Dante Bowe Talks Leaving Maverick City Music & Leaked Inappropriate Photo

GRAMMY®-winning artist Dante Bowe joins our episode titled, “Not As It Seems.” The former Maverick City Music star opens up about leaving the group and venturing into R&B. Plus, he also treats the #TamFam to a special performance of his song “Wind Me Up” off his self-titled album.
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[@Orlandowinters]

Here’s a couple things to point out… 1. Why is it that Christianity is the only place where the excuse of human nature runs stronger than the conviction/repentance of sin? We are now always so quick to throw around “we are human” or “we all make mistakes” yes this is true, but accountability is key. 2. Christian’s don’t have expectations for others based on our own desires, our expectations come from Gods word and what He has instructed us to do. 3. One doesn’t have to be a pastor in order to be set apart for ministry. As in, ministry through song. The idea is that you have been blessed and called to reach and teach people through music, therefore, through your platform and daily walk, it is vital that you uphold the standards that God has set before you. 4. There is nothing confusing about God nor His word. The simple fact that this gentleman claims that he comes off as confusing to other people is a problem within itself. We are to be leaders of our faith. Leaders aren’t confused about the work that’s needed to be done. People recognize a leader. 5. Christians also do not take their faith seriously anymore. This world has manipulated us into believing we can be of, and in this world, and still see the kingdom of heaven. The Bible is clear that we can not serve two masters. I speak for myself when I say this, we do NOT have time for confusion and disobedience. “For if my people who are called by My name shall humble themselves, seek my face, turn from their wicked ways, then will I heal the land”. 6. Pray ceaselessly for all Christian’s struggling with their faith. Pray ceaselessly for those searching for an answer to their life.

[@jodielee2310]

So so true. Thank you for your reply. I am so tired of these artists using worship music to get their career going and then it's like bye Jesus! Gonna do my own thing now!!!

[@busietshangela1399]

Bad decision choice Dante…😮😢 at times I wish you artists could listen to your own lyrics and repent, the path you are choosing is a dangerous one, I pray you see that sooner rather than later.

[@hisdaughter5700]

Well said!!!! 💯💯

[@vanessarichardson9649]

Question do you only eat..shop or vote on/in Christian establishments...?!? Have you never cheated on your diet?!? The reality is we ALL have/will falling short of the Glory of GOD, & if we aren't lovingly correcting each other. Then we are judging & that Too is a sin. Sometimes we are so holy that we are no earthly good. I pray this is rightly received 🙏🏽

[@callmemrsdlamini]

Whooooo 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨

[@czb7395]

He’s not a minister? 😢 if you’re singing the gospel you’re ministering to people, so yes you’re a minister….

[@TiffyAlwaysBlissy]

That is false. At church we were not calling praise leaders “minister”. Y’all need to be realistic. 🙄🙄🙄

[@markthomas3089]

That’s the problem. You talking about TITLES. To minister is to serve So he is absolutely a “minister “ and has a responsibility to be doubly aware of his actions since he has been blessed with the fame that goes along with that responsibility. At same time he a not perfect and should be given the same grace. I love Dante’s ministry

[@seritawilkins1058]

Exactly.

[@ogechi1170]

He said he's not a minister, that he's "a cool person".Thank God he's now following his passion of just secular,I saw a video with nude ladies, I didn't judge just felt sad how the devil works overtime.

[@Christian900]

I agree , The question was you’re not a minister, I guess she meant Are you a minister Now, of course he would say no

[@latoyawhittingham9306]

Christianity is a relationship with Christ not a religion. One who is a Christian should point souls to the cross not away from the cross just saying

[@grammyslim5766]

Say your say! You are correct!!!

[@trenaceyjordan2373]

Say that!

[@IgniteYourFlame788]

I couldn’t have said it any better

[@yeslia2010Godis]

@latoyawhittingham Yes Mam!! A true and beautiful statement!! We must let our lights shine in this dark World....

[@maryckeroelfse7065]

Eyoh guys..i know God can turn everything(every mistake/wrong judgment) around for their good!

[@jpblessed123]

Even Dante knows you cannot serve two masters. He is such an effective weapon to the Kingdom of darkness that I am afraid that this is the spirit of perversion. The devil will lose anyhow. God will raise another or raise Dante once again. I love you brother and I am praying for you.

[@StellaLoveJesus]

Amen

[@doreenbrown8592]

Amen. Now that what I am talking about😊😊😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤. We are suppose to pray for one another. Not criticisms.

[@effyakinyi5987]

This is a pure form of love🙌

[@joannjoseph8406]

You cannot serve two masters come out from among them and touch not the unclean things and God will receive you unto Himself. Anything that does not bring glory to God is sin.

[@terranceburgess9170]

Amen

[@lilybrown3585]

As I listened to this interview my heart breaks for Dante Bowe and 2 scriptures come to mind: There is a way that seems right to man but it is the way of death & Broad is the road that leads to destruction and many find it, but narrow is the road to eternal life and few there be that find it. Dante's embracing of worldly views (changing his formerly held beliefs) is not good. I will continue to pray for him. God loves him and so do I.

[@dalebrown2296]

Agree

[@sandriashaw9154]

Agree!

[@tyeishaleisure]

Agree

[@ebenezergabriel5055]

Thing is Dante is just a regular guy that is gifted he needs to hear from God and learn that which God has told him to do with his life, its obvious that his version of Christianity does not emphasise on God's will or leading of the Holy Spirit, we shouldn't be too quick to judge people based on what we expect of them rather find ways to open them up to the guidance and help of the Holy Spirit

[@illumination_0109]

Agreed but the fact that Dante still loves Jesus and proclaims God’s freedom is good. We forgot King David was extremely flawed but was still the man after God’s heart. Do not mistake religion for relationship, it is scary and thin line as tipping into religion could easily make us miss the point of our relationship with God

[@vernettamelvin556]

Let's not encourage Bro Dante to go off the cliff nor shall we push him. But let us pray for him that the enemy will not destroy him while he is clearly straddling the fence. Pray that he will respond to the call to make HIS path straight! Friendship with the world is enmity with GOD! Bro Dante is in a dangerous zone!

