Christian Tent Preachers | BALLS DEEP (Full Episode)

[@adriandurlej9266]

They picked the best guy to do this kind of documentary.

[@SaintSolitaire]

+Adrian Durlej he's got a lot of videos on vice.com. Just search Thomas Morton

[@maldon5298]

nooo!!!!

[@samwilliamson4614]

Fuckin' true M8

[@StanTheBland]

+Adrian Durlej yeah lol did you see him go to the hood lol

[@carter_1]

+Adrian Durlej -Ya he did it unbiasedly...and as awkwardly as he didn't fit in, well he kinda did!

[@DeathBlackWish]

This preacher is the kind of Christian I wish more people were like. He's such a caring and kind person who truly wants to do good for his god. I'm an atheist but I've always appreciated people like him. For my many years apart of the church I only met a handful of people as loving as that guy.

[@DeathBlackWish]

***** Well none of those things came up in the video so we don't know what his stances are. I'm not going to judge him by what he believes and just immediately say he's a homophobe. Just like I wouldn't want him to immediately assume I have no morals and kill babies in my free time.

[@kishascape]

A little too tent obsessed and can’t move on though. Should just have his own tabernacle building at this point.

[@quilter3]

I actually like this preacher, and I don't like many preachers of any faith. He recognizes that there are no perfect people and that all you can do is try.

[@lovely26sweetness]

kakqkwla

[@jweezyf0sheezy1]

+Paula Weber Yeah he's not trying to make you deepthroat his beliefs like I've seen some around my way.

[@10dan]

most christians I've met are like this. Especially in more rural areas of America. Quality peeps.

[@doricrazy]

+Paula Weber I want going to comment the exact same thing , I don't believe in god , but if you do why do you have to spend millions of dollars on a house you pray in, when you can use that money to help people in the name of your "faith".

[@quilter3]

Halldor Halldorsson That's precisely why I like this particular preacher, because he doesn't do that.

[@QueXLcior]

I was surprised. These people seem genuinely very loving towards each other.

[@VICE-TV]

On this episode, we explore what it means to be fiercely Christian in America and head to Hot Springs, Arkansas to experience the high-octane world of the Pentecostal tent revival. *Subscribe Now*: bit.ly/SUBSCRIBE-TO-VICELAND

[@MrHappyinmyhead]

+VICELAND I don't know what direction the future episodes will be going in, But have you considered following up on this with a visit to more modern Pentecostal churches? This here is clearly about 2 generations removed from any modern movement going on today. It'd be interesting to see the differences from old to new Pentecostalism

[@bobhearinger]

+VICELAND I like this guy Thomas Morton. He's cool.

[@shayneteriini2508]

+Janez The preacher is a very cool cat

[@Aleksandar_M]

+VICELAND As a Vice viewer since 2008 I find it saddening how tone def their programming has become. Subscriptions seems to have stagnated while the few quality programs that do get produced are sandwiched between uber-liberal, hipsters crap. Many of the programs remind of a terrible course I took in Uni where any deviation in thought from the professors was viewed with disdain and disrespect-which is kinda fucked when I look back to how Vice was founded on deviance. Oh and trying to charge me $2.49 to watch a fucking Vice episode that is up for FREE on the Vice website is the lowest, least classy and least correct form of business out there. VICE save yourself from all the unoriginal hipster losers and get some decent reporters and programming back! My advice is to quit hiring reporters based on how hip they look and instead focus on how deviant their perspectives and ideas are. Oh and disabling the comment section is for those who can't stomach reaction to their work. Tent Preachin however is some of that classic VICE we should feel lucky to be watching given that the majority of the content these days is self entitled garbage.

[@Mootalisk]

+VICELAND You still hold a special place in my heart but your not the same anymore. Come back to me old Vice. As a side note, Christians are crazy, ALL of them! lolol

[@kcoff]

Kudos for Thomas for being open and kind and really appreciating the experience that he wasn't a full believer in. That's good journalism.

[@UnCreativeBeliever]

You know what? These people give Christians a very good name. Awesome people! I wouldn't identify as a Christian, but this is so great to watch.

