IN FULL: Hillsong founder Brian Houston sits down with Andrew Bolt

[@charmainehopkins2372]

The real victim is the person who was molested.

[@pennydutra4291]

Thanks for this objective, respectful interview, Andrew.

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

yes i wonder how much the houstons paid for this pr effort

[@jennifertopliss1028]

Hang on a minute what happened to those women and girls that were assaulted by junior pastoral and was hushed up

[@semperfi6801]

With the amount of money and the exuberant lifestyle at stake, Hillsong has been aptly named Hellsong for many a good reason, and they will say whatever is needed to maintain the money flow and the continued blind leading the blind. Remember that when you mock God, bad things will happen, and there is such a thing as generational sin, which is what we see in Hillsong today. Only God can judge them now.

[@AndrewWilliams-kw6bc]

To sin is human, to forgive is divine, all the best Brian

[@binmcbin1890]

The man turned a blind eye to child abuse

[@AndrewWilliams-kw6bc]

Turned a blind eye ?Did you watch the interview ?@@binmcbin1890

[@infoanalysistconspiracyrealist]

So you support child abuse, SCUMBAG!

[@sarahbillenby1901]

Raping children is a crime, so stop watering it down

[@jeffpliskin]

Sky attracts all the pedo cultists that come out of the wood work to defend their heros.

[@jimtwelves1636]

Andrew, thank you so much for this interview with Brian. I am delighted to be able to listen to an interview that, while probing, was also most respectful. I felt you gave Brian the best of welcomes after the decades of abuse he has had to carry from most of the media.

[@kelvinmcrae1358]

His father was sent to another church why don't interviewers do research

[@alexwhite7756]

Excellent journalism. Thank you Sky News for focusing on truth and justice !

[@selah181]

According to the inspired, inerrant, authoritative and uncompromising Word of God - the Bible?

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

haha are you employed by hillsong. Houston is just as evil as his father was perhaps worse in many ways

[@kiwifruit27]

This whole thing looks to have taken a huge toll on him. I’m glad he was thoroughly vindicated and I pray he receives God’s peace on his life

[@selah181]

The fruit of a sinful life. It does that.

[@sandrabeulah]

He doesn't look too well. I pray he receives peace too🙏🏼

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

are you a shil or a spambot.

[@frolyhorn1426]

​@@selah181Do you realize Brian is not his father...

[@selah181]

@@frolyhorn1426 Thank you. Indeed. But Brian Houston, in his own "wrong", is answerable to God. Sadly in Brian Houston's case it is more "Like (earthly) father, like son". Jesus Christ has made the way through confession, repentance, following and sanctification - towards glorification. Brian Houston needs to bow out as "gracefully" as he can - and show fruit of his repentance. Luke 9:23. John 15. There is no other way. John 14:6. And Romans chapter 6 and 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 John are explicitly loving and clear.

[@BillWhitlock-z6e]

Andrew Bolt we appreciate your honesty and interview with Brian Houston. An honest and down to earth interview. Irrespective of one's faith the interview covered the truth and shows the difference between your interview and that as portrayed by Channel 9 which was vindictive.

[@jeffpliskin]

Two closet crooks and pedos having a chin wag. Neither good people or followers of christ. Not even the hieararchy in hillsong want Houstons back very telling

[@margarethennessey5182]

Andrew you do speak honestly. I personally don’t like him. I’ve been there once. Never again for me. You put in your tithe it’s to help the church run which all churches do. In 2011 the connect groups were asked for $600.00 a month each starting 2012. I suppose he’d flit off overseas who knows. My daughter decided she’d leave that was a lot of money for her. Found another great Church which she has many wonderful friends. They do some great things on holidays, day away. She told me she’ll never set foot in that place again. It was awful good friends which she’s lost except one. Brian can get out of this country and stay out as she’s concerned.

[@vanessaloko1950]

?? That’s a first hearing something like that. I grew up going to Hillsong, awesome church Brian is a great Pst. Tithing is at every church and never ever once forced and if you’re well aware of the word that giving any spare change as little as $2 is a blessing in your finance situation. Don’t know what connect group you were apart of there are people that take advantage of others doesn’t mean it falls on Brian’s shoulders, perhaps you could’ve contacted Hillsong support team which I know personally some of the team who’ve been great support. Sorry your experience was not a great one 🙏🏽

[@markelliott6112]

He looks like a broken man. Chin up Brian - your best years are ahead of you. I'm not a christian and don't really follow the church, but I'm very empathetic to someone who has been the victim of a media witchhunt. I'm pleased for you.

[@richardsimpson8466]

I saw your comment and think it is very insightful. I am not a follower of the Church but do follow Jesus. He has not abandoned this man. Being broken and humble is actually a beautiful thing since it was Christ who was broken for us. That is what you will see if you look through the suffering that you have perceived. We are all weak and broken and in need of Jesus. This man just has privilege of showing that to other people. I think it was a very good interview. Thanks for your post.

[@markelliott6112]

@@richardsimpson8466 Pleasure. Regardless of ones position on religion, you have to admire anyone who offers large portions of their own life to serve as a support and guide for others. The media have a lot to answer for, they can be a pack of bullies. I've seen Brian speak online before and he's an articulate, passionate guy. He looked broken to me, in this interview. I hope a change in life direction may bring back some of that passion and spark for a clearly gifted man.

[@Soundofsilver2007]

HE COVERED UP HIS DAD MOLESTING LITTLE BOYS.... He should be serving jail time.

[@andrewsolly2895]

The forgiveness he has preached is available for him as well as everyone else

[@kerriferguson2023]

ONLY IF HE REPENTS and asks those he has hurt to forgive him. Pleading for support from your own followers is NOT repentance.

