Every Pastor needs to hear this...

Eric Metaxas shares a vital message for Pastors from his recent book LETTER TO THE AMERICAN CHURCH at the TPUSA Faith Pastor Summit in May 2023. To learn more about the book, click here: ericmetaxas.com/books/letter-...

[@brianboisguilbert6985]

If protecting children from being sexualized is considered “attacking” a certain community, then that community needs to be attacked.

[@violetmullikin1725]

Absolutely agreed!

[@stuartmenziesfarrant]

100%

[@susancarpenter3671]

Amen!

[@wks7696]

Yes, hence the Batman symbols behind Eric

[@gradyphillips5722]

I truly believe what you are saying is right on ! As a Pastor I cannot remain silent even to the point of sounding political ,

[@raysantiago3750]

Being a Christian is not a popularity contest. Your there to share the love of the truth of God's ❤ heart. To a dying world in a hour glass ⏳ and time is running out! 👑✝️🛐❤️

[@gladysvogel9442]

This IS EXACTLY WHAT THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST SHOULD HAVE BBEEN PREACHING ABOUT FOR AT LEAST 20 YEARS, BY NOW! 2 CHRONICLES 7 :14 🙏 THANKS, ERIC FOR BEING COURAGEOUS AND OBEDIENT TO GOD AND HIS WORD!! MARANATHA❤

[@chrismaguire3667]

Amen! And in the UK, as well!!

[@junecleaver493]

Eric Metaxas is one of the Esther's of our time. God raised him up. Becket Cook is another. Thank you God for your Holy Spirit who brought them to Truth.

[@truthbtold2596]

What does that mean that he is one of the Ester's of our time?

[@chrismaguire3667]

@Truth B Told, how can you have such a nom-de-plume, yet ask such a question?? Esther, and you should read the book which is in the Old Testament, was someone, a *real* woman, who was taken out of slavery and eventually became the Queen of the Medo-Persian Empire. But even she could not come to the King unbidden, or she would face death. But she did (no spoilers here)! She spoke TRUTH to Power. Eric Metaxis is one who is doing the *same!* Thus, he displays the 'Esther spirit'.

[@truthbtold2596]

​@@chrismaguire3667 I know the book of Esther. I have only seen this guy in this video. Isn't it better I ask for the correlation than assume?

[@loriforges6304]

Junecleaver? I guess

[@shirleygear5784]

You are spot on, Eric. My grandparents came from Germany in 1907 to America...they saw the pending doom of WW1 which came years later, but the groundwork was being set. Love how you explain it all❤

[@dragonslayer7587]

Eric Metaxas is speaking TRUTH. He's talking about pastors, but it's the responsibility of every Christ Follower to speak up loudly AGAINST the Evil being perpetrated on this Country, and thereby the world.

[@MTknitter22]

Yes @Dragon Slayer, but the absence of PASTORS is an emergency and I am so thankful God had Eric awaken the nation’s ministers. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🙌🏻🙌🏻💪💪

[@chrismaguire3667]

One so-called 'pastor' died in NY recently, so that's one less woke one in the world. I hope his eyes are open to the Truth, now. The problem is about what he left behind...

[@dragonslayer7587]

@@chrismaguire3667 They do tremendous damage to those who are searching for the Lord, but find lies... I personally love the sinner, but Righteously hate the sin... God warned those in authority within the body, NOT to Preach a false Gospel... They are held accountable for those they've led to Hell... This would scare me enough NEVER to do it!

[@dawnricherson2604]

@@Seraphina-ElihuAny pastor teaching that which is antithetical to the teachings of Christ is not a follower of the Jesus of the Bible. And that goes for anyone who says they are a “Christian” but promotes evil. Anyone who aligns with the secular culture is not a follower of Jesus. Jesus said the secular world would hate those who love and follow him because they hates him first. Strong word: hate!

[@jpascua3824]

The pastors have the visible platform to call out the evil occurring in our communities and our country. We left our previous home church after the senior pastor openly stated during the riots of 2020 that he will not speak om politics and current events.

