should do but first they'll need to buy my book and attend my conference, "Teach Me How To Get Out of A Mess!"

I really would like to offer a prayer or two for them but I have a friend that is really sick and I think she needs my prayers more than they do. Honestly, this distractive situation has diverted more than enough attention. I'm certain after it's all said and done, it will have resulted in yet another opportunity that be capitalized off of.

Case in point, can anybody tell me what the Raven Fund is and why Bishop Weeks is soliciting funds during "this difficult time?"

Regardless to who is right and who is wrong they BOTH will stand before God. People read your Bible; and it says, GOD WILL DO EVERYTHING WITHIN HIS POWER TO GET OUR ATTENTION AND BRING CORRECTION BEFORE HE ALLOWS US TO BE BROUGHT TO OPEN SHAME. Judgement must first begin at the house of God, and IT HAS BEGUN, these are just the beginning of sorrows, lets look up for our redemption draws nigh. It is enough kingdom business that we can intercede for, let's move on and leave them to God. I see them both at fault, and that is my opinion not Gods. Pray for governments, and leaders they are not above the law but are juduged by the same laws as you and I yet more severe; TO WHOM MUCH IS GIVEN MUCH IS REQUIRED. Let's clear our heart and remain focused on souls, because that is what kingdom business is about.

now she can write a book called NO MORE FEETS

i really identify with the guys who confirm that they sensed something in their spirits, as i watched juanita recently on tele, i surely picked something that was not right from her counternance.(TROUBLED)
Unfortunately we tend to idolise some of our leaders that we get blinded to the fact that no-one, i mean no-one is immune to sin, let alone trials and tribulations.
The bible talks of man's time on earth being short , full of hardships and all, ironically these two are not exempt from this word. Just as someone said, the higher you go, the harder you fall..
I pray and also believe that not even one soul will lose faith in God coz of this incident, why, WE ARE FOLLOWERS OF CHRIST AND NOT OF JUANITA NOR III WEEKS!!
The problem with the christian today is that we put our leaders on a pedestal that rather overshadows the Lord Himself and when they fall as they surely will according to Matt 24:4-14, we despair and get confused wondering whats going on in the body of Christ.. Behold my brethren, whatever happens here on earth, will not shift or alter the order or rather the operations in heaven. All our promises are intanct in the heavens. It was with this same attitude that Paul and Silas got out of prison at night. If we love enough, we'll start seeing these two as ourselves,Rom 3:23 , for iam convinced we all alike and will inherit the kingdom if we manage to fight the good fight to the END!!!!!

First praise God to all my bothers and sister in Christ and in creation, my heart grieves and my spirit is praying that God's will be done, we can write out commnets and say this and say that, but when you get through whith it it is all personnal, this is a spiritual matter, we as Chritians are at a war, spiritual war, the devil think he really did some damage, no he didn't do a thing, what is meant for evil God will use it for his Glory whatever his will is, God's ways are not our ways, and God's thoughts our not our thoughts, they are as high as the heaven are above the earth, and for any one who says, "I aint going back to churh, or the members of Bishop Weeks church, say I am am through with him .... and even for the female who made the comment about, "that's the reason i won't get married," that's a spiritual mess, I am praying for you all and , you might all need to pray as well for not only Bynum and Weeks, but for your selves as well, and whatever your emotions are,remember that God is bigger than your emotions, i am not here to write my opinions or preach my feelings i am here out of Love that my Father in heaven has manifested, I will be honest I can't wait to see what God is going to do, God is moving and wil lshow up and show out , may not be a way that some of you would like, that is why God is "I AM" and we are not. I know that Bishop Weeks and Prophetess Bynum are praying soldiers and the Lord will see them both through this, I am already shouting because if you know God like I do you are rejoicing, weeping may endure for a night, but joy comemeth in the morning another break through is coming!!!!! Lives will be changed, souls will be saved and saved souls rejoicing. Praise be to God!!!

that last positing before this one is posted by tawanda @ taylorkmar @aol.com, not Modicai juma, the devil is a lie

Why do we judge people so quickly? Oh, just because they are on national television? People act like their lives are so perfect. No one is perfect no matter how Christian you claim to be, or what position in church you hold. Just because their lives are in the spotlight does not mean that we can judge them the way they are being judged.They are humans to. No matter what anyone says we are supposed to pray for our brothers and sisters when they are in trouble or have a need. People who claim to be Christians are talking about them badly, that is a sin also. What God do you serve? The one I serve is a loving and Almighty God; He heals the hurt and the broken... No, I don't approve of Bishops actions, but God will forgive him to. The devil is trying to attack the mega ministries, if we pray and seek God's face for each other, the devil will have to see who he is working against. So with that all said, Anyone with no sin cast the first stone. We all have sinned and fell short. So pray for them not talk about them.
Thank You

I just want to ask you so call christians folks how can a true person of god take these poor people money, and throw a wedding so big. Some people give their hard earned money to the church for them to help others. But they take it and spend it foolishly. What a shame! I don't have respect for dumb preachers that are trying to act like pimps, players and move stars.

Before everyone start to judge them, you need to take a look at your own lives. It is very easy to pass judgment on someone else especially when your own life may be just as questionable. These are God's children and there is nothing that anyone can do to change that. His age has nothing to do with who he is as a man, how do any of you know whether God joined them together? I am sure that you don't, what you should be doing is minding your own business, because one thing that is for sure, you better be very care at how you talk about them. Unsaved people and corporations take poor people's money every day and spend it for their own benefits, but i you arent talking about that at all. Despite what any of you think God can and will still use the both of them to serve his purpose and that is a fact, because God is a forgiving God, and if she wants to forgive her husband and if they choose to work things out that is no bodys business but their own.