[@kbrown8506]

Don’t let the world suck you in Dante. Don’t be fooled. You cannot serve God and the world. Satan is fooling you. Remember God loves the sinner,but he hates the sin. Please remember whose you are and who He is. You belong to God and not Satan. I love you, I love your singing Please don’t throw your future away. God bless you.

[@doreenbrown8592]

AMen He is. He is playing his soul.

[@reginamills47]

As Christians we all make mistakes correct . That’s what repentance is for. But we also must raise up a standard. There is no in between. Cold or hot, we can’t be Luke warm. We are going to either give God 💯 or nothing. You can’t serve two Gods. Two choices you can’t have both. Music is not just Music!!!

[@rogerhasler1417]

yeah, totally agree

[@yeslia2010Godis]

@reginamills Absolutely Agree!!! The Bible tells us to listen to music that Glorifies God!!! This man is gifted but gifts don't save you, he's halt between to opinions.. I pray that he will repent and serve Jesus whole heartedly...

[@reginamills47]

@@yeslia2010Godis absolutely 🙏🏼🙏🏼, we all need to pray for him as we pray for each other. Definitely not the time to be playing around time is short. People are sleep

[@tanyaradzwadzuda4674]

I completely agree with your view.

[@2oubleD]

Music is not just music at all. Trust me I used to listen to so many different genres that planted things in mind that I’m still fighting even now. One day GOD spoke to me and told me to stop listening to them and get rid of them. I had to reject all those “love songs” sung by people who don’t know love because if you don’t know God, you don’t know love. I had demons enter me through music including a popular “Christian” artist’s music. I know this because during my deliverance we prayed and asked God for revelation and I had a vision of how the demon entered and their names. Thanks be to God I have been delivered but I’m guarding my ear gate and my eye gate. We have to have discernment and be careful of the things we let minister to us. Whether music, movies or other forms of entertainment.

[@thearborbarber]

It’s easy for me to sit here and dissect this man’s faith, and I would say he is in dangerous territory with his faith. But if I were honest, and I was in the lime light like he is, and people saw the music I dance too. I’m sure people would consider me on a rocky path as a believer, and I’m not, I just love music. Dante is young guy, and being tempted to have a very successful life in the music industry which comes with lots of other temptations. I love the guys voice and know that he’ll be back. The story of the prodigal is meant for us, don’t be the other brother in the story. Just know the Father never stopped waiting for his son to return with open arms.

[@Kristina_Peterson]

Wow I love how you put it...the story of the prodigal son is for us, don't be the other brother in the story just know the Father never stopped waiting for us to return👏👏👏👏love you!

[@themartialartway]

Well said.

[@Ayomikun_Kolawole]

Perfectly said❤

[@wshorm2793]

No such thing as I just love music

[@thearborbarber]

what do you mean?@@wshorm2793

[@TheMbudzeni]

He is not being judged and he knows that. The Bible even says "Whoever turns a sinner from the error of his way will save his soul from death and cover over a multitude of sins."

[@yeslia2010Godis]

You better Preach !! That's the word of God!!

[@vanessaseahlodi43]

Was it an error though?

[@vanessaseahlodi43]

look at his top already I can hear my Mom along with the other christians..already dissaproving🤣🤣..so really....IF am not convicted by the Holy Spirit or I honestly didnt know AND he uses (lays it on someone elses heart to correct me).....then let me be. Unless if he were in a stripper domain then yah🤣😂🤣😂😅

[@pluffshangazi8487]

He isnt , and he doesnt get that...as he said in the interview he has always loved RnB and so he feels free now.the question is free from what? wasnt he free in Christ? i dont think he sees the gravity of his actions and i dont think he knows he is a minister, ministering to people in song as he sings the gospel. May the Lord take away all that confusion in him and enable him to be set apart only for Christ.

[@TheMbudzeni]

At the end of the day just like salvation, it all comes down to a personal choice and no one can force you. It could be that he is not even saved and he was just singing gospel because of the talent (many artists to that) @@pluffshangazi8487

[@ladytinag4276]

Religious people have no clue but spiritual people completely understand.

[@khosiethabekhulu3497]

What do you understand?

[@ladytinag4276]

@@khosiethabekhulu3497 I understand what I need to. How about you?

[@Momofukudoodoowindu]

​@@khosiethabekhulu3497 that we are watching his testimony and sanctification right now. This guy will trip and fall as we all do because we are in the fallen flesh living in a fallen world. He has opened his soul to the secular. But he will he back. His foundation is in Christ. God will reconstruct in the spirit what Danté deconstructs in the flesh. Give it time. Maturity does not come over night.

[@ruth9217]

Tell us what you understand 😅

[@pluffshangazi8487]

well said!!!

[@mede6195]

We all fall short, but his eagerness to see Lil NasX, made me sad. That boy hates God and Donte was anticipating his show? To watch what? Devil worship? That was a disappointment

[@bernycedevaughn4654]

For me as well... so sad 😞

[@iraanderson66]

And demons are transferable. We should have no part in it. We need to focus on God's Will, not our own.

[@Standingupstrong993]

You can't have it both ways and be lukewarm. Either love the world or love God. PERIOD!

[@carolwilson9488]

Totally agreeing to that, either Christ or the world. We are not condemning anyone, what you do condemned you

[@caren_99]

💯

[@traceyjames4681]

That's not whatthe scripture means.