[@FIVESTARMAN]

The impact of Pastor Brian Houston's life is immeasurable. Men do not award such efforts, but God rewards them.

[@machtnichtsseimann]

Actually, many people award such efforts, in either good or bad ways. The latter are enablers who will find no fault in their leader / cult of personality. There is too much we don't know behind-the-scenes. Don't worship any human being, be open-minded to the truth, even if it tarnishes one's view of their trusted leader. Which is why God will ultimately judge all of us. With Justice and Mercy. But we can do a LOT better in focusing on victims of abuse. It is MUCH MORE ABOUT THEIR HEALING than saving the face of our beloved institutions and leaders.

[@jesusistruth9424]

@FIVESTARMAN- Well said and forever God forgives and He forever rewards- we will keep on praying for the Houston family- Lots of Love from S.A✝️🕎💝🖖🏽🇿🇦

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

which advertising company do you work with? he is a revolting chip off the old block who has made millions merchandizing God. a truly evil man

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

@@jesusistruth9424 he is a revolting chip off the old block truly the son of his father who has made millions marketing God and the gullable. It was all about the money and wine women and song from day one for his father it was all about the boys . they are both evil

[@dandrsampsonfamily]

A fair and honest seeming conversation. Andrew didn't come at him with his mind already made up, or with an agenda

[@binmcbin1890]

Yes he did hahajahaha. Andrew loves pdf file apologists

[@Melonrevenge77]

He literally introduced Brian as "another Christian being vilified" You must be awful at picking up bias

[@anthonycarr7466]

Seeming being the operative word.

[@anthonywhelan5419]

I was present at Hills Song in 2001. Brian preached a whole sermon excoriating his father. He was crying throughout the sermon.

[@user-xv1my1bx6d]

Hmmmm only because he knew his charges were on their way. Looks good in court to preach a sermon of remorse prior to the hearing. Just sayin.

[@anthonywhelan5419]

@@user-xv1my1bx6d not true. He sacked his father and booted him from any role in the church - which was another AOG.

[@t-bone3306]

@@anthonywhelan5419 that’s not true either. His exit was stage-managed to make it appear amicable and the real reason was hidden.

[@Bluetooth_ez]

@user-xv1my1bx6d you're an idiot. Believing a media spun narrative over facts. That's why you're an idiot.

[@silver292]

@@t-bone3306 It was kept relatively secret and hidden because the victim didn't want it made public.

[@excolenterprises6116]

We need more people like Andrew inthe media sector. He was aware of Brian's emotions and empathised with him. I'm always disgusted by people who ridicule and mistreat others publicly.

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

pass the sick bag please

[@mac4039]

“The road to hell is paved with good intentions”

[@Angeliccooke]

Im a Christian and I would like to know about all the other stuff, let's forget about this one incident for a second and talk about ALL the other stuff all these people seem to want to turn a blind eye to? What about the late-night hotel room visits you spent 45 minutes in the "WRONG ROOM" alone with another woman staff member, the drunkenness, the drug abuse, the money laundering, the false gospel his preaching, the lavish lifestyle and the emotionally damaged people coming out of this church abused and broke gagged to talk about it? The billions of dollars set up in funds to syphen money from the church. Seriously im so sick of people covering for this bloke. He wreaks of immorality and yet you all still defend it. Stand down Brian and walk away quietly... You no longer belong on a platform representing Jesus. NOT AT ALL....

[@pieterprinsloo007]

When you start charging royalties and license fees for churches to use your gospel music, fly around in private charter planes and don't pay taxes on millions in revenue, it's not about the gospel of Jesus anymore is it?

[@Angeliccooke]

absolutely @@pieterprinsloo007

[@lynettemcconnell7828]

Have you ever thought of Praying for him instead of criticising him. The Christian Belief is too forgive.

[@Angeliccooke]

@@lynettemcconnell7828 The Christian belief is to expose and pray. calling out a brother in sin IS biblicle................. God never covers up sin. Lets be real about all of this and stop stadning for someone who is not qualified to be a teacher, preacher or man of God on the platform. Jesus said, I am the way, THE TRUTH and the light

[@idlybye5002]

@@lynettemcconnell7828To forgive? Yes. To overlook and to cover sin? No. In fact that's the core message - that no sin will or should be covered, and that without deep and unflinching repentence there is no salvation. The boy ( now man) involved says that he never told Brian or anyone else that he didn't want the police informed. I am inclined believe him over Brian- because who had more to lose? Brian did. Using the doctrine of forgiveness to shame people for speaking truth, and for pointing it out when the Emperor has no clothes, is a misuse of doctrine. An abuse of it, actually. We are called not to judge a person's soul- we are also called to be discerning, and to speak the truth, no matter what. To pretend these are opposites is common- but it's a huge mistake. People who call themselves Christians and lead large groups of people, at least nominally/allegedly, in the faith, should be held to a higher standard than most. Forgiveness has nothing to do with that. Forgiveness does not mean "Eh- it's ok- nothing to see here ". Please😔

[@plc2866]

To comment that this has been hard on you and affected you. How about the poor guy that was abused. This is the same selfish thoughtless behaviour. Typical!

[@trudyseeker3550]

Would it really be just one ?? Xx

[@plc2866]

@@trudyseeker3550 and the rest. Good point. He did name the guy which I thought was a very low move!

[@tweety153oz]

Exactly - he is not the victim here 😤

[@keziahpasaribu]

Thank you Andrew for the fair, objective and respectful interview. Also, keep on praying for Brian Houston and his family for a strong future ahead!

