Televangelist Jesse Duplantis asking for $54M for private jet

Televangelist Jesse Duplantis is asking his followers for $54 million for a new private jet. He's not the first minister to make a request for a private plane. CBS News correspondent Tony Dokoupil explains.
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[@TWDxKILL3R]

You know I don’t think Jesus Christ would need to “ride” anything, since he’s literally like....the son of God.

[@ElmoKnowsWhereYouLive5150]

People lack critical thinking skills.

[@leehighland5435]

Mark 13:26 “At that time people will see the Son of Man coming in clouds with great power and glory. Sounds to me like Jesus can fly.

[@-Maxi.exe03]

In an airplane perhaps?😅

[@levrai944]

@@leehighland5435exactly, and He wouldn’t even need to since he’s omnipresent

[@fluphybunny930]

Why does anyone give money to these people. If they are preaching with their hand out tell them to get lost. Bunch of con artists.

[@alwaysdisputin9930]

Because they are going to die. It's scary. They are desperate for salvation

[@MrTimebomb360]

FluphyBunny Amen, Exactly.

[@theblade9024]

Because these con men tell the people that they are "special". Very hard to convince the followers that this guy is a con man once the start believing because it means they are not special. Mild cult addiction.

[@loveisneverasin9092]

The Blade ...if you have this easy money all figured out, why are you staying at your job at Jack in the Box Hamburger chain?

[@PostTenebrasLux89]

Duplantis (and some others like him) teach that we are little gods who have creative power in our words. They teach that we can speak things in to existence if we exercise our faith. They twist Scripture to promulgate the prosperity gospel/word faith heresy. People flock to them because they enjoy having their ears tickled and hearing how great they are. They continue to sit under his teaching because they are biblically illiterate.

[@Reaper-3000]

They are really taking the "ask and you shall receive" to another level

[@drummer3249]

I love it how “the church” loves to ask the people with working jobs to pay for their buildings or update equipment but if someone is in need of help for paying something their pocket books are CLOSED…

[@tailwind12]

true. 54million$ home many homes say built at cost at 150K could got to injured veterans, needy, homeless and others. that would be 300+ homes that folks have forever. nope. a gas-guzzling aircraft. another show stated they flew to Hawaii over 50 times in it to "preach". you got to ask "who buys these guys" garbage and gives.? my uncle was a veteran and went to church (catholic) and registered parishioner for decades. asked for what would be reasonable assistance. "sorry" can not do. have a nice day.

[@linusmlgtips2123]

He previously owned 3 jets and wants a new one?!?! SNL please make a funny sketch out of this.

[@joemonroe9456]

Used up in his ministry.

[@angelpaige1500]

stay away from these scam artists

[@AlphaCentauri24]

Just like these televangelists & God have nothing to do with one another so is SNL & funny sketches.

[@muttslayer0121]

>snl >funny sketch Pick one

[@Cutepup4youplayz]

No 4

[@joesimo11]

Jesse Duplantis Net Worth: $50 Million. I tell you the truth, it is hard for a rich man to enter the kingdom of heaven. Again I tell you, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God.

[@david.pacheco]

Eye of a needle was the small door that was used to let travelers into a walled city after the gates were closed for the night. They would have to unpack their camels and then force the camels on their knees and through the smaller door. It was a tough but not impossible task.

[@joesimo11]

I just figure that with that kind of loose change in your pocket a person could do much more good in the world than begging for jets.. maybe all the misguided people bankrolling this kind of extravagance could too, but hey, maybe God does need a jet.?

[@69Timba]

What Jesus is saying in that verse is that you can't buy your way into heaven, read it in context to the whole chapter

[@danielbudd6253]

Ptguy0618 In 1 Timothy 6, it says that the love of money (aka greed) is the root of all evil. Money, in and of itself, is morally neutral. And Jesus Christ did not say that rich people are not allowed to enter Heaven. He said it would be very hard for a rich man to enter Heaven - hard enough to seem impossible. In the same passage (after the incident with the rich young ruler), Jesus Christ said, "With man, this is impossible. With God, all things are possible."