Who is this Tawanda@taylormar who claims to have put a posting he didn't, do u want help in posting wholesome contributions brother. Know something hey, the system automatically puts the name of the person who post the msg ang no-one can change that, URIKURASIKA PAPI???

It really puzzles me how UNSAVED or NONCHRISTIANS can so easily judge TRUE CHRISTIANS. How is it that you put yourself in the place of GOD? All of this energy that you are wasting judging, slandering, and persecuting GOD'S children, it would be very advantagious of you to channel that energy into working on YOUR OWN SOUL SALVATION! This tragic occurence for them is no different or worse than many things we all have experienced, are experiencing, and/or will experience in life, theirs just happens to be nationally publicized. Imagine for a moment if GOD decided to put all of your TRASH on the national circuit. What then? I'll tell you what then. Then the whole country would know that you beat your wife/husband, you have a wife and a BOYFRIEND/GIRLFRIEND, you've had multiple abortions, you've participated in many extramarital sexual relationships, you have a Jezebel spirit, you struggle with infidelity, homosexuality, drug addiction, alcohol abuse, demonic possession, so forth and so on. The list goes on and on for us all! I truly believe that people who are so quick to judge others, whether their Christians or not, do so because for that moment or those moments, the focus is taken off of them and all of their MESS! It makes them feel good to know that someone else is going through similar or seemingly worse situations than them. But, God is NOT in that at all! God has not called us to beat anyone down, EVER! And to judge whether their Christians or not, that's simply FOOLISH AND IT REFLECTS EITHER YOUR LACK OF JESUS IN YOUR HEART OR MAJOR SPIRITUAL IMMATURITY! As someone stated earlier, this does not change the fact that they are still Christians and that God is STILL going to continue to use their EARTHEN VESSESLS TO MINISTER HIS HOLY WORD!!!!! A WISE MAN/WOMAN would use this opportunity to pray for this family and their restoration and regeneration, NOT TO BAD MOUTH GOD'S ANOINTED ONES! It truly takes a MISERABLE person, who has really decided to let the devil have FREE REIGN in his life to use this tragic time to rejoice! Because that's exactly what you're doing if you're doing anything outside of FERVENTLY PRAYING for the MAN AND WOMAN OF GOD!!!!!!!! If you don't do anything else today, GET SAVED!!!!TRULY!!! LOVE YOUR SOUL BETTER THAN THAT!!!!!

It's all very sad. One of the fruit of the spirit that we say dwell on the inside of us is "temperance". It has to operate (if we allow it) in every area of our lives. I am so sorry that this has cast such a bad shadow on christianity. I only hope people will realize that it is just that, a "shadow" because the practices many believe and follow from the bible are real and has worked in the lives of many! This is just one of many isolated occurences to come. I also hope that the two directly involved will embark on it as a direct opportunity to look deep within themselves and allow the gospel they preach about to work in them as intense as they preach it to others. All things work together for good to those who love the lord and are the called according to his purpose. Romans 8:28

To Everybody that is pointing the finger, you need to pray. Maybe if you were praying for Bishop & Prophetess, if might not have gotten this far. You are guilty of doing something too, you just haven't been exposed yet. You are guilty of helping the media put negative insight on this matter and you call yourself a Christian and you a right a Christian only, not the remnant of God. Don't forget you will need mercy too one day. Find out what can you do to help heal the matter instead of your negative comments like you have never done wrong in your life. Maybe you murdered someone with your tongue Mr. or Mrs. Self-righteous. Pray for the body of Christ that Satan does not have a field day with the sheep’s and the babes in Christ that they don't backslide and be taken over in their minds by listening to negative shoulda, woulda, and coulda garbage comments by people like you with judgmental attitudes. When a person is up they don't really need you, my brother, my sister it's when they are down. So on this note, may I remind you that the bible read in Proverbs 24:16,"For a just man falleth seven times, and rise back up again;" For Bishop & Prophetess are both still a mighty man and woman of God and I wouldn't want to be part of God's wrath by putting my Mouth on these too people when God heal this, however He choose to do so. Remember what happen to Job's so called friends, remember Moses, David, Samson and so many others fell but God raised them back up for His Glory. This isn't really about Prophetess and Bishop this is about exposing what’s really in you, what your spirit is really about. Be real careful who you put your mouth on. The World is already having a field day with you and for anybody that's not praying in a positive way, interceding for them and their congregation as well as the Body of Christ for restoration, you can not call your self part of God's remnant or really where you need to be in God, with your unpurified spirit and murdering tongue.

WE - all need help and WE all fall short. I believe the Lord is looking for true worshipper and a call to spirtual growth. We need to unity in Body, oneness and peace in Christ. If the righteous are barely saved, what will happen to godless sinners. We are the only light that represent Jesus on this earth, so we need to act like Jesus. Some people will never come to man-maded Church building, but your light your temple your church, your self is the body of Christ. They will see Jesus only in you by your action, not only in words. We need to Listen to God, but not just listening but doing. We must obey and follow Jesus - if we want to enter into his rest. We need to be careful. 2 Timothy 3 - The dangers of the last days - read it. We need to live to please God. Final Advice - 1 Corinthians - Chapter 1, 2 and 3 talked about putting people over God. I follow Paul (I follow Juanita) and another, I follow Apollos (I follow T.D. Jake)," are you not mere men/women? Who, after all, is Apollos, (Juanita?) And Who is Paul? (T.D. Jake?) Only servants, through whom you came to believe - as the Lord has assigned to each a task. One planted the seed and one waters and God made it grow. So neither he/she who water or plant is anything, but only God, who makes things grow. So the man/woman who plants and who waters have one purpose, and each will be rewarded according to his own labor. So don't boast about following a particular human leader. For everything belongs to you - (Paul or Apollos or Peter) now let me change that - ( Juanita, Thomas Weeks, Paula White, or T.D. Jakes or put your pastor or etc. and that space) or the world, or life and death, or the present and the future. Everything belongs to you, and you belong to Christ, and Christ belongs to God. Let stop making people out of God. (We are ALL God servants, he care less about your Titles. It's funny that Jesus is not called Pastor, Rev., Bishop , Dr. Jesus. (Just Jesus). Let's Love the hell out of each other and encourage each other. God will make the different. Love all of you!!!!