[@oldgolfer7435]

Yes keep praying for Brian Huston!!! Forget all about the child his father abused. I suppose it is possible for a son not to know his father is a pedophile. Bolt seems to be drawn to those he thinks have been falsely accused in this shocking behavior towards children. However I suppose they need someone to comfort them.

[@vls3771]

No need to worry about Brian he's got $50 million to play with ......

[@tenspeedtruck4083]

@@vls3771… for the love of God, that’s if you love God, quit it. What an insulting comment.

[@PokiyourMouf]

Wolf and sheep's clothing, giyvshould be ashamed of himself, especially when he's supposed to teach his congregation how to walk in jesus like example. False teacher, False speaker thank God I got my family out of this cult

[@joethi4981]

@@oldgolfer7435 yes, and forgiveness is a biblical principle. I see that you are without any sin yourself. Then do throw your stones and words of hate at Brian.

[@AngiePangie_23]

I was a moslem and Jesus used hillsong to reach out me. Hillsong is one of the part of Kingdom movements. As a beliefer Brian Houston is my family in Christ, I do pray and bless him, rather than mocking or judge him. God bless you Ps Brian!

[@Angeliccooke]

This man is not hillsong, his a man and hillsong was the church he lead big difference.....

[@AngiePangie_23]

@@Angeliccooke your words are confusing

[@daniegoldy]

No God is your saviour.. .not a man

[@leoojeda2889]

All the best Pastor Brian! I still remember you being so open about all of this situation. Grateful for your transparency and honesty. I’m sure God honors that!

[@t-bone3306]

Transparency and honesty… quite extraordinary…

[@margarethennessey5182]

My daughter said she’d never set foot inside the Church again. He doesn’t speak Gods Word like Anglicans do.

[@LordsWatchman]

​@@margarethennessey5182I agree that Brian Houston is not of God, but please don't make me laugh with that joke about Anglicans speaking God's word. 😂🤣.

[@selah181]

"Honesty"? God honours repentance and following, with forgiveness. Luke 9:23.

[@selah181]

​@@margarethennessey5182Sadly nore to "Anglicans". See recent doings of COE (Anglican) in UK - indeed world wide. There is only On Truth. Jesus is that Truth and the Bible His Word.

[@boaz63]

While the legal system may have been unjust here, none of that affects the fact that Brian Houston is disqualified as a pastor Biblically. 1 Tim. 3 and Titus 1 are clear that no man who is addicted and enslaved to substance abuse is qualified as a pastor. Not even getting into the heretical theology taught by him and his “church”, based on his character alone, he should not be called a “pastor” anymore… 🙏

[@DearDawah]

Spot on

[@claudialacatus5464]

We don’t know the full truth to say it’s unjust, things he says don’t add up

[@lynettemcconnell7828]

Self Righteous. Have you ever thought of Praying for him, rather than criticizing. We are ALL going too be Judged. Yes, even you.

[@imdanielvalentino]

Andrew's comment at the end is so on point, Brian is seeming to have lost a lot of weight, looks very worn out and actually seems slower and not as "big" in personality, I'm actually worried too, i hope he is truly ok as he says but something really doesn’t look right with his physical health 😔 I think we should really pray for this man, him who is without sin cast the first stone

[@poustinia]

Great interview. Allows Brian to clearly answer every question. No surprise at any of this. Such a phenomenal pastor, was bound to endure the cross.

[@ianrice7471]

Are you serious? False church, actually its not a church its a pathetic cult.

[@AnnieAbraham1988]

Such a great, clear, vulnerable interview that Andrew Bolt conducts with such honor and dignity. God bless them both and here’s to a great second wind for Pastor Brian Houston.

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

haha wind is the right word

[@marienason8126]

Thank you for being so kind to him during this interview my heart goes out to him he's been through a lot God bless you both from the uk

[@sjmsearches795]

I am not a fan of Hillsong but I huge respect for Brian himself. Brian had to publicly expose and defrock his father,. I don’t care who you are but had to hurt and to be made responsible for your fathers so son the eyes of the public would be agonising. Most people don’t have that kind of courage or character.

[@jeffpliskin]

So if the Houston snr is no longer there to face justice and Brian was present at the time it makes perfect sense for him to be called to answer for his father in was sitting in the same senior leadership group as his father.

[@selah181]

Less to do with the diabolical actions of his father, but a cover for his own.

[@Christian-jx3nx]

People like this should not be leaders again. He is only trying to be relevant and prominent again. It’s all about him. Forgive? Sure. Pastor? Absolutely not

[@CaliforniaForever]

He and Bobbi are better off out of positions of power. It’s dangerous.

[@marianthewriter6727]

Thank you Andrew for an insightful interview. Not like the typical GOT YA interview the MSM love to put out there. I hope that Brian and his wife Bobbi can now live their lives in peace without the constant harassment by the MSM in Australia.

[@noramudde3501]

God bless you Brian Houston, your wife and family.

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

he got all the blessings he cares about in his bank account. He knew exactly how evil his father was and he could not let his fathers evil jepordize the millions that hillsong were on the verge of making. These religious types make gangsters look like school boys at least gnagsters are honestly dishonest this religious scum use God for their child abusing and con tricks

[@Truthseeker371]

Repent.

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

@@Truthseeker371 how does anyone actually repent of anything? please dont say turn from sin because i dont believe sin exists anymore. i believe good and evil exist because they existed in the garden before Adams fall and that Jesus did not come to end what God created Jesus ended sin not evil. These people here are evil and they are liars and they have to tell the truth or its the lake of fire for them.

[@tealhearts5455]

What an absolute nightmare.

[@Pamela_N]

Praying for You Pastor!!!