[@perrymasonxix5954]

Ptguy0618. It says in the New Testament.... "....the LOVE of money is the root if all evil". (Emphasis mine.) People usually leave out that little 4 letter word.

[@CutandShoot5x5]

Unfortunately if his “flock” believes his request is reasonable......they will pony up! How about using 54 million to help house the homeless, feed the hungry, educate the uneducated, train those without a skill, or put cloths on people’s backs! Just a suggestion (from Christ)! Selah

[@alwaysdisputin9930]

But then he'd have to use a regular airline like everybody else. Let the poor starve so that this preacher can travel in luxury. It's what Jesus would've wanted (sarcasm)

[@vannakr25]

Hope, he thinks the many of us out there.... absolutely, he is a money sucker....

[@CutandShoot5x5]

Ronald Strout I completely agree with your comment!

[@reyperez3424]

Gregory Maier Have you heard of Welfare?

[@CutandShoot5x5]

Rey Perez please elaborate!

[@mk3whitewide]

My pastor drives a camry. Although he flies economy commercial half way around the world to spread the world without any issues. Strange how some can do...

[@loveisneverasin9092]

mk3whitewide ...if you are the fruit of his labor then it is better he stay home.

[@bmxben187]

Wolf in sheeps clothing

[@wilson6448]

+Niecy Harvey Yeah right

[@bp791]

Niecy Harvey then go pay for his plane oh by the way he already has one he just wants a better one thanks come again

[@bmxben187]

I don't need to see or hear this "pastor" to know he's the wicked spoken about in the bible. So he can travel the world faster to spread the word. Lol, 54mill, lol, would Jesus ride a donkey, lol. Him and Joel Osteen will have a special place for them in the after life and it's not heaven.

[@lesliedodds4011]

niecy harvey this is a shame and a disgrace that this man is not only on his 4th jet but lives in mantions not just 1 this is not what christ was teaching he talked more against wealth lay not up treasures on earth but in heaven christ himself had NOWERE TO LAY HIS HEAD this is a blight on the true gospel we have missionares in foreign lands living in poverty trying to feed and win souls these people have there heaven now but christ will repay them ive said before that these devils are illumanti trained to deceive the elect of GOD COPELANDS another selling out to pope francis with his 23 jets and destroying the reformation disgrace

[@bmxben187]

Niecy Harvey Jesus came to end religion, not fortify it. I think he could spend that 54 million on bibles, books, missionaries, charities, homelessness, etc. If you think he needs it, you've been indoctrinated into his bullsh*t and don't truly understand the teachings of Jesus. Because Jesus would absolutely ride a donkey to his destination, he wouldn't need a G7.

[@luv2kamp930]

I didn't even pay that much for my batwing

[@mtsilvagt]

Batman Dark Knight +BattKnight, you're a hoot !

[@TheBoxingGuru]

LOL!

[@mooseman723]

Batman Dark Knight That's funny!!

[@roseimmad3079]

If you truly believe in God you will know that God would not approve of someone like this man

[@TylerMatthewHarris]

RoseFucken Mad that's your opinion

[@frauleinmona]

@Tyler Matthew Harris. So you believe that God WOULD approve of a GREEDY man asking his followers for money to selfishly buy him a jet instead of putting the money to something worthwhile? Like helping people who are less fortunate? Charities for the needy? Cancer research? Homeless children? Hunger? Your response doesn',t make sense.

[@niecyh2313]

Did you look at the sermon? You would have not left this. This message is old. I watched it two months ago, and he backs up everything in scriptures. He does know God. Just because he's blessed doesn't mean he don't know God! Get Jesus! Study the word for yourself! Repent Jesus Christ is coming back soon!