[@audrev6005]

As a former Pentecostal worship leader, this is the nicest documentary I've seen on Pentecostalism. I appreciate the humanity it shows. and the interviewer is really humble too. I think people observing Pentecostals can get easily distracted by the loudness and downright craziness of it all, but at the end of the day, these are people that are really excited about a hope they found. and that's really beautiful. can't wait to see more :)

[@sergiobernal1820]

+FUSION 182 not really. thought they would but they just pretty much brought you into their world in the nicest way possible.

[@Jacob32905]

+FUSION 182 It's hard to mock a bunch of people who treat each other and strangers with love and kindness? If Vice thought they were doing that then it def was a fail dude.

[@Jacob32905]

I think it's a person by person basis. I.m not going to lump together an entire worldview based on the the actions of some. Thee people treated each other and Thomas with respect and kindness. Good enough for me.

[@sergiobernal1820]

exactly. Thomas seemed pretty respectful of them as well. If there was any sort of mocking, I didn't see it.

[@johanneabelsen1644]

"Loudness and downright craziness? THAT'S an understatement." -Your friendly neighborhood Catholic person!😂❤

[@blahblahchachaable]

The moment at the cemetery, that was so real it was heartbreaking

[@Carsonchildersmusicnow]

I appreciate you guys being respectful while doing this documentary!

[@voightkampff7936]

I was raised pentacostal. I lost my faith/came to reason and now I'm on parole, early release for time served. ;) Still, I like this old preacher, and find him to be a very kindly human being. I very much liked this documentary a lot! I am pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed this. And I find Jenny Jo to be SO pretty. So SOOO pretty! I even like how she did her makeup. And I usually don't jive with that much makeup but her skin is so flawless! It's obvious she takes care of herself.

[@gut_spiller]

Respect to Thomas for gettin up there and doin that. Not many Vice reporters could.

[@vikagrindle]

This guy is hilarious. I love him. I love how VICE never needs to directly say anything or give a speech in order to pass a message... their approach is really effective.

[@shrapnelface5978]

Thomas seems like a quick witted smart guy, very impressed.

[@mrobusto1010]

+Shrap Nelface He's my favorite Vice reporter. His segments on Vice on HBO are great.

[@bigamsterdam9513]

The priest seems like a cool guy, and he makes alot of sense

[@wetsber]

I like how Thomas doesn't give his conclusion for us or demonizes the subculture he's studying, and leaves us to make our own conclusions and observations.

[@nickycoley1]

+Zion Webster agreed

[@emiliyork1922]

+Zion Webster yeah it makes this more compelling

[@RJ-jo5vo]

The "worst reenactment of Iwo Jima I've ever been in" line was not what I expected from this. But "gosh darn" was it funny.

[@VanessaSantos-dn4wo]

thank you for approaching this topic with respect. my father was a tent preacher and I had wonderful memories there...I loved this very much :) I appreciate it

[@SpokaneCannabisReview]

im not christian but this video still hit me with a powerful emotion. thanks for doing this and giving it your 100 percent honest efforts.

[@iiaaron487]

"There's a bus?"😂😂😂

[@thatinternetteen5616]

I read that as soon as he said it 😂

[@shayneteriini2508]

We better not miss it...

[@georgerickard5509]

The reason I watch things like this is to see Thomas Morton do manual labour, it's hilarious.

[@mrobusto1010]

+George Rickard Did you see him work on that watermelon farm in that Vice on HBO segment? Or train as the African equivalent of an MMA fighter? Watching Thomas do anything remotely physical is fantastic.

[@georgerickard5509]

Conspiracy Cat He did MMA? links pls

[@dseanmpo]

+George Rickard #i can relate xD

[@PrztDre]

+George Rickard his preach was cool

[@WilliamStollNJ]

Vice made a great decision in choosing a kind and tolerant host - he does a very good job at highlighting the good in these well-meaning people instead of focusing on their unconventional lifestyle. Kudos.

[@PeraltaProductionsPP]

Thomas is the Man! Great journalist overall, I'm glad he was accepted in the pentecostal church. Harvey really seemed to enjoy his presence.