[@carolwilson9488]

@@traceyjames4681 Hi, Tracey. You can't say, " that's not what the scripture means," and doesn't explain. The Bible clearly states that one cannot love God and the world at the same time, you're gonna love one and neglect the other. Go to 1John 2:15-17, it's not possible to say that you're a child of the King and your lifestyle doesn't reflect that. One is, "Luke warm" and an hypocrite, living double standard life. The Bible say's He will spit you out of His mouth, because you are,"luke warm," and that kind of water is distasteful; the Lord says He would prefer if you are HOT or COLD, so that others will clearly know what you are about. When one is especially a public figure you of to make sure that you're not living contrary to the word of the Lord. To all who are viewing this, just letting you know that the CREATOR GOD IS REAL, and deserving of all glory, honor and praise. The Scripture say's, "be he holy for I AM Holy," when we say that we are christian and live like the world does, that's a dishonor to our God Most Holy and noble name. No one's perfect, you make a mistake, repent and go back to where you were, continual sinning shows that the heart is unconverted. My friend, it's TWO WAY, the way of the Lord or the way of the world. PERIOD!!!!

[@janetm7693]

Weeeh, usher I heaven you shall be

[@Maranatha371]

Dante you were my favorite from Maverick city. I love love the song ‘take me back’ it always makes me cry every time I hear it. You sang that song from the heart …. I can tell. My prayer for you is that you go back to your first love!!! I know you might be hurt right now and everything you are doing could be a screw y’all but I think you are losing your self in the process and the one you love and loved you. You are in my prayers!! Love you brother

[@dianneellis8866]

Somebody needed to say this outright.

[@dianneellis8866]

To whom much is given, much is required. That means, we’re responsible for our actions in the public, Luke 12:48. When we are called to serve in the Kingdom of God, we’re likely to be scrutinized more so than those who are not! Having said that, yes GOD loves all of us, but He said in 2 Corinthians 6:17; “Therefore, come out from amongst them and be separate; touch no unclean thing, and I will welcome you.” GOD is saying to you Dante Bowe and others who are thinking and even encouraging you to think that you’re on the right path, and that your lifestyle is right, but it is not right. Clean and dirty water cannot run through the same pipeline. You have wandered away from the fold. I know you’ve been hurt and you’re thinking that you’re within your rights to become whomever, but son, there’s time for you to repent, and turn back to GOD; if you have not done so as yet. He’s waiting and praying for your safe return. Many of us in the Kingdom are praying for you, I am one of them. I am not judging you, because “all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God.” Romans 3:23. But we cannot remain in a stagnated position and expect things to change in favor of you. You have got to show others that you’re a change man also. No one hates you, they just hates what you’ve become, they’re the ones who have cheered for you for so long, so now they’re feeling disappointed of not been able to do so, because they believed in you, and they can see that you’re NOT in the right place at this time. Return to your first love, by actually acting it out, not just saying it from your mouth and not really walking it out. God bless you Dante, I’ll be praying for the eyes of your understanding to be opened and be restored. We love love you and is hoping for the best for you.

[@jamesmorgan1967]

He's smiling, seems relaxed and centered, and says he feels a sense of freedom and self worth. Maybe you have a problem with his new life, but honestly, who cares? He sounds pretty happy to me.

[@Maranatha371]

@@jamesmorgan1967 you said it yourself “who cares?” I do !! I do care for his life and salvation and I would hate to see him go the wrong path which so many have done before him. His smile will not deceive me or anyone who has the spirit of God in them and we have the word of God that’s teach us what is right from wrong. If you are a true believer you don’t mix with the world. Eventho we live in this world, we are not of this world and as the Bible says the love of the world will cast out the love of Christ. So ya I will fight for his salvation in prayer because I care for this brother and want to see him again in his God ordained destiny worshipping and serving the lord.

[@Maranatha371]

@@dianneellis8866 yes true !!!!

[@eli-stringz8656]

You’re not a minister right? No.. That part got me.. nothing more to say

[@phalabowles7942]

He proudly claims to be a “public figure” not a worship leader, it speaks for itself.

[@QueenZsWorld]

he's not a pastor / bishop, I think that's what he meant

[@solomonadebayo9411]

I think he means he’s not a Pastor etc

[@lonagwegwe]

Thank you Tamron for giving him a platform, people forget that Dante is young, he is highly anointed but it don’t mean he won’t make mistakes. Instead of rejecting him, show him GRACE

[@tyeishaleisure]

We have to uphold God’s standards. Dante didn’t make the mistakes. Everything he’s been doing has been deliberate as he has claimed that everything he’s doing is in the name of God and Jesus Christ despite these things not glorifying God or Christ. He knows what he’s doing is wrong, but chooses to do it anyway and think it’s mad when he gets called out for it and then refuses to keep responsibility for his actions and behavior. His age or being younger not excuses or justification. That inappropriate photo was not a mistake. He has posted tons of similar content since that photo.

[@Momofukudoodoowindu]

​​@@tyeishaleisure you are 100% right. We do everything in our free will. Let us recognize that God will, even still, turn this for His glory... this is his testimony in the making. Give it a couple years. He will get caught up in the drugs & hookup scene maybe; he will be caught up in consumerism and materialism maybe - but he is rooted in Christ. At his lowest, Christ will reconstruct what Danté attempted to deconstruct. And then Danté will enter repentance, turn away from the secular, and return home to the father. Humans are messy. Thank God for his patience and mercy of time. One day Danté will possess the ears to hear, but the maturity of the faith to hear now is not present. He will look back and be given that supernatural comprehension by our Lord when this particular process is complete.