[@kingdomiq3246]

Im so happy Justice has been done. We will continue to pray for Brian

[@sarahbillenby1901]

Maybe pray for the leaders of your religion to stop abusing children instead of condoning it

[@jeffpliskin]

Brian Houston is not a victim. He was held accountable for being is fathers son thats all. If the father was still alive naturally it would be Houston snr facing the music not Brian.

[@sarahbillenby1901]

@jeffpliskin2315 No matter how you spin it, Brian should have reported it to the police

[@rmbmajestic]

Yes, let’s pray for him

[@KelvinLloydBennett]

God Bless Brian for his honesty

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

haha he does not know the meaning of the word. if you see his mouth moving you know he is lying, Him and his pedophile father were like 2 organised crime figures just these ghastly people used God for their con tricks and child abuse

[@claudialacatus5464]

Definitely not honest every time he’s asked about his sexual assaults he says he doesn’t remember from meds and alcohol, he shouldn’t be getting wasted he’s suppose to be a church leader, ppl are blind wake up

[@Tiffany4Jesus1]

Wow, this explains why Australia went in a downward spiral over the past two decades, the manner in which Australia treated this servant of God, and hurt their family, their ministry, Australia should repent to them and to God.

[@coffeewithjennifer9652]

This guy told everyone. I was nineteen at Hillsong church when it came out. I was nobody and I knew everything.

[@sarahbillenby1901]

He told everyone, but the police

[@MrAshdavid100]

​@@sarahbillenby1901That would be putting a 2023 lens on events that happened 30 years prior. If you were listening to the video you'd have heard that the victim did not want it to go to police and Brian honoured his wishes.

[@TheGreekCatholic]

It would be a double blow for a victim to be subject to an investigation he didn't want to be in.

[@MrAshdavid100]

@@TheGreekCatholic That's right.

[@sarahbillenby1901]

@@MrAshdavid100 ok Frank

[@karlh11]

Frank Houston committed a crime, that is child rape. He should have been reported to the police regardless of what the victim wanted in order to determine if there were other victims and possibly other perpetrators.

[@alo6125]

Absolutely, and Brian Houston failed to report his father's crimes to the police. That's inexcusable. I'm very thankful that these Christians are seeing decline in the US and Australia. The truth deserves to be known. These Christian churches are simply not safe spaces for women or kids and should be avoided.

[@paulomalley4581]

Only victim of a targeted attack was the 7 year old boy! Hillsong preaches prosperity gospel, it's all about the money and the simpletons they can wrangle it out of.

[@Lazydaisy646]

Listen to what he said and stop jumping up and down. One day you might be judged in the same way ..

[@paulomalley4581]

@@Lazydaisy646 I'm not a simpleton. None of my money will get into Brian's bank account. Pedos on one side, marriage cheaters on the other. No place for any God between those two. Best if the whole place closes down and believers worship in their own homes with all their money.

[@RenA70707]

Rubbish. Have you been there? I attend. Nobody has ever forced me to give yet they are giving all the time. Maybe check it out before you speak.

[@paulomalley4581]

@@RenA70707 you don't even know they are using the modified Catholic bible to preach from. Of course the fools give Brian their money, they never bother to check the veracity of anything. If Brian was a real Christian he would use the version of the bible that was around before the Pope and his church made the changes, but no he sees the value in the business decisions taken by a Pope centuries ago. Hillsong is prosperity gospel, only it's Brian and his insiders getting prosperous. How much real estate does Hillsong own? At present it seems like it's got more in common with Scientology than Christianity.

[@Tiffany4Jesus1]

What 7 year old boy?

[@theOutbackBerean]

There’s a lot more to the story than any of us will ever know this side of heaven.

[@jandykanini]

Finally! You cannot punish a son for his father's sins. Vindication was imminent.

[@gospeltruth9345]

He covered it up and paid people off. That's his own sin

[@markwilson1026]

Bolt's comment at the end hit the nail on the head. Houston is looking tired and drawn, poor man. Bless you, Brian!

[@selah181]

A sinful, deceitful life does that.

[@markwilson1026]

@@selah181 You don't know the man at all. This is a highly judgemental comment. Go and be a bigot somewhere else.

[@rosebaker9955]

Finally, someone who sees the truth. @@selah181

[@katielee4892]

If you think you're good, you're not. Only God is good! We're all down here because we "fell" from heaven and there's only ONE way back.

[@Lastindependentthinker]

Humanity truly is a fallen angel, that is in a constant internal struggle between good and evil.

[@rachaelsealey1259]

That poor man has been through so much. I hope he can recover and continue doing what he loves. I’ve always loved Hillsong ❤ God bless him and all his family

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

haha how much are you paid to write that piffle?

[@margarethennessey5182]

My daughter can tell you why 11 years ago she can tell you why that Brian Houston was asking for them for $600.00 a month and there names were ticked off on a sheet of paper and if they didn’t pay they were called in and asked why. They had to giv on a Sunday plus extra. She found another Church to go to. I wouldn’t feel sorry for him one scrap. He always had huge amounts of money to go away with. I personally don’t go there but another church. She said she’d never go back there. She doesn’t like the amount of money they want

[@margarethennessey5182]

I really wouldn’t feel sorry for this man. She’s gone to a church who preaches Gods word properly. Who also when the minister speaks he made reference to Gods word and quotes scripture.

[@codyryan-qm2ue]

Pack of pedeophiles. Wolf in sheeps clothing.