[@malu19571]

I am reading your book “Letter to the American Church” every Christian should read this book! Thank you Sir for standing firm and taking action 🙏🏼

[@bernhardbauer5301]

A letter should be a letter and A book should be a book. Now I see that this guy is mixing it up. He writes a book and calls it a letter. A Christian should know Christ! Not a book. Christ alone can help out of the current American mess. Not Eric and his book.

[@rebeccachambers419]

@@bernhardbauer5301 but it is up to each Christian to hold each other accountable for what we are doing. So whether you call his book a book or a letter, he is holding the Christian church accountable.

[@bernhardbauer5301]

@@rebeccachambers419 Yes. You are right. Each individual is accountable. You and I we are accountable.. 2 Corinthians 5:14: For the love of Christ constrains us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead. Fact is for most, including book authors, the love of money constrains them.

[@Yeshuailove]

This is the best message I’ve heard! It really cuts through the cobwebs blanketing our culture and often our minds.

[@TheUkulelegal]

"Fight until He tells you it's over!" Good one Eric!!!!

[@thedynamicsolo4232]

I miss your Humor Victoria. I hope that our Lord is blessing you and your Husband and family with good health and blessings.

[@donnylastella9441]

I say that to people who are concerned about over population. Until God tells us not to be fruitful and multiply then we need not worry about having children, to me it's the more the merrier, praise and Glory to the God of all creation and who image we bear‼️❤️🎁🙏🎯🙌🎵🎶🤟

[@furion..]

They got it wrong, it's 1x1x1=1

[@bernhardbauer5301]

@@JESUS.is.Coming.Soon. Luke 16:8: And the lord commended the unjust steward, because he had done wisely: for the children of this world are in their generation wiser than the children of light. 1 = 1 1+1 = 2 1+1+1 = 3 Sorry, but most "christians" lack reading skills. Most "christians" lack logic skills. Nearly all "christians" do not know the Gospel and they do not know CHRIST.

[@bernhardbauer5301]

@@JESUS.is.Coming.Soon. Please accept it: 1 + 1 = 2 Man + Woman = 2 Persons. These two persons become one flesh, not one person. Nothing more to say.

[@desertflower13]

I read Bonhoeffer, and it lit a fire in me to live for Jesus even more. I love Jesus so much, but knowing the evils we are up against and will be up against in the future, gives me a renewed sense of standing strong for what’s coming.

[@fernandogamboa2623]

Revelation of the compromising church . Thank you Lord,for raising up your voice . Eric , God is with you.

[@bethbender5443]

The silence of the Church has made is now the ignored! Like he said..."we've muzzled ourselves." Pastors need to preach the Word unapologetically and stand up for the truth of God's Word! It has the answers this dying world needs!

[@christinemccloskey7429]

Eric Metaxas hits the nail on the head every time.

[@dianacroy4579]

So true of what is happening now in our own country. We must turn back to God. Truth is truth and,he is speaking the truth. Obey God first!!!

[@lmorter7867]

Every single Pastor needs to read this book. Every Christian should read it!!

[@chrismaguire3667]

And the Book of Esther!

[@pamblackley2771]

AMEN!!!!❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@bernhardbauer5301]

This book? Which book? Do you mean the bible? Christianity is used to make money by many theolgians, pastors and others to make money. In the $$$ they trust. ... supposing godliness is a way of gain ...

[@lmorter7867]

@@bernhardbauer5301 Eric Metaxas is an author. He makes his living writing. He isn't a pastor. Of course everyone should read and study the scriptures above all else. If you haven't read the bible read it first. If you are not a Christ follower you need to be. Then read this book. It is extremely relevant to what is happening today in the world. It is a call for the church to wake up so that we don't have a repeat of Nazi Germany only on steroids.

[@bernhardbauer5301]

@@lmorter7867 He makes his living by writing books. Fine. That doesn't mean I have to make his living by bying his books. The bible is a very fine book. It is inspired and gives usefull exortations. Is Eric Metaxas the solution? No, I fear he is part of the problem. No, I will not wast my time reading his new book. Eric Metaxas shows himself. A Christian should show Christ.