So now people who don't call themselves Christians are not supposed to comment on this fracas? This is the attitude of someone who has been backed into a corner and has no logical defense. Certainly, none of us has a heaven or a hell in which to consign the good "Bishop" but he and his wife are the ones who put themselves out here and spiritual authorities and relationship experts. So yes, we the public have the right to speak on the events of last week. This ignorance that I am seeing from those who want to support this man is really appalling. Would you be so supportive if he were Thomas Weeks the local bus driver?

I am not perfect, but I am not standing in a pulpit or preaching to the masses and exhorting folks to sow a seed with me to get a divine reward. I am not perfect, but I have never stricken my mate in a fit of anger. I have not blamed my poor decisions on the devil. Whew. The church is in trouble because of the actions of these false prophets and their sheep followers.

Dr. Jaunita Bynum,
I am sooooo sorry that this has happened to you. I watch you on TBN and other Christian Stations all the time. I admire you. I still see you as a strong woman of God. Please do not let what other people opinions about you or your husband get the best of you. God restores all of us. No,Bishop Weeks did not do the right thing, but he is still worthy of God's love and needs deliverance- just like others do too.
No one, no matter who they are, is perfect. Your husband did not make the right choice and God will deal w/ him in His way. No matter how embarrassing this is, know that it is not your fault. Even if people all over the country are talking about this, God is still in control. You are still His Princess. I'm glad you did not do anything to stoop to such level as violence.
You are a beautiful and strong Black woman. Please continue to bring the Word of God like you always have done. Even the most saved and sanctified men can make mistakes. Taking him back is your business- not taking him back is your business. But this is serious business. This is your marriage, a covenant relationship, and only God can guide you on your decisions. Just don't let what your husband did bring you down or to shame. This incident will inspire other Christian women to believe that it is ok to speak up.

God Bless You!

James 5:19-20 (The Message)
My dear friends, if you know people who have wandered off from God's truth, don't write them off. Go after them. Get them back and you will have rescued precious lives from destruction and prevented an epidemic of wandering away from God.

1 Timothy 5:21-23 (The Message)

God and Jesus and angels all back me up in these instructions. Carry them out without favoritism, without taking sides. Don't appoint people to church leadership positions too hastily. If a person is involved in some serious sins, you don't want to become an unwitting accomplice. In any event, keep a close check on yourself.

Rememeber:No matter how bad the situation,if we are in the body of Christ..WE MUST COVER it in prayers of mercy by the Blood of Jesus Christ to keep ourselves cleansed being apart of the same body.
Grace,Mercy,Peace and Love be multiplied to the Weeks and Bynum family in Jesus' Name.Amen.

James 5:19-20 (The Message)
My dear friends, if you know people who have wandered off from God's truth, don't write them off. Go after them. Get them back and you will have rescued precious lives from destruction and prevented an epidemic of wandering away from God.

1 Timothy 5:21-23 (The Message)

God and Jesus and angels all back me up in these instructions. Carry them out without favoritism, without taking sides. Don't appoint people to church leadership positions too hastily. If a person is involved in some serious sins, you don't want to become an unwitting accomplice. In any event, keep a close check on yourself.

Rememeber:No matter how bad the situation,if we are in the body of Christ..WE MUST COVER it in prayers of mercy by the Blood of Jesus Christ to keep ourselves cleansed being apart of the same body.
Grace,Mercy,Peace and Love be multiplied to the Weeks and Bynum family in Jesus' Name.Amen.

Let me see
The priest are child molesters
The Bishops are divorcing there wives and remarrying new models.
The tele-evangelist are all hearing from God-and, GOd is telling THEM for you to send your money for a blessing. While they party it up in splendor..
Jimmy Swaggart, Jim Baker, Paula White's face lift and divorce, while pushing health products as her new vigor for life. Paul Crouch homosexual mess. TELL ME WHAT MORE GOD HAS TO SHOW YOU?
OH I know!! The the Minister's are the first one to forgive the politician's like Bill Clinton when they fall. Don't any of you ever wonder where all this money is going? Maybe to a NEW WORLD ORDER.... where politician, preachers and Pimps take all your money,wealth and resources while you search for outwardly for God, instead of reading your BIBLES, and know the bible has predicted all these things. When is the last time your preacher read a whole chapter in the BIBle and preached on it in context? We have MEGA churches, with MEGA BITE Sermons. A million dollar marriage, when all of Africa is dying. It's an abomination! And no one is outraged about homelessness and Prisons being filled with people, Drive by shooting, the drugs and crimes in our streets. ALL OF YOU, get off your computers, and go out there and minister. Take the money you support these super star preachers and help your neighborhood, and communities, and just maybe people will believe that you really are a Christian! MORE $. Stop supporting these dysfunctional people!

My God, My God, where do these people think God intended for MEN to beat on Women? People you have your priorities in the wrong place, yes she is a woman of God and he is a minister of God. That does not make it right. Thank God the bellman stepped in or she could have been killed. Those of other beliefs need to pray.

I was an abused wife, mother and never did wrong, nothing but take care of my family, my family came first, I was mother and father while he whored in the streets. Sis Bynum, if he did it once he'll do it again take a fools advice. God Bless you and may you find peace.