[@frauleinmona]

@Niecy Nash. Is your comment directed towards me or RoseFucken Mad?

[@brizzNcheese]

@@niecyh2313you need help.

[@bethmignot3603]

Finally someone who is responding like a true Christian

[@crtmojo2705]

How about you fly coach and we use the 54 million to save some souls.

[@pulidoleslie4673]

CRT Mojo Amen

[@braddahg]

$54 million is just the start. Doesn’t include flight crew, fuel, maintenance, and operations.

[@joemonroe9456]

They can fly to 10x as many places. Commercial has limited availability and locations.

[@heckinbasedandinkpilledoct7459]

If this was “church property”, then the laymen should have access to it. I remember growing up in churches that owned buses, and the church staff would pick people up who needed rides. If I am expected to donate my money for a 54 million dollar jet, I better have free tickets to Hawaii lol

[@pheleant]

I ask only one thing. Please do not think that this guy represents all Christians.

[@deeh6200]

I’d try to feed the homeless before I’d give my money to one of these con artist.

[@galaxymega1742]

I mustbe really high because I'm watching a South Park episode.

[@josephparker646]

The only time I donated towards a tool asked for by a minister was toward a freight jet for the international mission board. It’s actually used to distribute food and aid to third world countries.

[@ericprochnow]

"Lord I have done all those things that you speak of. What else must I do to enter the Kingdom of Heaven"? And Jesus told him: "Take all of your riches and give them to the poor and follow me". Notice how Jesus didn't say give your money to the church or priests!

[@niecyh2313]

You need to study the word more.

[@loveisneverasin9092]

rotweissrot100 ...I am try to think of a word you could understand, but nothing is happening.

[@TWDxKILL3R]

Eric Prochnow .... I agree.... tithing is giving to the needy and poor, and somehow churches have brainwashed people into believing that tithing is putting your cash into that little plate that gets passed around to the church. Churches also claim you have to be a “member” of their church so that no other churches will get your money. Not all churches are this bad, but a lot are.

[@zack256300]

His followers should tell him to sell the others 3 jets...😂

[@sassypants7581]

Hmm... Did you catch it when he said, "I've owned 3 privet jets"? Not this Church has owned 3 privet jets.

[@AccountWasHacked]

Yeah, and why would he need a 4th, seriously.

[@cadillacman028]

This guy used to be one of the best evangelists on TV. I used to love listening to him. Then the wealth came. And it's like he did a 180. Now he's just like all the other televangelists. Nothing but a crook. So sad

[@jeromelibrojo4048]

i cant even ask my mom for 1 dollar

[@eyloiw]

this is quite literally that south park episode. the one where they beg for donations for a new space cruiser to chase starvin' marvin and the boys through space.

[@se3939]

“It’s easer for a camel to go through the eye of a needle then it is for a rich man to get into heaven. “Jesus said this.

[@Beanmachine91]

from the word of god

[@Resonancu]

@@Beanmachine91 "from the word of god" it seems that you don't know anything about the word of God, since you didn't capitalize God you dishonor the lord, so that is the first sign. Secondly, the bible talks about A king named Soloman who asked for wisdom. And God said unto him, Because thou hast asked this thing, and hast not asked for thyself long life; neither hast asked riches for thyself, nor hast asked the life of thine enemies; but hast asked for thyself understanding to discern judgment; 1 KINGS 3:11. This shows us that God wants to bless us, He wants us to live like heaven on earth, brother, if you don't REPENT for the negativity that you spoke against this man of GOD ALMIGHTY then you are in danger of hellfire. Why then were you not afraid to speak against my servant Moses? And the anger of the LORD was kindled against them (Numbers 12:8-9) A servant of God is just a servant doing the will of His master. S/he is a vessel being used. Speaking against a servant of God is speaking directly against God. It is blaspheming the same God you claim to praise and worship. God punishes people severely for speaking against Him by speaking against His servants. In the Bible we see some examples with lessons to learn.