[@TurrettiniPizza]

I am a Christian (Reformed Presbyterian) who thinks Pentecostalism is delusional. I would never step foot in a Pentecostal service.

[@illeterategames]

ok

[@starsareangels]

+Christ Gets All Glory A Christian who's also a bigot. Not surprising. In fact they tend to go hand in hand.

[@jacksonlefteye]

funny you mention that on this video...where they explicitly show how much the religious crowd has dwindled over the years, even somewhere as devout as the Ozarks if i were in your shoes, i probably wouldn't put up walls around myself, you Christians need all the support you can get right now

[@boatsnhoesshanghai]

+jacksonlefteye this was well put.

[@eric2ill4u]

These comments need to chill. You people gotta have some respect for other people. Even if you dont agree.

[@NN-DMT]

I was surprisingly touched by this. They seem like good people. You did great Thomas.

[@rpier8357]

That has to be the sweetest family ever.

[@hannesH3]

Expected crazy and angry, but they seem like genuinely nice and honest people!

[@Nwkoevaddofficial]

Thomas is the new Louis Theroux. Great piece Viceland.

[@camrnjurena]

Haven't been to church in years, but damn that was a good sermon Sir Thomas.

[@fullmetalchamploo]

these people seem really kind, just trying their best to figure out the meaning of life. not as crazy as I thought it would be

[@rsspartanz]

they really are.

[@rayfordcarpathia4015]

Thomas Morton is fearless. I hope to see more of him.

[@FalseRemedy]

The editing in this piece is excellent! Looking forward to the rest of the series.

[@SaintSolitaire]

+FalseRemedy that was my first thought after it was over. i hope this guy edits more Vice stuff

[@artemshimanski3618]

I'm an agnostic but I like this Harvey guy, he seems like he has a big heart. Thomas did a great job himself, I like how he was able to remain objective yet respectful to the community.

[@chloe1-2-3-4-5]

Can't wait for more of this, I am absolutely hooked. Also, Thomas is fantastically funny.

[@starcircle]

Hell yeah, VICE! That was awesome, insightful, and delightful! Thomas is such a great reporter. Looking forward to more of these!!

[@ironicname2]

I like that he's just the right amount of sarcastic.

[@catwomanandharley]

Even though we have differences, I can see that these are very sweet, kind people.

[@Elektrophil]

I am not much of a churchgoer. But i wanna speak out my blessings to the nice people in this documentary and espacially to thomas who did a great job on this one. best regards from austria

[@MattLadner]

Thomas is the most charismatic and at the same time indifferent character I have seen. Perfect for this kind of work. Glad balls deep is back.

[@Shewwler]

I love the deadpan mannerisms of the wonderful host! Entertaining and sincere....

[@Thornsworks]

I cannot wait for more! Thomas is an amazing character! Brilliant documentary guys! :)

[@bobbiglave3738]

What an amazingly sweet family. Praise the Lord. Thomas I hope through all your sarcasm and cynicism that you were touched and even if in just a small way you felt the Lords presence in your life.

[@Gorrash]

you mean Lord Satan?

[@bobbiglave3738]

+Guilherme Campolina Jesus loves you

[@bradfloyd8225]

What a nice people the reverend and his daughter seem to be!

[@TheMustardmullet]

Thomas is my spirit animal bruh

[@hassh64]

that meth piece was pretty funny

[@huey13player]

thomas isin't pretentious like most vice writers/reporters I really like him.

[@yyyyyyoutube]

This is honestly one of my new favorite tv shows. I would not watch this if it had a different host. Thomas with his dead pan personality is just perfect.

[@onionblaster5150]

+Dmoney4u it threw me off at first. it felt like an act, but that is genuinely his personality.

[@hklcrissun]

Been waiting for this for too long!

[@mrgeringer]

For me this video had a very positive effect. I am not religious. But this was just a nice man. Seemed like a good human being. And if they wont to get down to the floor and shake and what not, let them. The next generations are different anyways.

[@bryanherrera7928]

I feel like every generation has a group of weird ass people who do weird ass shit, but a lot of the time have good intentions

[@r3dfella]

Awesome! Can't wait to see more Balls Deep and more Thomas

[@yoshi6106]

These seem like some pretty good folks. I like that they were keeping it all positive. I don't think you see that a lot anymore.