Chris. I am so ashamed of those who claim to be men and women of God. Although Weeks certainly had no right to put his hands on this sista, there are two sides to every story. The world may never know what really happened, but it is up to God to judge them both. It would be so gratifying if they would take this incident, forgive each other, reconcile and make a great comeback. I believe in forgiveness, but both would have to surrender to God and rid themselves of egos.

If there be any among you without any sin, cast the first stone. Juanita and Thomas are human just like me. The last time I checked I had to use my eraser when I wrote with a pencil. Meaning they are entitled to mistakes just as I am. I have no reason to judge them because the bible states that we are to judge ourselves so that God doesn't. What Juanita and Thomas does is not my business nor do I care. It is not my business.

I don't have to stand before the bar of judgement for Juanita, Thomas, Tammy-Faye, Jim, Paula, Randy, TD or anyone else. Not even my kids. I have to stand and give an account for what I have done. All I can do is petition God on their behalf for peace, mercy, strength, etc. That is my job as a christian.

I notice the churches are full of people. But when I am out and about I find it very hard to see what they've learned or represent as far as God is concerned. And all of these people are not from the mega chruches in the world. If every minister, preacher, & church leader walked into the club, topless-bar, adult-store, etc... when the joint is jumpin how many people from their congregations would be convicted in their hearts? How many would leave feeling ashamed for being seen in such a place?

It's easy to sit and say uh huh or ummmm when I am not the one in the spot light. I am of the opinion that "christians" are the most two-faced individuals on the face of the earth. When they are in chruch they portray themselves as caring and concerned people, wanting and willing to help. But these are the same people that will blow your head off at a traffic light, run you up a tree if you cut them off on the freeway, break into your house and take everything you have worked your butt off to get, keep the crack house in business, keep the liquor store in business, keep the rehab center in business, keep the street walkers in business, molest innocent children, cheat on their spouses etc..

Hell, they're your mom, dad, grandma, grandfather, aunt, uncle, cousin, brother, sister, co-worker, best friend, teachers, & neighbor.

I DARE each and every one of you to be as direct with them when they miss the mark as you are so willing to be on the Juanita & Thomas Weeks issue! Oh and whenever any of you miss the mark, go stand in front of the mirror and ask yourself how you can improve as a "christian".

It amazes me the state of the church to ever be so concerned about how this Weeks/Bynum incident will leave a dark spot on Church. Despite the fact that in Christ's own words "the gates of hell will not prevail against her (the church)" and that one day "he's coming back for his bride", a bride without a spot or wrinkle. These are Christ's words about the body, yet you professing Christians whine in fear about "how this is going to look so bad for the church". People because of their sinful nature, will always ensue a dark spot on the church, not because of the church but because of their sinful hearts. People because of their depravity, crucified God when He absolutely did no wrong. I wonder about those who are so concerned about the blackened hearts of sinful people. Maybe your hearts are like theirs as you can only cry and whimper, instead of being strong and faithful to what God says about the body. We should have an answer for the world, strong enough to convince and convict them. But what do we do? We shutter about our image for fear that we can not evangelize to reach them. All because two idiots uses Christ's name in vain, covered with an anointing and spirituality that breed greed and a deceptive influence on thousands of people who perfer to listen to their lies rather than study to show themselves to be approved. What you see and what you get is what you become. BEWARE lest you become like them and emulate in similar ways your need for greed, selfish desires, manipulation and neglect of others. What an opportunity to preach to the world of that which is true and that which is false. What an opportunity to tell those who "look down on the church" of the GOD in three Persons - the TRINITY in whom Jaunita does not believe in. "Silver and Gold have I none, but such I have I give unto you." A gift more valuable that the million dollars spent on Jaunita's wedding and all their assets combined. I'm quite sure that Jaunita and Weeks have has so much prayers lifted up for them by these false believers. This is not going to cut it. The true believer's resposnse is to use prayer and the Spirit of God within him to tell them they are lost and lead them to true salvation, and to share the Gospel to those who wuold ridicule the church of their need for Christ in their lives and not to follow false teachers like Weeks and Bynum.

jaunita,
My prayers goes out for the both of you.

I hate o slu foot how did you'll let him slip through the cracks in your lives. This could have happen to any body. This is not the first and want be the last we all have to pray with out ceasting.

Love a friend

Judge not, that ye be not judged. Matthew 7:1

Do we by God's grace Know what this scripture really means?
From the KJV Study Bible: The Christian is not to judge hypocritically or self-righteously, as can be seen from the context (v.5) The same thought, is expressed in 23:13-39 ( cf. Rom 2:1). To obey Christ's commands in this chapter, we must first evaluate a person's character--whether he is a "dog" (v.6)or a false prophet (v.15) or whether his life shows fruit(v.16). Scripture repeatedly exhorts believers to evaluate carefully and choose between good and bad people and things (sexually immoral, 1 Cor 5:9; those who masquerade as angels of light, 2 Cor 11:14 dogs, Phil 3:2,false prophets, 1 John 4:1).The Christian is to "prove all things" (1 Thes 5:21)

I pray that God in Jesus Name will give us wisdom, and knowledge to understand what this scripture really means! We must be wise because we are living in the Last Days! Jesus is coming back. By God's Grace let us be ready! I say this for myself also!

TO: The Bible I read...I Corinthians 6:1-7

To the person that made the remarks concerning Corinthians 6:1-7, I believe this scripture refered to law suits (money related probably or frivolous non-sence) not charges of abuse. I've witnessed people getting advice from the church, including myself to resolve marriage issues. One particular incident a person was killed and should have took steps to alert authorities much earlier and filed charges instead. I too was almost killed years later after years of abuse by my ex-spouse and now divorced and feeling completely whole and happy and still loving God and his Son Jesus Christ. Is my life worth the price of an abusive spouse? No, Christ paid the ultimate price for me, but not to have someone to abuse me or take it from me. I don't think the church could have resolved all of Juanita and Weeks issues, for all I know they may have already sought church counseling like I did...