[@WilliamtheWorst]

False teacher.

[@Somerandomnobodyonyoutube]

"Money is the root of all evil so give me your money so i can buy a jet and get rid of all your evil money"

[@ferguslamont]

" My house shall be called a house of prayer but ye have turned it into a den of thieves" Matthew 21;13

[@paulanderson346]

This is just STRANGE ! Well , he is being very upfront and confident about what he wants in life , I give him that ! But it does seem very , very bizarre !

[@jeremiahhardin4453]

I'm actually waiting for the meltdown when he doesn't get his precious little jet. How bad will he criticize his congregation and tell them they're going to help for not giving towards his personal jet? Hopefully we'll fins out soon.

[@theperfectallamerican]

Hey! He got the jet! ;)

[@____Anonymous___]

This is why I don’t follow this type of people

[@deborrahbarker579]

He didn't ask for his followers for anything , he said he's believing for one and he doesn't have 3 jets , he's had 3 jets.

[@trumpetoftruthministries4039]

Deborrah, I guarantee if you go to his service, he will talk about it and take up offerings, don't be deceived by this greedy man.

[@deborrahbarker579]

Trumpet of Truth Ministries , let me ask you something , do you think we are supposed to put our brothers and sisters to an open shame? I'm not necessarily in agreement with theses planes, mansions, expensive cars and on and on , but if we are throwing stones aren't we just as guilty?

[@joshuafitz9084]

Oo Lord won't you buy me a Mercedes-Benz... No scrap that, I what a 54M Falcon Jet... Come on people.. Can't u see he whats to join the Mile High Club 😁

[@fais6964]

If he gets the band Sexual Chocolate on that jet .....it’s a valid request -

[@PortmanRd]

I can't help but get the feeling that their congregations will actually be only to willing to reach for wallets and cheque books.

[@PuzzlePicture]

Bring him a ostrich into his assembly house led by a formally dressed Pilot and proclaim through a Loud speaker “your bird has arrived!”

[@fishbones77]

Yes, everyone remember how Jesus was always riding his donkey around spreading the gospel. A donkey, obviously the Cadillac of the day, not a War Horse like the Jews believed he would be riding. He rode the donkey as a sign of peace, meekness, and humility not because it was efficient. Anyone who thinks Jesus riding the donkey in his day as the premier mode of transportation and uses that as justification for buying an airplane is seriously missing the point of Jesus' ministry.

[@Resonancu]

The bible talks about A king named Soloman who asked for wisdom. And God said unto him, Because thou hast asked this thing, and hast not asked for thyself long life; neither hast asked riches for thyself, nor hast asked the life of thine enemies; but hast asked for thyself understanding to discern judgment; 1 KINGS 3:11. This shows us that God wants to bless us, He wants us to live like heaven on earth, brother, if you don't REPENT for the negativity that you spoke against this man of GOD ALMIGHTY then you are in danger of hellfire. Why then were you not afraid to speak against my servant Moses? And the anger of the LORD was kindled against them (Numbers 12:8-9) A servant of God is just a servant doing the will of His master. S/he is a vessel being used. Speaking against a servant of God is speaking directly against God. It is blaspheming the same God you claim to praise and worship. God punishes people severely for speaking against Him by speaking against His servants. In the Bible we see some examples with lessons to learn.

[@rexpontiusful]

Only in America ;-)

[@alwaysdisputin9930]

i think some Indian sects bought their guru a jet?

[@ericrivers8883]

Mother teresa was quoted as saying she like to see her people suffer because it makes them closer to God as she died she had the best healthcare money could buy

[@TheJimmybeatz]

American Christainaity is so watered down

[@revprince2]

Naw u should see how rich some of those African preachers are. Anywhere there is poverty, preachers get rich.

[@blackagendermuslim7198]

if it is for the ministry then its not private. I am going to want to use it too

[@TheTallMan50]

What does he need with a jet when we have cable and the internet?