[@AlexisSustento]

Darling read the book of revelation about the seven last churches. Grace is an empowerment to overcome sin not a license to sin. Let’s stop viewing correction as rejection. We all need to be teachable

[@believegb3691]

Did you actually listened to what he said????? 🤦🤦🤦

[@Roller324]

Ummmm no! A mistake is dropping a bowl of cereal or forgetting to at my alarm for work.

[@jameslovesjesus2033]

Pride comes before the fall 😢

[@juanitawarren2565]

That part!💯

[@ogomoditseomphile760]

Sadly so

[@trishwere141]

You don't have to he a minister.. you are born again a representative of Christ in all that you do.. leaving your old life and embracing the new one in Christ. If you love Jesus, you will do what makes him happy.

[@ledominiquelasha1816]

Come on sis. He was 22 when entering the music industry.

[@raejae5491]

The power of God is not limit by age nor weaker than any temptations in the industry/world. ​@@ledominiquelasha1816

[@CourageofFaithLLC]

We gone pray for you Brother Dante!!!

[@aishaumar5393]

Everyone is a minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ if you believe in him, so whatever platform we find ourself we are to promote Christ

[@s.montgomery2714]

This man is anointed and human. People are throwing stones and they are not without sin.

[@yvonnedelories4780]

SAY IT LOUDLY! I LOVE Dante like family!! All have sin! I can't judge him or anyone else it's because I don't have a heaven or hell to place them in! And let's be clear: we have no idea what any other singer, movie star, performers life is like off stage so don't get tied up into believing that everyone is living a holy and righteous life. It's best to focus on JESUS and your own business ... Check yourself!! I heard an old Pastor say years ago: when you point your finger at another person you have four fingers pointing back at YOU! Remember that!! God bless you Dante!! Keep going!!

[@carolynlilly3822]

Why? Do folks judge everyone & everything. No one, but God is perfect & no one but God will judge all of us. Judge less, love more ❤️

[@loganlaughs3468]

Then he just posted on Instagram yesterday saying he’s making the transition and no longer gospel artist 🤣🤣🤔

[@patriciaperkins2533]

Read your Bible, Be ye separate and come out from among them, we are in this world but not of the world, the Word of God is the Stone

[@jobenjamin9978]

SAY THAT, SAY THAT!

[@jeanjeang8914]

I feel he's sincere...not one is perfect...prayers his test becomes a testimony of the undying love of our creator and grace...God sees our heart and if all could see us behind closed doors. Prayers for godly counsel.

[@sabsfugee]

You can't serve two masters...😢

[@noretalewis8358]

I agree. He's tripping

[@SMfashionDiva]

The way christians are now days. I understand! Why people just look at us with so disgust. But who ever is watching or reading these comments. Jesus Loves You!!!

[@iamsharondawebb9393]

Wait....does he still say he's a Christian????....😂🤣

[@BriaBarrows]

Yeah the judgment is definitely getting worst. This world truly lacks love. It’s sad

[@iamsharondawebb9393]

Agreed - & Christians (especially many entertainers/ musicians) generally behave no differently than non-believers....so much so until anything goes for folks who don't know. Thats incredibly dangerous. It truly is sad.

[@jenniferj.8750]

❤❤❤🤗🤗🤗

[@Lijah578]

We pray for him! He is not Anointed; just as most "christian artist". People often mistake being Anointed for being gifted. He is very gifted. To be Anointed means you have died to your flesh (denying self) to the point that God entrust you to carry His Power and Presence to heal and destroy strongholds. Which is very rare today.

[@RyanColeEmpowerment]

"you're not a minister right?"...."no..." hmmm. a worship leader who doesn't consider himself a minister. Or a christian at that. I love Dante and the gift on his life is evident. He needs to stregnthen his theological foundation though along w/ other things.

[@Trevonk12]

You know exactly what she meant and what HE meant. In the context that she was speaking- she was asking if he was an ordained minister hence why she was wondering why he received hatred for dancing to “popular music”.

[@Faircafe98]

@@Trevonk12Exactly! Most of these singers haven’t been ordained. Leave him alone

[@kelliannerjordan]

And he EXPLICITLY said he's a Christian!

[@raejae5491]

🤔She could've also meant exactly what she said without added interpretations. "You're not a *minister right?" The thing is, ordained or not, Jesus hold all his believers to the same standard. The biblical principles are for all, not just for those man ordains through formality. @@Trevonk12

[@ludyoluoko9702]

I'm sad for him😢

[@msfoster2468]

I love Dante Bowe❤I will always support him🙏🏽we ALL make mistakes & deserve redemption 🙏🏽

[@dedoshagagne830]

NONE OF US "DESERVE" REDEMPTION... WE ALL DESERVE HELL... BUT THANK OUR GOD FOR SENDING JESUS CHRIST TO DIE IN OUR PLACE SO THAT WE MIGHT HAVE A CHANCE AT ETERNAL LIFE WITH HIM❤

[@GB-el7wl]

We don't deserve redemption.......but it was gods mercy he loved us.......and we should be grateful to the lord for giving us that......❤

[@sarahbowers8626]

Amen. We all make mistakes

[@NappyRootzz]

Grace is not deserve. If it was, it would not be Grace.

[@dvillegas6541]

He's not looking for redemption.

[@rettarolling9898]

Many say...."God still loves me". But how are we loving God? Yes we have free will to live our own lives and not be judge...but if you say...I believe in Christ and I love Him the Bible is clear on that relationship and how we become representatives, witnesses of Christ for the glory of God, not self. There is a standard of living according to God's word and HOLY Spirit, not man's standard....God has a standard. When we study His word, we learn the standard Christ tells Peter to RAISE UP. Yes we have some harsh backlash from other believers out there but it does not change that as believers we are called to be set apart. Because many Christians mix with the world, many laugh and call us weak because we poorly represent the standard and love of Christ. There is a righteous judgment we as believers are supposed to have, in love for our fellow brothers and sisters. Sadly, many choose the BROAD way that leds to destruction, instead of the NARROW path in Christ. And no, this is not me judging or saying im perfect but it is a highlight on....people want to recieve the love of God and give Him little to no love or representation of Holy living. The same way Israel kept leaving God for everything and everybody else, is the same way many Christians are today and yes it's sad. If you are a believer...represent what it means to Love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind, soul and strength....and stop just saying, God still loves me💔

[@khosiethabekhulu3497]

You have blessed me with what you said about us loving God. This has been in my heart lately.