[@zwigoma2]

willingly ignorant

[@ifekotoyawa2426]

Bless you Pastor Brian🙌🏼

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

yuk

[@mac4039]

I usually have great respect for the words of Andrew Bolt - but he’s been had here. Brian’s life went haywire long before the court case was initiated. An interview with a close associate stated that this pastor was aware of his father’s perversion with male adults in the mid 90s and did not remove him or report him to church officials. Even after his father was made to step down from preaching, the church still paid him. No-one is perfect but unfortunately Brian no longer meets the biblical criteria for church leadership … for starters he is still downplaying his tendency to indulge alcohol and it’s all the fault of anti anxiety pills. Repentance requires taking responsibility … Regardless, I wish him God’s best.

[@marielangevin8422]

Very emotional listening to Brian may the love and the peace of god be with this family.

[@syung8754]

No pastor or elder are immune to judgement from the body of Christ, it's biblical for a Christian to judge the body of Christ. Sexual immorality is inexcusable in any church. Hillsong is no excuse. Adultery is unacceptable. Yes, we hv grace, but it does not excuse us to keep on sinning. Those who preach the word will greater the judgement be dispensed.

[@raechelweir8861]

So pleased to hear he has been vindicated. How awful to have found this out about his dad. Rest and refresh

[@sarahbillenby1901]

He didn't report it so clearly, like you, he condones child abuse

[@rachaeljackson8642]

He didn’t report it because it was a grown man telling him, not a 7 year old child. The man was 37, and capable of reporting it himself, specially after 30 years!

[@raechelweir8861]

@rachaeljackson8642 yep..that's right.

[@sarahbillenby1901]

@rachaeljackson8642 His father could have continued abusing other kids, so stop defending it

[@LindaLee-Brown]

@@sarahbillenby1901 as an adult he found out what his father had done , he made his father leave the church, and told everyone what his father did. Not sure what else he could have done.

[@NazSBG]

I speak as a believer and struggling follower of Jesus Christ of some nearly 20 years. Christianity and the Church was never, ever meant to be a big business. It was never meant to be called or kniwn as some brand such as 'Hillsong' 'Bethel' 'Jesus Culture'. It was never meant to be a huge money making machine, and let's be clear, they are multi million pound/dollar industries. If you read the Gospel accounts of Christ and Paul's letters, the picture you get is not the picture we see today. Church going today has turned into pop like concerts. Bright lights, bands sounding more like Coldplay, rock star preachers preaching a cotton wool, easy going gospel. What I see today is a bunch of denominations more akin to the ways of the world rather than the way of Almighty God aka Jesus Christ. I have no time for these 'Christian Movements'. 0:01

[@deenasuchitha1274]

Will pray for Pastor Brian. It is also our responsibility to uphold our Leaders in our prayers. Thank you Andrew for conducting the interview with respect.

[@praythebibleapp]

Pray the Bible for him

[@sandramendes1032]

God is with you Pst Brian. You are in almost same position of the preachers of the Gospel after Jesus was crucified. The preachers were persecuted and thrown into jail. This comes with the job I guess. God be with you and your family. Stay strong Pastor and DONT GIVE UP !! Don’t let Satan win and keep doing what God ordained you to do

[@willtufts9754]

Sorry but this man lost his church on other moral issues besides covering for his father, his own church charged him concerning sexual harassment and substance abuse, "but that's a story for another day" Right !

[@CelebDelaCreamTvShow]

Hmm!! Pastor Brian still abused innocent people himself.. So ''CHURCH'' People don't get Distracted

[@myathepompom7062]

At the end of the day - the truth remains. Hillsong is not a biblically sound church. Brian deserves to be forgiven as we all fall short and no one is perfect, but there’s a bigger problem that became more apparent over the years of growth (I was an attendee of Hillsong since the 1998 to approx 2015) - Brian’s God complex. ALL glory, ALL focus, ALL recognition, belongs to God and not man. One thing is for sure, too much money and fame will ultimately corrupt an individual or organisation. Everything this church was about (not sure what it’s like now), was prosperity, unbiblical practices such as women pastors, tithing in the expectations of receiving monetary blessings or success in return, commerce and business inside a place of worship- remember Jesus knocked down the stalls in the place he said was for prayer and worship, and promoting a loose type of lukewarm Christian lifestyle, etc. What happened to Brian was a wake up call for him to come to full repentance of not just this issue, but many issues. It’s between God and himself, who am I to judge. I hope that Brian understands this.

[@geebee3100]

this has nothing to do with hostility towards a church. it has to everything do with brian's own many failings.

[@brewonit4831]

Total BULLSHIT, cover up with the understanding there were others who were fully aware of his fathers actions, really just one 7 yr old? This interview confirms his internal reality, of how gross, they all participated, ABOVE ALL protect the $.

[@gustaaf1892]

The Hillsong Church is steeped in controversy and wrongdoings and Brian Houston has been in the middle of it. Disappointed that Bolt goes into bat for him and gives him a platform again. The Hillsong church is all about the money and is no different to a whole host of US tele evangelists. To make it worse George Pell is also mentioned in a positive light. What utter rot. Guilty people make excuses and Houston is blaming incidents on prescription drugs. Pathetic.

[@carito3515]

If you have a substance abuse issue, you really shouldn't be leading a church

[@dawnwalkom4982]

Thanks Andrew for getting Brian on your show.

[@martinrayner6466]

If you belonged to the world, it would love you as its own. As it is, you do not belong to the world, but I have chosen you out of the world. That is why the world hates you.

[@paulraoulchanguion3758]

Andrew Bolt, that was handled with great compassion. Bless you

[@Bluetooth_ez]

The msm journalists and news providers that accused and tried to destroy him should all pay very dearly for their actions. It's disgusting what they did. And every individual who accused and spewed lie after lie about Brian. Shame on you.