TO: The Bible I read...I Corinthians 6:1-7

To the person that made the remarks concerning Corinthians 6:1-7, I believe this scripture refered to law suits (money related probably or frivolous non-sence) not charges of abuse. I've witnessed people getting advice from the church, including myself to resolve marriage issues. One particular incident a person was killed and should have took steps to alert authorities much earlier and filed charges instead. I too was almost killed years later after years of abuse by my ex-spouse and now divorced and feeling completely whole and happy and still loving God and his Son Jesus Christ. Is my life worth the price of an abusive spouse? No, Christ paid the ultimate price for me, but not to have someone to abuse me or take it from me. I don't think the church could have resolved all of Juanita and Weeks issues, for all I know they may have already sought church counseling like I did... By the way, my spouse too was a Born Again Believer and probably still serving God in their own way.

The bottom line is that there is no justification for what the Bishop did. Period. There is no scripture that would justify or support these actions even if the perpetrator does wear the title "bishop." Yes it is true that as imperfect creators we all make mistakes and are subject to misjudgment. However, it also appears that this is not a one time or isolated incident. You can best believe that this has happened before; the only difference this time is that it went beyond "closed doors."

First, it is very unusual for a man who has never engaged in a previous domestic violence situation to suddenly elevate from anger to the level of viciousness that "Bishop" exhibited in one so-called isolated incidence of rage. Domestic violence is more characteristically introduced in phases. It typically begins with a push or a shove not an all out beat down. I do not buy it. Forgiveness and prayer is one thing, but deliberately turning a blind eye and a deaf ear to a potentially life threatening situation all under the guise of Jesus is just wrong; not to mention religiously irresponsible. Please! Give me a break.

You create the bigest straw man in the world talking about Bynum and Weeks before a judge. Readers go to

www.Bethelburnett.blogspot.com

for someone who is knowledgeable about the subject instead of absurdly critical of Christians in general.
The LAW was violated and Christians are commanded to be LAW abiding citizens with the exclusion of those laws being imposed to worship other Gods and against the standards that God has instructed us through his word. In this case the LAW was broken, he (Weeks) is subject to it. Juanita is well within her rights to press charges but it doesn't stop there. The church structure to which BOTH are accountable should also interviene. That's why it's good to have good and accountable leadership and churches.
So in my opinion the question and suggestions posed by Bill are false, unauthentic and alarmist. As I said go to

www.Bethelburnett.blogspot.com

for a biblical reposnse to this particular situation and events.

Creative placement and use of scripture does not automatically exonerate or excuse Bishop Weeks's actions. Nor does it rationalize the startling series of events that dishonored us all (Christians and Non-Christians alike). No matter how you look at it, it never should have happened. Scriptures are placed in the bible for the purpose of learning and establishing a better relationship with our heavenly father. They were never intended to defend behavior that dishonors and devalues. Let us not lose sight of the real issue. This is not a contest of who can quote and manipulate the most scriptures. This is about real people who obviously God's love and intervention. Along with our prayers and some serious counseling.

Pastors' wives are abused everday. The only reason we know about his one is the fact that they are famous. Fame can not fix character flaws and by no means does this act mean that they are not saved. It is ashamed that the church has a love/hate relationship with preachers. Pray for them and let it go. They are only human. People made them devine.

I am disgusted by some of the posts on this and other webpages, suggesting that Mr. Weeks should not have to answer in a court of law to what happened that night. Juanita Bynum, the bell hop who pulled him off of her and any other witnesses present would have been DEAD WRONG not to call the police and report what happened. He choked, kicked, and STOMPED her into the ground!! He also threatened to kill her!! What are we saying as Christians?? That because he is a church "leader" that he should not be reported?? Isn't that what happpened in the Catholic Church sex abuse cases?? If priests who were abusing children had been reported years ago, other kids could have been saved from them. If this man is not held accountable, who knows what will happen later, either to her, or his next woman (if he has another one after her). Juanita Bynum should not be expected to be silent in order to protect the "image" of the church. I have read that Mr. Weeks has been married before. Wonder what happened to that wife?? Abusers don't JUST START with this kind of attack. He has probably done this before and gotten away with it.

I am curious as to whether those who have submitted such judgemental remarks are without sin? Many of you are the same people who shout in church and curse your wives and husbands out at home,lead prayer ministries and watch pornography,preach in the pulpit and have lustful thoughts, steal, kill, and destroy (and it doesn't have to be physically; we can harm anothers spirit which is just as bad.) Everyone has their own faults. We may not like that they have profitted from their ministries, but it does not mean they are misleading. Before we cast judgment, we must examine ourselves. Are we completely effective Christians? Definitely not because when Christ comes back he is looking for a church without a spot or blemish. The fact that we are all still here says that we have a lot of work to do.

No matter what ANYONE on the outside says about this relationship, the fact of the matter is GOD'S word is ALWAYS right. No matter what!!! People are human, saved or not....people make mistakes,,,saved or not, and our job as christians is NOT to judge. The world does enough of that for us. People should look at us and see the difference, but we are more and more like the world. It's simple, READ YOUR WORD for yourself, and stop relying solely on what someone is telling us.. We need to simply pray for this couple and keep it moving... We are not to judge. period. and as for these people making money, why is it always that they are "taking" the money that they are making and becoming rich. Doesn't anyone realize that they are employed just like the rest of us. Just like anyone else who has a job that they are successful at, they make money. Sis. Bynum is an author as well and is paid for her sales just like anyone else. We make these people God's not them, we make the perfect, and when they fall, we are the first to cast stones. READ your bible, pray, and win sould to the kingdom. If you are busy doing that, then incidents like these wouldn't traumatize you so badly.....