[@WOG-ue9mt]

Very well said and all biblical. Romans 12:1-2 ... i beseech you therefore brethren that you present your bodies as living sacrifaces holy and acceptablr on to God which ia your reasonable service. And be not conformed to the world. But be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind... People will say we are religious for posting this scripture and saying what you said. Such a shame

[@janealjames8701]

This is so well said. Thank you for sharing this!! 🙏🏾❤️❤️

[@quintinaabbott8432]

I pray he doesn’t start slipping into the world, It truly is a slippery slope and we as believers must be careful, I pray he acknowledged the Lord on what to right and sing because it’s getting into the area of compromising. Lord you lead him if he’s headed the wrong way. 🙏🏾

[@DoublEdgeSpirit]

God speed Dante Love your art and gifts!! Will be supporting forever my man!!

[@SHARON4441]

HE’S HUMAN!! FORGIVE!!LET IT GOOOO!! FORGIVE!!

[@Natreeshasinger]

With influence comes responsibility. He just needs to pick a team. If he wants to sing secular do it and do it only. He will see.

[@icandytv4169]

New fan here, I love the transparency. “Christians” be the most judgmental and we ALL fall short everyday. No ones relationship with God is exactly the same. 🤷🏾‍♂️❤️✨

[@ebonylynn1779]

That is a generalization that is completely untrue! All people are judgmental and have biases. Christians are expected to be robotic, good, and are not granted the same grace and forgiveness by the world that the world demands from those that follow Christianity.

[@sherriwilliams6975]

🎉

[@Mizzlibrarian83]

This is an excuse that too many people use to stay in mess

[@raejae5491]

The beautiful thing about God is that he gives us strength so we won't keep falling to the same temptation. True believers in God and scripture know that it's imperative to educate, remind, and encourage all, especially those like Dante. What you see as judgement is actually called correction. It's what our parents, teachers and friends do when they see us doing something wrong or dangerous. That's love.

[@raejae5491]

Yes. We will mess up but we are not supposed continue to nor purposely fall short. God forgives sin. He does not excuse sin. Romans 6:1-2 6 What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? 2 Certainly not! How shall we who died to sin live any longer in it?

[@erikamacias1445]

When you have a calling on your life like Dante it’s up to you IF you will follow the Lord full heartedly. Mistakes will happen it’s all about growing in the places we fail and are immature in . Repentance is turning from your selfish ways and moving forward with a surrendered heart to the Lord .. I’m sad that he’s step away from his calling. Praying for Dante for sure

[@Henrydonald1]

Thank you Lord Jesus for the gift of life and blessings to me and my family $14,120.47 weekly profit Our lord Jesus have lifted up my Life!!!🙏❤️❤️

[@user-qq9xh9mv6l]

I'm 37 and have been looking for ways to be successful, please how??

[@Henrydonald1]

Sure, the investment-advisor that guides me is..

[@Henrydonald1]

Mrs Lee Wallace Stacey

[@user-to3hn7uj9z]

😱Sounds familiar, I have heard her name on several occasions.. and both her success stories in the wall Street journal!

[@user-eq8cj8lo9j]

Wow wow please is there any way to reach there services, I work 3 jobs and trying to pay off my students loan for a while now!! Please help me

[@tradinginfora]

Love Dante Bowe. I am praying for him.

[@dominicspies5328]

Dante people will have something to say but luckily for you God knows your heart and he knows who you are.. You have been an inspiration to me when I listen to you praise God i can hear that you love him.. Just always place our Father first.. I am praying for you and your wife.. Lets worship God together always.. Gods got you...

[@pickingupthepiecesofme]

TThank you for your work with Maverick City. It has taken me through some dark times. Eternally grateful. May God bless you brother.

[@joannlaney1237]

We all has fallen down but we all get back up again. By God Grace he love us all. Men/Women want let u forget the sin u made but God forgive us all. Sending prayers & healing Dante Bowe way we all human. 🙏🏻🫶

[@bucksbabyboy]

I really relate to his story. God Bless you Dante. Continue to shed your light to the world bro!

[@unapologeticallyromel7096]

Dante is a good singer and I enjoyed this interview

[@ericaminott8228]

I love Dante Bowe so much congrats to you and god is good all the time. CONTINUED TO SERVE GOD .God bless you tremendously..

[@chinazoucheaga4825]

He doesn't know who he is in Christ yet. And only God can reveal that to him. This is not about the people looking up to him. This is about his personal relationship with God. If he is making popular music and nothing feels off or missing, then he probably didn't know God on a personal level. But God knows how to get him back.

[@bettymofokeng3404]

Congratulations Dante for winning I love your music

[@Victorbala07]

Dante Bowe, you are a minister of the gospel regardless of what you think because your music ushers people into God’s presence & many experience miracles. This are trying moments but I’ll keep praying for you great Minister of the Most High ❤❤❤

[@anap.117]

I agree with you but also remember that no one but Jesus ushers people into God’s presence. The veil was torn when Jesus died. Jesus is the one to made this possible. But I do agree with everything else you stated.

[@Christian900]

I agree He is a minister

[@littlemel1617]

Yeah you could tell he wanted to answer yes at that question actually

[@patriciaortiz4542]

Love your music, Dante. I'll be praying for you.