[@sarahbillenby1901]

Frank never paid for his crimes because no one reported him to the police

[@bibleman7757]

Brain and he'll song are bo5h vile and sick may brain rot in hell

[@unwoke1652]

I find Brian's saying "Oh my God" over and over in one church service, as irreverent and uncouth. One shouldn't use God's Name as a filler, nor as an expletive.

[@joethi4981]

"Australia hasn't loved us" - powerful statement. It is a sad revelation of the Australian justice system.

[@selah181]

No. Just plain narcissism on his part. The thousands in Hillsong may have been fooled, but Australia, in general, not.

[@kevinjanghj]

Amen to that. Actually, even Christians don't like him and his church for their rather obvious distortions of the gospel.

[@r2ndp]

I feel like he dodged a lot of questions.

[@mncedisinkomo89]

The best is yet to come for you Pst Brian. God bless you Sir.

[@philiplowry5771]

Its been a long, long battle for you Brian. I know, been through some myself. 1Peter 5:8 and Hebrews 4:12 It started circa 1978 at one of your first venues, Sherbrooke Hall in the Hugh Latimer centre at Double Bay when you guys first came to Australia. You were only 22 at the time. I was there. I pray the Lord will lift you up, guide you and protect you. 1John1:9 - Phil

[@richardjohnson-j3b]

pass the sick bag please

[@proserve9607]

Brian if it wasn't for you drinking and going to a woman's hotel room and if you hadn't protected your New York pastor, many would have sided with you and spoken up for you. There were many other abuses that you covered up. You were in the position of a leader. If you took up true leadership, I think this would not have happened to you. Leadership comes with a responsibility!

[@johnwalker9429]

Excellent interview. I would like an investigation into those who spun the false narratives for their own political agendas so that they could be put under the same blowtorch and held accountable.

[@julieomas77]

Good idea. What is their motive doing this to him? They covet Ptr. Brian's church, I hope and pray Ptr. Brian will preach again to his church once more. God have mercy

[@edmarcelovlogs4720]

First, we recognize the real enemy here, intentional or unintentional, we fall short and fall into sin, but we have no right to judge. The enemy is just making people look bad. He might be successful in putting a good man down, but in the end, God is orchestrating a victorious come back for the Hillsong church anf Brian Houston. It will be glorious when God's hands work on that.

[@vincentdeepak]

In the midst of life's storms, remember that your faith has guided you through countless challenges. Your dedication to your congregation and your unwavering commitment to your calling are a true inspiration. Lean on your faith and the support of your loved ones during this difficult time. Just as you've uplifted others, may you find strength, solace, and renewed purpose. The seeds you've sown in people's hearts will continue to bear fruit. Keep the faith and know that brighter days are ahead.

[@selah181]

Ignorance is not bliss.

[@vincentdeepak]

@@selah181 no one is perfect 👍🏻 , we all do small or big mistakes. John 8:7 So when they continued asking Him, He raised Himself up and said to them, “He who is without sin among you, let him throw a stone at her first.”

[@Written21]

Such words of wisdom and understanding. Great word of encouragement! It speaks volume of your deep intimacy with God. You are certainly an inspiration to be around. Thank you Sir, God bless you 🙏

[@selah181]

@@vincentdeepak Thank you for your reply! I concur. If Brian Houston was aware of something that should have been dealt with from a moral point of view and legal point of view and he chose not to deal with it - in fact he tried to cover it up - and still does so! That is, of course very different from those who sin and repent thereof. And that we don't deliberately try to justify it or excuse it when confronted. The leaders of the church have a bigger responsibility than the members of the congregation - in this regard. Why were they silent! Do they not know the admonition of the Bible - the inspired, inerrant, authoritative, uncompromising Word of God. Sadly Mr Houston, a narcissist and egotist of note, lives in his fantasy world and continues to justify his behaviour while playing the sympathy card - saying that he did nothing wrong - or at most - admitting weakly that he perhaps should not have done this or that. When his fall (exposure) came - he did not fall before God in repentance, but jetted over to USA and was apprehended there for drunken driving! A married man, he petitioned and made advances to young girls, lied about "mistaking the room" trying to enter the hotel room of one, continued his drinking (I believe he gave up his sleeping pills "since 2012" - and the rest?) and the spending of millions of dollars (on what - the "good life" - certainly not the advancement of the Gospel). Yes of course there is forgiveness - but you can't receive forgiveness if you haven't asked for it (in confession and repentance and displaying the fruit thereof towards sanctification to the glory of God) and as long as you keep denying you have done nothing wrong - you obviously won't ask forgiveness for those actions. "If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us. If we CONFESS our sins He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness". 1John 1:8-10. Romans 6 is clear. As is Hebrews 4:12-13. Nice to chat. Malachi 3:16.

[@pacificprincess5849]

@@selah181💯 agree with you. When much is given, much more is expected. He never took accountability for his own actions towards these women. He used his stress from his father’s incident to excuse his behaviour. You’re so right, he is a married man and as a minister of the gospel he needs to be held accountable. Here was his opportunity to humble himself, accept responsibility and publicly repent. I believe at one time back in the day Hillsongs had an anointing on their worship but somehow they lost their way. Sadly when we try and cover up our sins this is the end result, we reap what we sow and jumping on the false prosperity preaching is a neon light on that wide road to destruction. As Brian said…him and his wife will probably spend more time overseas where their is more opportunities….for what? People need to follow Jesus, not man, that way we’ll know if their part of the flock or a wolf dressed in sheep’s clothing.

[@heidijoyce6601]

Not one of us are perfect, we are all sinners. God will be his judge and hes a forgiving God for all who ask for forgiveness. 🙏🏼🕊

[@andrewlaitres9080]

Brian Hou$ton is a false teacher.