OPINIONS ARE LIKE HEADS...EVERYBODY HAS ONE!! SO HERE'S MINE. WE WHO ARE A PART OF THE BODY OF CHRIST HAVE RESORTED TO ACTING LIKE THE PEOPLE OF THE WORLD. WE POINT FINGERS, CALL NAMES, JUDGE--- WE EVEN HAVE THE NERVE TO SAY WHAT GOD HAS OR HAS NOT DONE IN SOMEONES'S LIFE. WE LOOK IN GOD'S HOLY WORD TO FIND A SCRIPTURE TO TRY TO PROVE WHAT WE ARE SAYING IS THE TRUTH.
WE ARE READING ABOUT BISHOP AND PROPHETESS WEEKS AND SAYING "OH MY GOD!!! WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT THAT--". HMMMM!!! QUESTION? HOW MANY WOMEN AND MEN ARE SITTING IN OUR SANCTUARIES WEARING MASKS? SILENTLY SUFFERING BECAUSE OF BEING MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY ABUSED? ON THE OUTSIDE APPEARING AS IF THEY HAVE IT ALL TOGETHER BUT ON THE INSIDE A WAR IS GOING ON... WANTING TO CRY OUT TO THEIR BROTHER AND SISTERS TO PRAY WITH THEM.....
WAKE UP PEOPLE OF GOD AND RECOGNIZE!!! ANOTHER ONE OF SATAN'S DEVICES HAVE BEEN EXPOSED!!!! IT IS NOT TIME FOR TALK BUT ACTION...PRAY!!, PRAY!!, PRAY!!. PRAY FOR THE BODY OF CHRIST TO BECOME WHOLE. HOW CAN WE SAY TO THE WORLD THAT CHRIST IS THE ANSWER WHEN WE ARE SICK, WEAK AND IN NEED OF THE GREAT PHYSICIAN OURSELVES?
"2CHRONICLES 7:14 IF MY PEOPLE, WHICH ARE CALLED BY MY NAME, SHALL HUMBLE THEMSELVES, AND PRAY, AND SEEK MY FACE, AND TURN FROM THEIR WICKED WAYS, THEN WILL I HEAR FROM HEAVEN, AND WILL FORGIVE THEIR SIN, AND WILL HEAL THEIR LAND." KJV

Shame has not been brought to the church. Just because you are a Christian does not mean that your life will be perfect everyday. None of us were there when this situation took place. It is so easy for those of us looking in from the outside to begin to say negative things. Being attacked and beaten is something that noone should ever have to endure, but it does happen. And it does happen to those who are Christians. Noone is perfect and that is the reason that we have an Advocate in Jesus. What should be happening is that everyone should be praying instead of talking. If you don't have anything good to say, don't say anthing at all. Have any of you with negative opinions bother to contact Juanita Bynum to see how she is doing, have you prayed for her? We live in a society that seems to have lost all morals and everything is considered to be okay. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IS NEVER OKAY. CHRISTIAN OR NOT. There is no reason Juanita Bynum should feel ashamed. I can see women everywhere who will be helped by the testimony she will have. JUANITA BYNUM I LOVE YOU AND I WILL CONTINUALLY PRAY FOR YOU!

It amazes me the state of the church to ever be so concerned about how this Weeks/Bynum incident will leave a dark spot on Church. Despite the fact that in Christ's own words "the gates of hell will not prevail against her (the church)" and that one day "he's coming back for his bride", a bride without a spot or wrinkle. These are Christ's words about the body, yet you professing Christians whine in fear about "how this is going to look so bad for the church". People because of their sinful nature, will always ensue a dark spot on the church, not because of the church but because of their sinful hearts. People because of their depravity, crucified God when He absolutely did no wrong. I wonder about those who are so concerned about the blackened hearts of sinful people. Maybe your hearts are like theirs as you can only cry and whimper, instead of being strong and faithful to what God says about the body. We should have an answer for the world, strong enough to convince and convict them. But what do we do? We shutter about our image for fear that we can not evangelize to reach them. All because two idiots uses Christ's name in vain, covered with an anointing and spirituality that breed greed and a deceptive influence on thousands of people who prefer to listen to their lies rather than study to show themselves to be approved. What you see and what you get is what you become. BEWARE lest you become like them and emulate in similar ways your need for greed, selfish desires, manipulation and neglect of others. What an opportunity to preach to the world of that which is true and that which is false. What an opportunity to tell those who "look down on the church" of the GOD in three Persons - the TRINITY in whom Jaunita does not believe in. "Silver and Gold have I none, but such I have I give unto you." A gift more valuable that the million dollars spent on Jaunita's wedding and all their assets combined. I'm quite sure that Jaunita and Weeks have has so much prayers lifted up for them by these false believers. This is not going to cut it. The true believer's response is to use prayer and the Spirit of God within him to tell them they are lost and lead them to true salvation, and to share the Gospel to those who would ridicule the church of their need for Christ in their lives and not to follow false teachers like Weeks and Bynum.