[@VictoriaCashwealth]

Do not abuse the love of God! Just because your girl is madly in love with you and always will be doesn't mean you have to go about cheating on her with another woman. Be faithful to the Lord your God❤

[@Introduction08]

“Don’t abuse the love of God!” ❤🙏🏾

[@vuksgitau]

I don't judge him for that but I do have to ask why do so many people like taking photos of themselves in compromising situations or when they are nude, it can get into the wrong hands? Also I have no expectations of gospel artists just continue singing that good music.

[@user-ct1zm3rg4v]

Love my bro Dante you the goat stay blessed man 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@ShervyseSmiles]

Love his artistry and look forward to hearing his new music. ❤

[@yvonnedelories4780]

He's such a beautiful young man! God bless you Dante! I love you much!

[@sss1660]

2 Corinthians 6:17 Therefore “Come out from among them and be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch what is unclean, and I will receive you.” 2 Corinthians 6:17 Therefore “Come out from among them and be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch what is unclean, and I will receive you.”The apostle Paul referred to Isaiah 52:11 to help make his point that Christians are called out of the world and are to be separate-sanctified-set apart. We must live in the world, but we are not to be of the world (John 17:14-18). Yes we fall we make mistakes but it is how you got back up.. my ? did you and maverick ask each other for forgiveness.

[@Fedderz]

🥱🥱🥱🥱🥱🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄 HEARSAY

[@grammyslim5766]

Amen!! the word of God gives us basic instruction before leaving earth (B.I.B.L.E.). I am so glad someone here is using the word of God to call Dante'. Yes, we love him, however, those who are in Christ should not be unequally yoke, in this case yoking into secular music for greater fame? I remember Charles Jenkins told TBN hosts that he was leaving his church, shortly after, I watched him portraying a priest on Chicago P.D. There's no fame in serving Jesus, I guess, but, I beg to differ. I want to hear well done! That's the fame I'm interested in. I pray he has a change of heart.

[@jfaithofficial1108]

Funny how so many christians think singing gospel music means you are a minister... Singing is just a talent.. i can sing secular or Gospel .. it's just singing.. thank God he knew he isn't a minister.

[@zivhumbazima8555]

I love Dante ❤️His just like most of us…struggling

[@Addicted2myhusband]

❤❤❤ . God is love, and I'm also glad he was held accountable. ♥️

[@sarahbowers8626]

Love Dante!! Each and every one of us makes mistakes, no one is perfect.

[@tyeishaleisure]

Yes, we make mistakes and no no one is perfect. However, Dante didn’t make a mistake. Everything he’s done has been 100% intentional and while no one is perfect if you call yourself a Christian, you are to strive to live life according to God standards. Dante is not doing that based on that leaked photo and based on all the other photos and videos, he has posted to his Instagram which was once public, but now is private. If Dante wants to serve the world, then he needs to stop calling himself a Christian. If he wants to serve God, then he needs to truly repent and make some serious changes. His current lifestyle is sinful and not something that God approves of based on his holy word.

[@yvonnewillis9413]

I love this young man so much i could be is grsndmother but fell in love with him the first time i saw mavrick city it broke my hesrt when i hear things about him love you DB

[@josephmensah4514]

I love you my guy and will always love you no matter what happens because we are all not perfect...my most admire person ❤❤❤

[@JessicaRoyal007]

Dante Bowe is Human like any one of us. Forever Loved and Valued as a Son of God. Forever a FAN! God doesn't want us to be BOXED in............sometimes it can be so hard to be ourselves because people are so quick to judge. Be Yourself, Stay Bless and Stay true!

[@jameiliajones4942]

But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his. Romans 8:9 For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are sons of God. Romans 8:14 Now the works of the flesh are manifest, which are these; Adultery, fornication, uncleanness, lasciviousness, 20 Idolatry, witchcraft, hatred, variance, emulations, wrath, strife, seditions, heresies, 21 Envyings, murders, drunkenness, revellings, and such like: of the which I tell you before, as I have also told you in time past, that they which do such things shall not inherit the kingdom of God. Galatians 5:19-21

[@raejae5491]

Romans 6:1-2 6 What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? 2 Certainly not! How shall we who died to sin live any longer in it?

[@raejae5491]

Romans 6:12-14 12 Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body, that you should obey it in its lusts. 13 And do not present your members as [d]instruments of unrighteousness to sin, but present yourselves to God as being alive from the dead, and your members as instruments of righteousness to God. 14 For sin shall not have dominion over you, for you are not under law but under grace.

[@mayracruz5174]

We are so quick to judge, how about we pray for this brother the father will always receive anyone with open arms no matter what we have done as long as we truly repent. We can fool the world but, never GOD amen 🙏

[@aloniagalassi267]

Thank you for giving Dante the opportunity share his side of his story!...love his heart, humility, love for Jesus! I love his voice and all the worship music he has been a part of! Religious people are so judgmental & hurtful!

[@bananka4905]

I am struggling as it is and for men like him to fool people makes me lean towards christ more than ever. Wolves in sheeps clothing out there people

[@Christian900]

Dante is young at heart, he still has faith in Christ, let him go through his experiences and learn he’ll return back

[@w.batiak461]

Yees well spoken! As we pray for him to return soon before Jesus comes back. But am worried about Mathew 12:45😢😢😢

[@keein73550]

I LOVE DANTE!!!! AND WILL BE PRAYING FOR HIM!!!

[@jjj0026]

I applaud him for stepping outside the Christian industry. The. Using scene in that industry now is nothing but a scripted pep rally to jump up and down songs and slow music where you put your hands in the air and give the ugly crying face on que. He’s being more effective with his community service work and secular industries in music and fashion

[@user-ev6zc8cp7j]

Love how he handled this👌🏾

[@thelmagrace6948]

He's not a minister, but he's ministering. We should be mindful of what we present to the world.