[@internationaltrustlaw9855]

Said had not had sleep pills since 2012 - latter in conversation statement had pills in 2019 therefore in first instance has not spoken truth. In law where one is broken all are broken - thou shalt not lie - body language also tells truth of non causal speak.

[@meekgreenwood2934]

Wow an unbiased interview, how refreshing

[@Kate-hs7gb]

It was his fathers crimes abusing children. I would hope all churches would mandatory report sex crimes in the church. As for the accounting documents, drunk driving and the women coming forward this shouldn’t be shoved under the carpet either.

[@t-bone3306]

This was the tip of an enormous Hillsong iceberg. The money, the lavish living, the celebrity worship….

[@jameshermes5576]

U sound bitter.look in your own backyard

[@rickoshea9913]

Your right,wonderfully covered up,by the honest Australian judiciary,your address book of Houston Hillsong sycophants providing glowing comments,can someone get me a bucket please,can feel a chunder coming on.

[@rickoshea9913]

Brian Houston,like his father,is crooked as,wolf in sheep's clothing,probably Armani...from the tithes,donations of Hillsong etc.Surely,you realise that,or are you that gullible.Houston Bling .

[@KJ-lb4tj]

.. And maybe none of these are criminal or wrong in the world's eyes... Certainly you cannot be triad in court for these. That's about what the Bible says a biblical leader should and shouldn't be.

[@rickoshea9913]

@@KJ-lb4tj I think extra marital affairs,using church tithe $$$$ on gifts , jeweller,lear Jets etc is a huge No,No,but they didn't have have planes in the Bible,eh.?

[@UrielC-x9k]

Still will not take responsibility, blaming the tablets. Your body language tells the truth when your mouth will not.

[@becr9369]

I was having a discussion about this the other day about an issue in the church I went to as a child, a similar incedent happened. Everyone knew about and dealt with it at the time, but didn't go to the police because to be honest, it never occurred to anyone to do so. It was a different culture in relation to sexual abuse back then, but people judge it on todays culture where people would think to go to the police.. who now would take it way more seriously than they did then.

[@fionaforward3358]

Very true.People today are constantly judging the past by todays attitudes.

[@Lazydaisy646]

Exactly

[@kerriferguson2023]

Concealing a felony has been a crime under the crimes act for decades - it is NOT a new law. The law in this respect does NOT take into account whether or not the victim wants the crime investigated. The law is clear and individuals do not have the right to discretion as to whether a crime is reported or not. Covering up a felony is a crime and has been written into law in the Crimes Act for over 100 years! When I approached Houston about one of his friends covering up the rape of a child and asked for his assistance he told me he didn't believe my "story" and turned his back and walked away. It is sworn to in the Royal Commission in my testimony and is written about in my book. My "story" as Houston dismissed it, was found to be absolutely true in every respect and the friend of Houston's (and a colleague of his in the Christian church) later admitted in a court of law he had covered up the crime! No apology to me from Houston despite my writing to him and pointing this out to him, just a bit more abuse. Whether of not one admires Houston is NOT the issue - he and others were guilty of covering up a felony despite the machinations of many and despite what a court may have decided. The facts cannot be dictated by emotion (or admiration). Unlike many of Houstons' cheer squad, I have first-hand experience with this fellow.

[@becr9369]

@kerriferguson2023 thank you for that information, I found this interview interesting, but I wouldn't say I'm a 'cheer squad' for this man, I really don't know enough about the situation, however your insight is valuable and given me a greater understanding of the law in these instances. I do think, though, that 40 years ago, people didn't always have us much understanding on how to deal with these situations as they do now. Houstens situation may be different, I'm just speaking generally. I am not saying it was a good thing.. I'm just making an observation. Understanding and education is much improved nowadays.. but still a long way to go to be sure.

[@kerriferguson2023]

@@becr9369 Thank you for your measured and reasonable comment. It makes a change from the usual cheer squad for Houston and Hillsong. The point that many people seem to not understand, or perhaps be aware of, is that this has NOT just raised its head now. There are many who have been fighting for decades to have Houston come clean on this and I am one of them so am well aware of the situation. This is not just a case of Brian being charged now, but rather one should be aware that some have been trying to get this matter dealt with for decades!!! For people to be stating that it is an old matter are ignorant of how long some have been fighting for justice for so many years! Had Brian come clean years ago instead of ignoring those he damaged by his behaviour and attempting to paint them as the "bad guys" it could have all been dealt with Biblically if the leaders had been behaving as the bible instructs them. There were too many in government and the Police Department aiding the Houston family in evading their responsibilities in my opinion. This is only ONE issue regarding Brian's aberrant behaviour. I have sworn to it at the Royal Commission and in Police statements and it is outlined in my autobiography! Do look further than this one issue for other examples of Brian's general behaviour. It does NOT reach the standard of what the Bible states is required of a leader! I was "involved" forty years ago" with such a problem within the church and I knew very well how to deal with it even then..... there is no excuse ...... never, ever.... for the behaviour of these paedophile protectors. Common sense, decency and morality do not change with the passage of time.

[@michaellow625]

It is still a very controversial form of Church, more worldly and a history of many suspect situations where MONEY AND PROSPERITY rule the motivation as in the word faith movement, Even Mr Houston's personal record leaves a lot to be desired before God,

[@timothyhollins6010]

Frank Huston preached a sermon at a church taped in 2003( shortly before the protected child rapist died) , in which he talks to a 10 year old boy and mentioned that he was handsome and strong. Pastors at Hillsong( of which my own family have been) knew in the early 90s about Frank! As a former child protection officer of many years , and a Christian my anger is at the disgusting twisting of God's word this ravenous wolf continued to do for decades is his real crime , l refused to attend Hillsong since l was 20 , l am now 49. I knew it was all a disgrace.