[@MTknitter22]

It is a great book to give to your pastor as a gift. 🙏🏻🙏🏻. Thank you to the Pastors who invited Eric! They get it!!

[@rebeccacampbell8020]

Yes, it would be nice if the pastors in America would stand up, but, if they don’t, we (individuals) should. We must be willing to stand alone now. We must not wait for others to join.

[@bernhardbauer5301]

American pastors expose one another. Who is right? Perhaps both. Who is wrong? Both! Who preaches Christ? Nobody. Who preaches the Gospel? Nobody. They do not even know the Gospel. They do not know Christ. If you stop giving money to the "church" they will disapear.

[@robbiewagnon5376]

This is a powerful & succinct message. I hope people share as I am. I hope people recognize how courageous Eric is in his truth telling. We must be spiritually awake & aware to stand. When we are in front of God for our review, will He say well done, or simply, Well?

[@suzannecochrane9928]

Thank you Eric, have read, learned, & been so blessed by your books. Keep the faith as you encourage us, churches, & pastors to stand strong & be available for what our Amazing God has for each of us. Maranatha 🙏

[@EncountersWithGod]

He that hath ears to hear !

[@tenagiannino4400]

I love this guy he hit the nail on the head. I speak about loosing our country all the time and most democrats I know try to shut me down because they don’t want to hear it.

[@donnylastella9441]

Love this. Telling people the truth may hurt but it can save their souls. We just can't be , oh God just wants us to love all people He will handle it. Ya know what he uses us to accomplish his will, not that he can't speak and fix everything, but that takes away freewill. Without freewill we can't truly love God and others ‼️❤️🙏🎁✝️🔥🔥🔥

[@mtnjak]

I just finished Bonhoeffer a few days ago. This was a great timing for a recap/conclusion for that book.

[@JaneDoe-sm2lm]

Amen, Erik! Everything is so timely and accurate that you said and are saying in your books and on your broadcasts. Thank you for speaking out and being obedient to the Lord's call for you to be that lighthouse to lead the way out of darkness. Amen Donna

[@tjh4619]

what a wonderful voice of truth! I love Eric Metaxas

[@robinmcbride1501]

Thank you for writing the book "Letter to the American church"! I want to buy several copies for distribution. Thank you for loving the USA and we will take a stand amen.

[@monicacarpenter424]

There is a ground- swell of God's people awakening to the in-your-face evil being perpetrated in Canada - where I reside - and in the USA. Some are very bold and are not going to stop fighting "the good fight".May this be so for all of us!

[@mynorrequeno6136]

Wow. This guy is awesome. I am actually convicted by his message. The Lord Jesus bless you Eric

[@user-oo6lw8zk4c]

I've read "is Athesim Real?" and "Bonhoeffer...." and also caught your interview on Jack Hibbs. You are soooo exactly what True Christianity needs right now, THANK you for your work!! 🎉❤

[@clarafunke7097]

So true. Thank you for putting this before us. Pastors take heed.

[@rose5566]

Thank you and God bless you Eric 🙏. Please keep spreading Gods message to the world ✨

[@susancarpenter3671]

Eric, my husband and I are 80 years old, but want a voice! How do we join up with those who are fighting for the Lord and what He cares about?

[@patriciadavis2514]

Buy the book, read it, let the Holy Spirit guide you to your next step.

[@shannonsaldivar8889]

Thank you, Lord, for raising up YOUR army. Let us join together! Amen. 💪 ✝️

[@Cosmicoo82]

I really like this man!!! He’s so full of knowledge

[@richardt.buryan832]

TRUTH MATTERS AND REALITY ALWAYS WINS. ULTIMATELY, ULTIMATE REALITY (aka GOD) WINS.

[@christinebarnfield1763]

God Wins . . . Every Time!!!