Let's go back to Salvation 101. When I heard this on August 23 around 7:30 AM I immediately thought that the media was just going to eat this one up. But look at some of us "SAVED" individuals. If we "Christians" would continuously remind ourselves that we are a part of one body, Romans 12:5 (http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?book_id=52&chapter=12&verse=5&version=31&context=verse) and when a part of the body hurts all should hurt. This is definitely not a situation that Bishop and Juanita Weeks' past (events before this happen) should be bought the light. This is just another situation where we as people put others too high. We should look at the God in them and not the person when. Everyone here on earth is still in their flesh. Being in our flesh we are still prone to sin which was why God created a way (Jesus shedding blood) for us to be reconciled back to Him if we do sin. Which in turns means that Bishop and Juanita Weeks are still in their flesh (earthly bodies) just as we are and can sin just a we do every day, ROMANS 3:23 (http://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?book_id=52&chapter=3&verse=23&version=31&context=verse). Bishop Weeks sin was just noticed publicly. So what did you do yesterday or just with in the last hour or two you should have confessed and ask God forgiveness? Or what are you doing behind closed doors that you don't want your fellow Christian brothers and sisters to know about? (Something to think about isn't it?) Sin is sin. No gray area. Don't really now why but when someone on their caliber does something wrong the first thing we want to do is throw a stone or/and start gossiping and it is broad cast to the nations. "If any one of you is without sin, let him be the first to throw a stone... , John 6:7. It is my prayer that Bishop and Juanita Weeks reconcile and show the devil he will not prevail so he can shut up. And for our weak christians that are reading these that they aren't easily turned away from their faith becasue of some of the negative comments here and by what has happen. As for the more educated in the faith "Rams," lets check ourselves before we start to thowing stones. And no, I not defending what he did but Christ blood was sheaded for sin, wether he had an immorial thought or murdered someone. Let come together as one body and pray for their marriage and that they might be able to get to the root of what happen since they did stand before God and entered into a covenant relationship.

ditto, I agree 100%...my prayer is that they be reconciled...that would truly give the devil a black eye!

Sometimes we who have a work to do for the Lord can get so busy that we often forget to take time with each other. This can be positive if we see that while we are working for the Lord to judge ourselves so that he won't judge us. Everyone knows when we let God judge us. When a coflict arise stop and take care of it make sure it's over. Women in the ministry must realize that even though you are called to the work you still come under the scriptures of how one should conduct oneselve as a wife. Man has an obligation to his wife and being in the ministry doesn't mean to demand your rights as a man neither should the woman demand her rights. When you demand your way you are selfish because you are not thinking of the people you have already reach. Take a break get away and seek advice. Remember you are not in this for you, you are a vessel for the Lord to edify the body of Christ. It is important that you not forget that God does answer prayer and He is a rewarder to them that seek him. He can fix the problem. To say He can't is to deny His power. This is the result of a lot of resentment somewhere down the road that was not corrected and eventually erupted. When both people are in the ministry they should take time to include each other. Most men do not like the back seat. It takes a very special man to be like Joseph was in the Bible. Mary was out front and sometimes that is not popular in a man's world even those in the church. Women have to remember to lift him up and not keep him in the background. When you first learn his feeling about this nip it in the bud praise him lift him up. The good that can come out of this is Jaunita and her Husband need to seek Godly counseling and start their ministry for people in position who need to stop and take time with each other and how to include everything into the work of God and a marriage. How to include each other in the ministry.

The God juanita and weeks serve will let his will be done upon them, He is a God of justice. Thats my prayer

Just for the record, Juanita didn't file charges, it was the staff at the hospital. The same way you found the scriptures to defend your article you should have taken the time find one about judging others. I'm not in the business of pointing out right and wrong, but I know that I'm not perfect and yes I'm a Christian, but that does not mean that I don't face challenges.

It looks like satan has been deep in their relationship for some time as he tries to be in all of our lives. This couldn’t have just popped up in a beat down. I hope that they can reconnect if at all possible. Now every other person is talking about judging and how it shouldn’t be. I totally agree but this isn’t the same thing. Casting the first stone and the passage in Matt 7; if it’s read in context, he’s talking about individuals who are casting judgment while committing the same infractions. For example could Henry Lyons talk about Jim Baker??No.. How could he when he’s done the same thing. .if you notice Jesus called them hypocrites and used the different states of the same material (wood) to connect his point. Notice he didn’t compare wood pieces in the eye to a scrape on the knee. He connected a plank with a speck of saw dust (the same material), and in the end he stated once you are in order (pulling the plank out of your own eye) then you are equipped to teach or correct someone else. He didn’t say not to correct people, and if they are teaching marital conferences they should know better. I’m not being hateful imp being real.1Cr 5;12 states “What business is it of mine to judge those outside the church? Are you not to judge those inside? God will judge those outside. “Expel the wicked man from among you.”. so some of you who are basically lambs to the slaughter; should read the scriptures before you make such ignorant comments about judging. Yes some of these comments are mean spirited but not all of them, and some are justified. before someone says something about how people should be praying you should know that people are.even the people on this blog that are commenting,and I’ll leave you something else about judging MATT 7:15 Watch out for false prophets. They come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ferocious wolves. By their fruit you will recognize them (judging). Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? Likewise every good tree bears good fruit, but a bad tree bears bad fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire.
Gods will continues even if you or I don’t choose to be in it.

I'm a babe in christ, what I'm saying is every morning I enjoy watching juanita bynum on television. she always seems to say what I want to hear, but as i watch the show the more I became dissatisfied about her. One week she had her little nephew on the show,and i saw her snapped a time or two and i told my daughter it's something about this lady that's not right. then on a different day she got on television very irritated about the cameraman or the producer told her it was something she didn't say to the audience ,she also snapped and tried to be sarcastic about it , stating I've said it already but they said i didn't so i'm going to say it again.my thing is i'm a babe in christ and i have more control of my tongue than juanita bynum. i'm in no shape to judge anyone but i do know when a person don't have full control of their tongue especially a prophet like herself.it is what it is.mr thomas weeks seems like me and him are on the same page, which is we haven't been deliver from the negative sins we have been hiding for years.