[@thetrafficshop]

Different stuff, but what a good man that preacher is. Even if you're not a religious person, this is an inspiring thing to watch. Great episode Thomas.

[@ChrisBrown-ud3ng]

As a Pentecostal, I'll say that Thomas's 'preaching'' was great. He did great. I wonder what the outcome of this journey will be.

[@roseconsumption]

"Well, different middle names..." lol You're so awkward Thomas. Great first episode, more please!

[@Stormynknight]

Thomas the best employee at vice you make your dad proud!

[@hayimchloeify]

This was pretty cool. Glad to see people aren't always trying to portray Christianity as something full of hate. Thomas' sermon was really beautiful, actually. You have gained a subscriber!

[@tiptopkekniggagetrekt5762]

I might be an athiest and I think there methods are somewhat strange, but they do seem very compassionate and honest. As long as they aren't hurting anyway, more power to them.

[@Enfelis]

That was literally journalism perfection. Well done my man, well done.

[@kingofchickens123]

This is the nicest comment section i have ever seen on a religious video. thank god there are still sane people in this world

[@Fillup82]

I love that Thomas is basically Tina Belcher.

[@MundaneBacklot]

Harvey Purdue seems like a genuinely sweet and caring man. Thomas gave his usual A+ work. This was great.

[@monosynthluv]

7:00 "Maxwell Blade - Local Wizard" made me snort laugh. Thanks whoever is editing at Vice

[@conormccormick4524]

The most positivity i've ever seen on a vice vid comment section. Good vibes

[@chandler1452]

please forgive me if anyone thinks this is offensive, but the man with only %20 of this heart working is low key Darth Vader

[@hyphygoesglobal]

I've been waiting for this

[@paytonG-H]

I'm an atheist-agnostic (personally atheist but won't say I know there isn't a god because I don't want to sound arrogant, but almost certain there isn't) but I find it very interesting to see how humans have such a strong desire to be wanted or have a purpose. That's what religion is, humans needing a purpose other than expanding the human race like all other animals. There are thousands of religions and each person part of that religion thinks, for the most part that theirs is the 'true' religion.. But it's only true to them.. They choose what they want to be true and it gives them a sense of purpose or that someone needs them. The only thing about religion is it almost always tries to hold back science and other social issues. Let's all remember, without science most of you wouldn't be alive, also thank the 93% of scientists who are atheist.

[@FlameNM]

Thanks for stating the obvious ! Keep up the great work.

[@FlameNM]

you speak as if you went into deep thought. Hahaa

[@paytonG-H]

Kurious Flame What is the point of replying to my comment and trying to make fun of me? I was just stating I find it interesting how humans have a desire to be wanted.. What's wrong with that? Also, it kind of is deep, not everything thinks about it that way.. But thanks anyways bud.

[@TheRealSandorClegane]

+Rob Bruce shut up nut job

[@caiak9071]

"93% of scientists are atheists" is inaccurate. That was published in a magazine article 18 years ago (it was 72% atheist and 21% agnostic) and more recent surveys show that approx 51% of scientists believe in God or some 'higher power' while 41% are atheists. Not trying to start an argument or prove a point for or against atheism I respect everyone's opinion but I just wanted to show more accurate facts.

[@TheJulebrusHorror]

I really enjoyed this, that preacher was a nice down to earth guy in many ways. And Thomas was the perfect man for this.

[@KTROUBLE360]

"I've been shot, I've been cut, I've drowned twice. you see that brown Cadillac Escalade there? God gave it to me" LMFAO! @15:08

[@University_of_Shawn_Ryan]

dude was dead for half a minute, and was out putting up that tent in the heat. bamf

[@allbrandnova]

Man, I want to be known in a Vice video as a "Local Wizard". Goals

[@brianrobertson3246]

This is most excellent, Vice

[@adamenglish1873]

VICE has hit the sweet spot of reporting once again.

[@BadLactose]

16:38 The look on the hired hand's face: 'How did I get myself into this bucket of crazy'?