[@kathleenmathis3044]

Eric. You couldn’t have said it better!❣️❣️

[@glenvalley4326]

The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. - Edmund Burke (1729 -1797 ) Anglo - Irish statesman, Economist, and philosopher.

[@lmkwillow6395]

I have recently written a Letter To The Churches in the Eastern Panhandle of WV to bring awareness to our (the church) responsibility to open our eyes , ears and hearts to the devastation of death to overdose of opioids. My heart as a Christian is to help raise awareness, but especially to be a witness in hopes of leading the lost to the Lord

[@teresejohnson6767]

Just listened to you read your book “A Letter…” and appreciate it as much as your incredible “Bonhoeffer”. Thank you for inspiring me to keep praying at my parish for strong Catholic Church leaders. 🙏

[@bjsprout]

It’s long past time to leave the Catholic church.

[@sharonwhiteley6510]

Not just members of the pulpit should listen to this speech. This is about everyone deciding to do what's right and follow GOD'S word. May GOD bless

[@nenak6761]

Exactly 🙏 This is time to speak, and Stend firm, never give up 🙏 " Wrong is wrong everyone is doing, RIGHT is Right even if none is doing.... Let more and more people be on Right with the help from Lord we can do 🙏 right thing 🙏

[@jasonspalding2929]

Eric, that was incredible. I lost count of the number of times I felt the witness of the Holy Spirit agreeing with what you were saying. Just incredible job, praise God.

[@jeffnelson9052]

1000 times Amen

[@giantkrull7688]

Never liked Target since the beginning. Always rubbed me the wrong way. Don’t like Starbucks either

[@rebekahhale7861]

One of my very favorite movies and books Bonhoeffer!!!

[@nancylohe986]

Thank you Inspiring me and giving Hope to fight for truth and Evil !

[@tomseferovich5725]

Solid hard yet virtuous words

[@costa328]

Love hearing you speak, now I need to start reading your books.

[@kimberlyevans9637]

I watched Yomi. Fantastic story. Praise Jesus that she is here.

[@raewise6345]

Oh I need a Pastor with the courage of this man!!!

[@jayedee8382]

Great message. As usual Eric Metaxas is spot on! Thanks for the reminders herein to live our faith and belief in God out loud - boldly!

[@susanpgottardi]

I heard Eric two days ago (speaking with Jordan Peterson) ~ it’s great to know my views as a Christian totally align with another believers. I’m glad I’m not on my own. A few people following Gods will can make all the difference. Thank you for your message Eric.🙏🏻

[@songsfromtheriverhouse4118]

a GOOD WORD. ❤ very good word

[@davidodell6608]

One of the best things I've heard in a long time! Blessings and courage in Jesus' Name!

[@beckytriplett9698]

Ge expresses my internal beliefs about the silence of the church. We don't want tp be labeled intolerant, or racist or transphobic, etc. Language we allow and use. Isn't the most loving thing we can do is speak truth.

[@gerriplourde1517]

They have done a great job of it, and now we’re where we are…fearing man and not reverencing God…..

[@maryannetetzschner6113]

I just Love you Eric. God has given/blessed you with this mantle to speak the TRUTH during this very perilous time we find ourselves in. Stay safe I’m praying for you & your family 👑🙏🏼🎚🕊❤️

[@valerieridnouer9268]

Awesome speech! Thank you!

[@chrismaguire3667]

I see two Batman shadows behind Eric, and now I can't unsee them...😋

[@garycaston6675]

It’s hard for me to even comprehend forgiveness without understanding Gods forgiveness for me. When I understand the depth of it which I don’t attest to it is that miracle that I hold onto that then I can forgive others so easily it’s not based upon the person doing anything, but also based on the fact that if I don’t forgive, then it can be said of me that I dont really know God

[@rosalindquinones2791]

EVERY CHRISTIAN ALSO SHOULD KNOW THIS THANK YOU YOU ARE FUNNY BUT SO TRUTHFULLY HONEST WITH WHAT GOD HAS PLACED IN YOUR SPIRIT TO SPEAK A D WRITE PRAISE GOD

[@skiphamblin6938]

Amen, praying for you!!!! Pastors need to be confronted with their wrong thinking of being so liberal/woke or corrupt.