[@Godwill161]

How do you accidentally leak a half naked pic?! That’s everyone’s go to. I saw the pic, the man’s pen was out! You don’t have to be a Christian to know you shouldn’t leak a photo. 🙄

[@famikiasavage]

He probably clicked the wrong pic! It happens

[@thando_t1723]

Amen

[@Godwill161]

@@famikiasavage Again, That’s everyone’s go to. I upload pictures on social media all the time .Even if it’s a mistake you can still catch it before you press upload. I can see that happening on text message, but not social media. The man was carnally lead that day and he’s too prideful to admitted. It’s obvious that’s why he’s signing secular music now. I am not judging. I get it but I also know keep justifying and making excusing will keep him bound in sin. His peers aren’t making up lies on this man. They said he’s been acting like that . That’s why he was removed from the band. I hope our brother find his way back home.

[@famikiasavage]

@@Godwill161 Maybe it wasn’t a mistake, but we can move on from it!

[@catherinegrace2366]

That’s really bizarre. I personally don’t buy the mistake portion of his retelling. If he’s “flashing” himself on social media? That’s a huge problem. I just saw an FBI profiler talk about how dangerous a “flasher” really is.

[@Auntemem]

There are mistakes. Then there are actions like this. I hope he stops making excuses and starts owning his stuff. Give it a couple of years, he will be exposed for other stuff. Unless there is a true heart shift.

[@Godschild9108]

Exactly! Excuse after excuse.

[@jaziforeman824]

I didnt hear excuses. I heard him state who and where he was in his life. If more people would be honest with their mindset change can come. This gives me direction on how to pray for this young man

[@guerline685]

Amen said again they want frame

[@jameiliajones4942]

out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaketh. it is that which comes out of a man that defiles him. our every action is as a result of our hearts. everything we thing everything we say everything we do comes from our hearts. therefore if we do evil, it is time to examine our hearts and seek the Lord.

[@tyeishaleisure]

@@victorianorris3237 as usual, this versus being used out of context. That versus referring to someone committing the same sin that they are calling someone else out for. We are called to judge righteously, and the Bible says that judgment starts in the house of God. There is a way that seems right to a man, but it leads to death proverbs 14:12. The Bible also says you shall know them by their fruit. Dante’s fruit is rotten and does not align with the Christian walk.

[@tamiweinert1007]

Love him and lift him up. Our prayers for him matter. Our judgement on the other hand....Dante, you are a beautiful man of God. I pray that each decision would be filtered through the One who loves you most. My prayer for myself and all who I love.

[@annebusieney9645]

Amen!! He loves you and accepts you… that is all that matters 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@joannnesbitt0554]

As Christians we can become so self righteous, so unforgiving, so grace-less.....Let him who is WITHOU SIN cast the first stone!

[@Refreshworship23]

There's is casting stones and there's correction and rebuke Even Paul corrected and rebuked saints in the Bible and it was for their good. Yes nobody is perfect, we can acknowledge that without watering down the standards God expects of us

[@vanessak.2353]

Nope, completely compromised. The Lord said if you are lukewarm, He will spit you out. I'm praying for him, sincerely.

[@throughfaithandgrace2970]

That’s right

[@lucytrish2122]

How is he lukewarm?

[@Godschild9108]

Absolutely!!

[@trenaceyjordan2373]

Amen!

[@jackiegillyard758]

Your statement is the reason so many young and old people turn away from the church. Just judgmental in everything and never giving grace to anyone. God gives the ability to choose knowing that we won't always make the right choice. He stands by us regardless and covers us no matter what. This man is following his path in life not yours or mines, so our approval or disapproval means nothing.

[@foodandwinefromhoneyblonde8346]

Love love Dante music anointed

[@prophetessdoreenogwayo9452]

Wonderful having him on the show

[@ndarealzonewitme2955]

God loves us but that doesn't mean he endorses everything we do and say. It's my choice to listen to his music from Maverick city because Iam most blessed by it. I use it in our worship services at church because it speaks to real places but I'm not a fan if the new wave shift but I have no negative judgment against him God is our ultimate Judge and that's what matters most. Everything we do as claimed Christ like people is suppose to reflect the character of Christ

[@Anony584]

"God loves us but that doesn't mean he endorses everything we do and say." This part is true. To be honest, we are to separate from the ungodly actions of Christians until they repent. Mr. Bowe is showing no signs of repentance and we should avoid playing his music; he is influenced by the kingdom of darkness/Satan

[@khosiethabekhulu3497]

​@Anony584 He is not sorry at all. We all struggle with sin. However, we repent and turn away from it.

[@delightfully1loved]

Keep speaking the blessings of God over this young man’s life. The world will try to destroy his so he needs his Christian family to lift him up in prayer so that God may be glorified through him. It’s hard enough explaining my struggles to a small group for fear of judgement but here he is having to explain to the whole world.

[@wellcord]

Jenni and P love you from New Mexico. We think you are Great! Much Love!

[@melodypickens5721]

We can't compromise especially when you've walked in a place of intimacy....... He does call us out of the world ❣️. Prayers for you ❣️

[@mede6195]

This is horrible. This will mislead many.

[@famikiasavage]

How? And at what point will people start having a relationship with God for themselves?

[@yeni_daughterOfGod]

@@famikiasavagebecause you can’t serve two gods.

[@famikiasavage]

@@yeni_daughterOfGod serve two God’s how? God is the one the knows his heart.

[@yeni_daughterOfGod]

@@famikiasavage we were created to worship and praise only God. Singing to world is not giving God the glory.