What people must understand and never forget, Juanita and Thomas are HUMAN-first and TV evangelist second. In essence, WE all fall short and are NOT free of sin. GOD is infallible we are not! YES, that was a horrible mistake Thomas made! BUT! Forgiveness must be present, not ignorant, judgemental and anti-christ like comments. If you are truly a christian and/or have knowledge of the word of GOD then you know all we can do is PRAY for them, offer positive reinforcement and support! There is obviously pain, anger, flesh take-over and lack of communication existing in their marriage. So please allow these TWO PEOPLE THAT ARE THE CHILDREN OF GOD room to forgive themselves, each other and move-on. Wouldn't you want the same?

Sounds to me like Mrs. Juanita Bynum needs to re-read her own book --- No More Sheets --- When you take another woman's husband right out from under her nose (while posing as a counsellor), you reap what you sow...Sowing to the flesh, tends to reap corruption....Or has she become soooo pious that she thinks those sort of scriptures no longer apply to her.

I never understood how they wrote books about marriage and they just been married a few years at the time. But they knew all they had to do was put their picture on the cover and it will sell sell sell!! God is not please with all this money preaching, properity, money cometh to me sermons, We do not have church any more we have big bussiness now in the church. In all this, money can not heal the hurt the pain, but God can. We have to put God back in his right place. I pray for them both. Even though it looks like a mess God can still bless! No way, we have to keep God in our life no matter what happens.

This hurt me when I found out about what he did to Prophetess Bynum. She encouraged me even when I had lost faith in Men. It goes to show you that no matter who you are, people are still people and doesn't make you exempt from anything. This is something she will bounce back from, and that wasn't the first time he hit her, you can believe that. I think he changed after he found out just how powerful she is, and needed to feel like the more important one, man/pastor or not. He slipped up some where with God, which is how the Devil had time to work on him. She is fine, and no one knows what will happen from this, but watch, let everyone talk and use this as another excuse to not listen to God's word. She is a human being, she is not exempt from everyday trials just like the rest of us. But, she will bounce back, Will you!!!!!

Eunice, the hospital staff has no authority to file and charges, they can only report what has come the ER. How can the hospital know what happened to JB when they were not there? Bishop Weeks and Prophetess have been having "battles" from day one. This is just the one that came out. Yes, they are both good ministers that are normal people with daily problems (greater pressures and problems) than you or I. I too am a christian who has heard JB preach many, many, many times as well as Pastor Weeks. I do believe they love each other dearly but the truth is they BOTH have anger issues, his issue are obviously much greater than hers. For the record JB is one of the nicest, caring people you'll ever meet.
yes the people need to pray for them both BUT people in the church can quote all the scriptures in the world but the fact remains he is dead wrong and yes he did beat the hell out of her. Why did he lose the home in Duluth and get evicted, where is all the money, why do you need 4 churches all over the world?????? Maybe if he had focused on his problem and stop trying to be all over the world franchising churches to make $$, stop having teach me....... conferences when you KNEW you were seperated from your wife maybe just maybe things might be a little better. People... the devil has nothing to do with this. Wesley, go back to church on this Sund. and regardless of what your lawyers say YOU need to apologize to your congregation for the embaresment you've caused to God, your family, wife, and your congregants. Has anyone heard "I'm sorry ??? NO. Wesley you need to SIT, be submitted, humble, repentent, apologetic. Stay out of and off of a podium or pulpit and start all over the right way. Your world is crumbling. Start over and do it God's way and not the Trump way (money, money). It's ok to live in a $300,000 home (that you can affordnot a $1,000,000.00 you couldn't afford, and drive a regular car that you can afford and you DONT need a 10 million dollar church for the people to pay for while you drive a Mabach Mercedes and Bently's. Do it the Right way the next time. I pray for you as you are a good preacher of God's word.

Well, one thing I do know is that Wesley had better be glad that Juanita's sisters, Kathy and Janice were not on the scene the night this happened because he might have been in the morgue by now.

OK people lets start from the top.

1)This didn't just start overnight. He's been beating her...& from what I read, this isn't the first man that whooped her tail. She saw those same characteristics in him that she saw in the other abusive man but ignored the because he was a "man of God" (yeah right)& went on her first instincs & her hot-tail couldn't wait to bag him. If she really was a prophetess why didnt she remember that the bible says that "men will be claiming to know Jehovah but will actually be wolves in sheeps clothing?" He was a wolf, not a sheep. I cant judge the man but he aint right & she aint either.

2)Prophetess? Yeah right, if you ACTUALLY READ your bible, how many prophets actually LIVED like she did? With all the excessive prosperity & blatant spending? Look at the lives of John the Baptist - Prophet who wore animal skins, ate honey & locusts & lived in the woods. Elijah - A man who was sought to be killed & died out in the wilderness & not on an inhertitance of land with cattle & other livestock of which the rich had in those days as a signal of wealth. Then Moses, who lived in the wilderness 40 years with his people & who died without FINANCIAL PROSPERITY but was rich in spirituality...& yes hes was living as the son of a princess in egypt but when the lord called him he had to give all that up for a life of meekness. This names just a few instances of prophets lives. Then what prophet have you read about that stood on the mountain tops & declared THEMSELVES as such? She proclaimed herself a prophetess. Like Jesus told his apostles "dont be like the Pharasees & Pray out loud in the market square as to gain noteriety from men that you may gain glory for yourself." The bible also says be a faithful & DISCREET slave. She on the other hand along with her husband have been on stage under the bright lights of this ungodly system of media for the sake of the almighty dollar. How discreet is that?

3) If you keep living as a false prophet & keep using Jehovah, Jesus Christ & the Holy Ghost for vain purposes the Father will exact his revenge.

4) All you people out there listening to these idiots & not reading there bible I PRAY FOR YOU! Listen to her sermons...some of them make no sense what-so-ever...she talks in circles & speaks to confuse her listners so she can sell more CD's & tapes & t-shirts. Whatever happened to the preacher who had an outside job, ran the church & properly invested the tithes from the paritioners