[@abbygarcia9102]

Love you Eric, God bless 🙏🏻❤️🇺🇸

[@cia7746]

Hallelujah and Amen!

[@marykelley5182]

Charles Colson - one of my heroes. 💕

[@laurawilliams2790]

I can't see Pastors of different Christian faiths ever linking arms in solidarity and fighting this evil because their egos won't allow them to work with other denominations. They covet their own little group and opening it up to other faiths would be a risk and a controversy that they're not willing to pursue. They'd rather remain silent and part of the 12,000.

[@daphnekivinen9482]

The pastors I know would not do what you are stating. There are quite a few in my community who would link arms.

[@alexanderschanta8152]

Ahahah.... And lose their taxes for extempt status? Yea sure bud. The reason I checked out at 14 and told my parents quit the BULLSH1T! Left the 'church' years ago and have a much better life.

[@daphnekivinen9482]

@@alexanderschanta8152 You are going to the wrong church then, if your pastors worry about tax exempt!

[@sandraclick7812]

The Charasmatic Renewal in 70's brought pastors and leaders of many denominations to unite. They washed each others feet in a historic ceremony in Kansas City gathering. The true remnant church will be made up of believers from many walks including Pentecostals, Catholic and traditional Prostestates! How ? By the outpouring of God the Holy Spirit !

[@1g1d1w]

I am not a christian but I love your work and like you have been saying this for a very long time.

[@GG-fs6yp]

So good!

[@nellosnook4454]

Thanks Eric! 🙏 In-N-Out Burger needs to come to Washington state! 🍔

[@cia7746]

And Oregon. Especially now that I've heard that Chick Fil A is getting sketchy.

[@daphnekivinen9482]

I have had an in-an-out burger in CA. We have many burgers that taste better than in-an-out in WA state.

[@lisaforte1575]

I admire Eric very much. I agree we must be bold witnesses in this evil time. But I believe these times are ordained of God, and we are very close to the rapture and tribulation. I do not see any way this will be turned around. I am looking for the kingdom of Christ, not any earthly politician. We are living in the feet of Daniel's statue.

[@TheUkulelegal]

But, God still commanded us to stand up for what is true and right and not just sit around waiting for the end.

[@lisaforte1575]

@TheUkulelegal I agree. For me the focus is on sharing the gospel, winning eternal souls to Christ, and trying to open folks' eyes to what is happening to our world through sharing Scripture.

[@heartofalegend]

This is precisely why folks who say eschatology doesn't matter, are out to lunch. It definitely frames how we respond to the moral collapse of society. If we're convinced we're getting raptured in our lifetime, then we're essentially just going to tread water till that happens. However, if we believe that we could just be in another "time of the judges" where every man does what is right in his own eyes, then that means this could just be a cycle that will eventually give way to an upright nation again. The truth is that, either way, the church needs to be engaged as stewards of this nation, bringing the truth of God's word to bear on all aspects of life, and actively participating in the privilege of actually having a say over who our local and federal leaders are. Meanwhile, we oppose the shedding of innocent blood, the chemical castration of children, and the sexual corruption of minors. Like Telemachus, we stand up and say, "In the name of Christ, STOP!" Like David, we say, "Who are you to suppose you can stand and mock Yahweh?" Looking for opportunities to share the gospel? Try living your life like that and just watch the zany hijinks that will ensue.

[@lisaforte1575]

@@heartofalegend I am not your enemy. Luke 2:25 And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, *waiting* for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him. 26 And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the Lord's Christ.

[@MTknitter22]

@@TheUkulelegal yes amen we are to occupy until He comes, doing all He has called us to do full out not wasting any time. God help us to do that.

[@pattitempleton4881]

You are SO correct!

[@aimee1860]

Thank you

[@jerrystlouis9117]

Great presentation spot on!