[@TheMirabillis]

I like Brian Houston a lot. I was a member of Hillsong Church. But without Brian Houston, Hillsong Church over the next twenty years will slowly die.

[@JayPalOfficial]

Maybe ten.

[@kevinjanghj]

Hillsong will be better without him.

[@JayPalOfficial]

@@kevinjanghj Yes they were very clear since the misconduct situation with Brian that they are cutting severe ties with the founding pastors.

[@bom128]

Brian is a false teacher. The culture of his father’s church and the fruits of their leadership is of the flesh.

[@dnmccurry]

Brian, so glad to see this interview. Love both you and Bobbie! Live in Montana. Jesus has your back!

[@andyjay9346]

There's only one criminal thing, the law itself. All these cases suffer the same bottom line. There should clearly be a defined statute of limitations. Governments left and right should legislate this. Finalizing a case more than half a century after an alleged incident is so wrong. Witnesses have passed away, credible evidence is lost and the list goes on. The law needs to wake up to itself. Congratulations Brian Houston.

[@sarahbillenby1901]

And your kind should stop defending child predators

[@rc70ys]

In Australia we seem to say guilty before justice unfair for him.

[@SharkyyHamilton]

Yuck bolt is so keen to befriend accused pedos. This dude is not vindicated

[@PJRayment]

And the left is so keen to accuse people subsequently vindicated, as Houston-who was accused of being a pedo (that was his father)-was. And then demonise people for having sympathy for the wrongly accused. Disgusting.

[@betzaidadurkin2694]

May God's grace and forgiveness prevails. Jesus died for every sinner in this world. Thanks to the reporter for being kind and respectful.

[@elliotgray7980]

Great interview Andrew and thank you for covering this outcome. It is a shame that there hasn’t been as much media coverage about the outcome as there was when Brian Houston was charged. Bless you Brian for your service and dedication to the kingdom of God.

[@fionaforward3358]

The media loses interest once the person is found guilty.They control what we think by pushing their own agendas.Our media sadly are not journalists but political activists for their own beliefs.They hate Christian’s for a start so any poor Christian that errs is found guilty by the media before they even get in the court.

[@zanelowrey7871]

Love you Brian Houston! God still has a great future for you and your family! Your in my prayers!

[@margarethennessey5182]

Hate the man only by his rules and no one else’s.

[@ManplansGodlaughs]

Con-man/false prophet/loves money.

[@elmercura463]

Repent, God knows your heart. Our main enemy ir LUST

[@zanelowrey7871]

@@elmercura463 Stop ✋ with your insanity. Brian Houston is a brother in Christ

[@zanelowrey7871]

@@margarethennessey5182 You are very sad 😢

[@freedomofchoicelover3734]

Like Pell, he protected his father...Jail is the only option here, not move him on to anywhere in society where he can do it again

[@charlottebezuidenhout2690]

Praying for Ps. Brian Houston. I am really pleased he was found not guilty for this case . I guess a part of me wondered what I would have done if it was my beloved father. I hope I would have done the right thing. I am still concerned about the other allegations… I am still not comfortable with his responses regarding these… even though I have listened to hundreds of his sermons over the years and loved his preaching. I hope there is healing for all parties. ❤

[@MelRussell-os6wf]

The MSM didnt make anywhere near as much of a fuss when he was found innocent. In fact i didnt hear a thing about this till now.

[@estherderevencha7904]

I do not believe he should have had to carry the mess his father made. But there are questions that need to be answered sir. If you made a mistake and went Into wrong room, why in there 40 mins?? Next Text messages cannot be blamed on a tablet you took come on. You had to type it and send it to correct person.

[@bytejourneycodes]

I do feel sorry for pastor Brian, I am glad that he is now free from all this nonsense, afterall it was his dad's sins.

[@WKDMOUSE67]

Read your Bible let no man deceive you. The doctrine of Christ not twisted words. Hallelujah amen.

[@stevemack2566]

Yes, Brian, you love Jesus and His Church, and we’re believing your greatest days of life and ministry with Bobbie are still in front of you in Jesus’ name! As you said, you are a still a young man.

[@KJ-lb4tj]

At almost 70, not very young. Be great if he has more healthy years ahead.. But certainly not a young man.

[@elvismfuni4594]

After pastor Brain Houston has been through 😢My love for him as increased.God bless you and your family,the best is yet to come.

[@emmanuelleshak1897]

Same here!!❤😊

[@elvismfuni4594]

@@Monroe_Job true

[@martinandleesmith9609]

Wow...the interviewer allows Brian Houston to answer. Novel these days...not trying to badger him or cut Brian Houston off with questions only half-answered. Well done Bolt Report. Ok, Brian Houston has been acquitted of the charge. Will the crooked media have the courage to apologise? Not likely.

[@chrisg4632]

Thank you great interview !

[@0555pink]

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You Andrew, for giving Brian the chance to be Heard, Here 👏👏👏👏👏

[@kerriferguson2023]

Will Andrew Bolt now also give some of those whom Houston treated like garbage over his time as leader of Hillsong time to be heard as well???????

[@geoffstokes]

Hats off to you brother for being so transparent. I personally had heard about this incident but didn't know the truth. I am satisfied now that I know it.

[@kerriferguson2023]

With the greatest of respect to you Geoff, you have NOT heard the truth. There was tampering with the facts again in this interview. Do contact those who have personal and first hand knowledge of these matters.

[@geoffstokes]

@@kerriferguson2023 ok