[@americansniper1641]

His like wtf is this sir...

[@marlenereyes9446]

+American Sniper rifle in

[@calebdyer9425]

Thomas preaching... this is downright hilarious!

[@iiiparadoxiiiify]

I thought his speech/preaching was good. Pretty awesome of him to open up like that.

[@WitikoAmor]

16:37 LOL guy looks up like "please help"... I got teared up though when they were by the mother's grave.

[@askers_]

This was a very well done episode. Its really cool that Thomas really went with the flow in order to report on this. Religion is a very interesting topic, but it can be extremely boring too. Vice did a great job documenting this sect and an they did it in a surprisingly objective light.

[@msliz2773]

nothing but great videos back to back to back

[@mr.jasman6738]

I think Thomas seems better to be a comedian than a journalist, always smiling anytime i sees his video

[@beckersownlittleplanet2433]

I love the new channel!

[@brettschip]

"You've been holding that...I don't know what things are." - haha, this is why I enjoy this channel.

[@simonsweehouse]

This was... sensitive? I liked these people, and appreciated the thoughtful kindness and complete lack of mockery. Thanks.

[@ShariBerry]

"I'm glad somebody put a coat on her to keep her warm." 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂I am literally dying right now!

[@thewoodardgroup]

im very proud of your courage.....thx brother

[@JohnDoe-hr8gb]

Thomas is one of my favorite reporters at Vice

[@JJ-xz2re]

I really appreciate what you do Thomas I hope you enjoyed this experience and I loved brother Harvey God bless I really enjoyed thanks Thomas

[@007Decky]

Thomas has demonstrated an admirable degree of professionalism without swearing in front of these people! PRAISE JESUS! LOL

[@mrplummer1988]

very proud of Thomas for giving this a genuine chance even if he didnt believe

[@jweezyf0sheezy1]

+Michael Plummer Yeah newfound respect for him. He is slightly biased but threw himself in it for that sermon.

[@BoujieeeBee]

Thomas is the best. His sermon was even great.

[@silverking00]

@ 5:13 thru 6:00 is all you need to know to Be A Christian. No matter what anyone else says forgiveness is there for the asking. Thank You Jesus !!!! We are all sinners. Be good to each other !!!!

[@timlaberge6135]

"I'm a little bit worried for any faith that would have me as a preacher." ...But seriously, Thomas, your real talk sermon is what all faith communities need to hear. They don't need egotistic, legalistic, fear-mongers, and they don't need spazzy attention whores with show-off-y productions. A great community (whether it's faith-based or not) needs and utilities the knowledge, experience, and perspectives of each of its individuals. Props for your take on this.

[@DJacksonII]

Brother Harvey seems like such a sweet soul.

[@illdrumatik391]

My dad was a Pentecostal Christian, but was also a Catholic and a Mormon and at some point a Jehovas witness. Evidently, I was dragged into each of those religions growing up...I was 21 when he reformed too Pentecostal Christianity... And I must say I am not religious nor do I share the same beliefs as Christian's. But I will say, Pentecostals are some of the most sincere heart warming optimistic religious people out of the whole bunch. Also not very pushy and and overall good people. Not all Christians are crazy and intolerable.

[@lawerencefishburn4738]

I AM LOVING VICELAND

[@gonzalezzz23]

Best! Thing! Everrr!!! Can´t wait for more!

[@76sagi]

welcome back, Baby Balls. Oh how I've missed you.

[@MousZon]

The kid at 22:26 has a Manchester United t-shirt! That's awesome! Also Thomas gave a nice speech and the whole episode was very heartwarming even though I'm not even a Christian...

[@taterress]

This was well done and I think it's important to investigate. Tom was really respectful and did his best when put on the spot. I respect that and I thought his sermon was thoughtful.

[@mereliseantekeier7290]

this series is fantastic

[@LiftHard_LoveAll]

Why are people hating. Live and Let Live! If it makes them moral and happy then why are people so harsh. I'm not a Christian but you haters sound just jealous them can find sooo much joy from something that is not material.

[@LiftHard_LoveAll]

They**

[@sierrasabin3415]

This is so strange. I'm glad it's being talked about