[@giantkrull7688]

Also, communism came to Russia because of the silence of the church and in the same way, hundreds of years ago Islam came to Egypt because of the division in the church in Egypt.

[@larrydawson2580]

Going tonight in El Cajon.

[@hallfamily2009]

AMEN 🎉

[@marthacanady9441]

Pastors today are so afraid of offending and therefore losing money that they are just staying quiet. You are so right, Eric.

[@emmanuelshironfernando7195]

God bless you Eric!

[@user-og8ve8sq1f]

Excellent!

[@heathercummins4314]

TY Eric Blessings from BaltAMOR Siempre xoxoxo

[@stevenwiederholt7000]

In the 1st 55 seconds we see The Difference between the Woke Progressives and The Awake Sane People. We are Busting Chops, and Having Fun. "Nothing Beats Fun For Having A Good Time" The Fabulous Minnesota Barking Ducks

[@ruthcampfield2431]

Ipurschaed this book. Put it on the senior pastor’s desk. Checked for several weeks. Last time I looked it had not been opened. They are NOT speaking about anything important. Do not touch the teaching of prophesy

[@MTknitter22]

Yes, Eric is crisscrossing the country because STILL, so many pastors (even after the COVID shutdown two years ago) remIn stiff-necked, rebellious and want to stay in their safe church bubble. As Eric has said, they must Fear God more than fear man!

[@JillianKiwi]

The book should have been called “LETTER TO THE WESTERN CHURCHES” We are all in the same boat!

[@eddiggs5993]

Great video--thanks Eric

[@lisaforte1575]

👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽

[@hallfamily2009]

We kind of squandered our “ blessings” as Americans….bc of abundance & prosperity complacency.

[@MeBe35]

I support this message

[@mikelabor7688]

Crucial! He Author of "Was, IS, and Shall be" owns ALL facticty.

[@nevaannegrant453]

You don’t have to move to California for In and Out burger, move to Colorado we have at least 5 and more opening all the time.

[@patiencefalters9024]

Spot On! Truly simple logic.

[@anduinsuchan356]

That comment about "i just need to preach the gospel..." I think i know what he means, but the gospel is the one weapon we have that will actually reverse the madness. Surely he knows that...

[@Nathalie2202]

Nous devons etre des evangiles vivantes

[@summerstardust2064]

Don't wait for weak kneed Pastors to lead. Live for God's glory even if it kills you.

[@annettebaskerville1582]

Eric is correct about the math - the difficulty for him is that "Christian" math says 1+1+1= 1.

[@robertmcclintock8701]

With a television you don't have to be supernatural. God prefer that because it's more social but we have to use it correctly. Right now we have anarchy blindness. Despite the anarchy blindness I figured it out. That proves we can be God like. Only a person getting crucified would suspect something greater. They crucified me with exact same disease that in Pink Floyd the wall. Victor said it's all good. It should be possible to make everything all good.:⁠-⁠O

[@applesnicolle5144]

So funny!! Eric you rock!!

[@ABCXYZ-jk8me]

FIRST--BORN-AGAIN SECOND--everything else

[@williambranch4283]

Move out of New York to Texas, they have In-N-Out Burger there ;-) Silence is not an option. But G-d also calls us out of Canaan, Egypt or Babylon.

[@MTknitter22]

True unless God has called you there & some have been and to be in God’s Will you are so incredibly safe. In and Out was birthed in Irvine CA, now in Utah, Nevada, Oregon, TX, soon coming to ID and their E regional office recently opened in cherry red Franklin TN! 💪💪🙏🏻

[@situatesanctify2818]

The Frankfurt School : Conspiracy to Corrupt. Timothy Matthews

[@mikebroadhurst8462]

12 were chosen to take the promised land. Two came with a good report. One-sixth!!! 3,000 of 18,000 German pastors accepted the Declaration of Barmen. One-sixth!!!! God is calling EVERY PERSON who has called upon the name of the Lord. Not 10% of those doing nothing. WAKE UP!!!!

[@darlenecarter1633]

😢😮u really had alot t4 To say!! I çan only pray for you 😊