[@TiffyAlwaysBlissy]

Y’all want people to ONE thing only.

[@bree_thecreator]

Love Dante and I'm praying for him. I give grace to his path because I was on the same one until I came to the true revelation that when you are called by God, you are also called to a deeper level of separation from things that don't glorify his name. I'm all for sharing life experiences, but it should always point back to Jesus. There's a great anointing on his life and I believe the enemy is using the worldly concept of what "freedom" is to push forth this duality when it comes to the christians walk. There is no duality. There is no grey area. You either live a life according to his word or you don't. You can't serve two masters. I believe Dante will get it right, and I'm hopeful of this.

[@midagapictures1889]

He is the best❤

[@chereemcarn8464]

Dante bowed is a human and the same grace we want we have to give.

[@moniquewrites9046]

No, Dante is a saint. That’s the point.

[@jacquelynharris3364]

Love you Dante

[@thatomofolo452]

❤❤❤💫

[@biancarenee]

These comments are speaking as if people are perfect. I commend him for being honest & showing his truth not a-lot of people can say that. Most importantly I pray everyone lives in their truth unapologetically.

[@raejae5491]

Most of these comments are speaking as if people are reminding others not to believe that God excuses sin; nd repentance is for all. It is good that Dante revealed what's in his heart so that true believers can know what sins he's struggling with, leading them to pray. True believers will intercede spiritual for Dante because there's a spiritual attack on Dante, leading him away from God. All need to know scriptures so they won't think someone following their flesh and passion is the will of God.

[@raejae5491]

I pray that everyone lives in God's truth unapologetically.

[@giseleewango3048]

Go back to your first love please, you break my heart i no longer have the feeling of listening to song😢 i pray God to take you back to where you started with him.

[@shellyflava9799]

I pray for you love. We do make mistakes. I dont like the questions Tamron asked. Donte you are a minister of the gospel, what you do is ministering to people. Donte we truly love you and the gift God has placed within you. I as so disappointed 😢though that after the moment away i don't see the sincerety in you setting the record straight. Be bless i know God will do the work.

[@bms0294]

Tamron is clueless 🙄 Unfortunately Dante has been deceived and has fallen away. I pray that he finds his way back to God wholeheartedly because the youth need more young Godly examples.

[@christreveleenvous8905]

The real problem is that it's all about fans and artists, not fellows and worshippers. Choose your path well and then assume the consequences.

[@reginasalami5931]

Can't find that sparkle of light in his eyes 💔. Doesn't seem excited about the future.... And seems his struggling to be honest even in darkness. I hope he gets better 🎶🎵

[@savedlibra]

Dante B is anointed that will never be taken away from him. All the people in here can say what they want about him God will always use him even when he doesn’t know it. Church folks need to be careful how they “correct” younger folks because it will determine how they choose to move forward with their walk.

[@flourishorji6681]

There are elders in the church for a reason

[@Lynn-V11]

Well King Saul’s anointing was taken away from him when he turned away from God…. Anointing can be taken away 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@hillaryd.t.gillings8567]

And this is the thing, they come out and say that Christendom did not give them a chance, you got chances. Don't blame us, blame yourself and the move that YOU made and then you want someone to pity you? You spread your bed, you lie in it.

[@phalabowles7942]

Exactly! Man up!!!

[@tyeishaleisure]

Thank you! Exactly! He was given many chances more than he deserved to be honest and now he wants us to pity him when he actively making the choice to turn to the world. Nope sorry don’t work like that. He made his bed, and now he has to lie in it. He only has himself to blame.

[@karenmorgan8900]

Be yourself God still loves you… Im still going to be a fan regardless… But you still holding back 😂 Show them how you really dance❤❤You got this🙌🏾👊🏾✊🏾🤲🏾

[@loupapier3350]

The thing is we are to be set apart and not of the world. R&B is definitely of the world...

[@thatomofolo452]

Dante Bowe 🤸🤸🤸♥️💫

[@7xvibe]

“Let the one without sin cast the first stone “

[@tyeishaleisure]

Out of context as usual. This verse is referring to someone committing the same sin that they are trying to call someone else out for. That verse is not so you do judge at all. We are called to use discernment and judge righteously.

[@phalabowles7942]

@@tyeishaleisureas usual

[@carolwilson9488]

No one's casting stone at Dante. To point out the wrong in the brethren, it's not to condemn him...but to correct the person pointing him back to the right path. SIN is SIN!!!! You don't toy with sin. Look at the greats of the Bible, their flaws were pointed out, there were no cover up of great men who walked with the Lord. If I AM going down the wrong path, and my friend or the brethren watching me dishonoring the Lord and hurting myself, and say nothing to correct me, sorry, they are just my feel good friends, hypocrites. The Bible say's, if you correct a wise person he will love, but if you correct a fool he will hate you. Some of you are talking about love, "I love you Dante," you don't know what love is; love is not to spoil people and cover up their sin- if you really love someone, you will point out their wrong in love. Peace and love to you all♥️🙏

[@audreyjackson6057]

I Love You Dante Bowe ❗✝️☮️🛐✡️🕎❤️❤️❤️📖🌈 Congratulations on the Dove Award ❗💖💖💖love your Gospel side ✝️🙏🏿🙏❤️

[@SHETHRIVESCHRONICLES-ig7bf]

God Bless and keep Dante, Lord let him see you and only you

[@Accountable_living_pod]

He loves you most importantly! ❤

[@janinetucker8056]

God has expectations... God has standards!!!! ✨

[@mumbichisanga8273]

Dante is only human...we all make mistakes..this man has a great voice...

[@travelwithsouthernchick5112]

At least he is real and he took responsibility for his actions!!!!

[@aprealtor2000]

Yes Dante. You ARE a minister!! Or maybe I should say you were a minister. Praying for you