[@ermaallen537]

TheTallMan35 Not all people have cable or internet service. Or access to either.

[@TheTallMan50]

Erma Allen And your point is...what?

[@ElhuSCIENCE]

I was going to write a joke, but I can't even think of one. This is simply deplorable.

[@blancarey8003]

SGDR Is beyond That , I can’t even make a Logic Comment .. .. my breind is in chock 😳😢🤔😂

[@Somerandomnobodyonyoutube]

Thats ok because people like him are too dumb to get jokes anyway

[@johnharbeybalase9550]

I believe jesus will not ride a donkey Nor use a plane He will use the internet Its cheaper And he would donate those money to the poor

[@erikj7006]

Right? Every day I spread the word to my employees across the globe using the internet the Skype, FaceTime, email, etc. (Can I have my $54 million jet now?)

[@loveisneverasin9092]

John Harbey Balase ...the Internet costs more to set up and operate than every Private Jet in the World combined. Stop the excess and get a jet.

[@isaacavendano2240]

John Harbey Balase Jesus Christ is the same yesterday today and forever if he rode a donkey he will still ride one today. The Love of Money is the root of evil..

[@Kimmie47Bruce]

Where is the video that shows him asking them for money?

[@RMDfor20]

I want to be filthy rich!! 💎💲 I'm going to become a Televangelist.

[@c0br41]

Is he comparing himself with Jesus?

[@realnewyorkbarbie9330]

We do His Work technically He provides everything to us

[@wilson6448]

Lol, I bet he doesn't believe in the existence of God at all. Just like in the time of the Mayans, educated people would use their knowledge of science to scare the crap out of most people and become kings to them and treated like gods.

[@avoiceup3222]

Wilson their God is death, that’s actually their ruler a very real entity. Science is nothing more than a point of view, the rulers of the dead do not subscribe to reason but they subscribe to the Sun of death and all he offers, primarily control over others to do their will.

[@niecyh2313]

Yes he does. If you don't watch his sermons then you have no room to speak about this man of God!

[@wilson6448]

+Niecy Harvey Are you trying to be funny or are you actually idiotic?

[@richardeast3328]

Niecy Harvey He's a charlatan, all prophets are either liars or they are delusional.

[@goodgirlkay]

Niecy Harvey LMBAO! If you're not trolling...how much money have you contributed to this "man of god"?

[@MayorOfMoetown]

i guess i didnt actually hear him say that..

[@blancarey8003]

MayorOfMoetown me nether , no way to process my brain ....

[@eliyafethsoto1309]

But you already have THREE airplanes to preach your "message"...

[@ingridmonster429]

What an ashole.

[@wanderingquestions7501]

Fake Christian.

[@alwaysdisputin9930]

Exactly "ME ME ME I'm the most important one. I need expensive luxury" - this preacher worships himself & makes offerings to himself

[@nimde8961]

He should ask Santa.

[@helixjc]

I need a 54 million dollar jet, a mansion and should not have to work to earn them......then I woke up, bah!

[@The72Rabbit]

What can a man profit if he gains the whole world and loses his own soul? Is this what God wants Jessie Duplantis to do? Is Jessie fasting the wrong way for an airplane and not follow Isaiah 58? Is it a fast that I have chosen, A day for a man to afflict his soul? Is it to bow down his head like a bulrush, And to spread out sackcloth and ashes? Would you call this a fast, And an acceptable day to the Lord? “Is this not the fast that I have chosen: To loose the bonds of wickedness, To undo the [c]heavy burdens, To let the oppressed go free, And that you break every yoke? Is it not to share your bread with the hungry, And that you bring to your house the poor who are [d]cast out; When you see the naked, that you cover him, And not hide yourself from your own flesh? Then your light shall break forth like the morning, Your healing shall spring forth speedily, And your righteousness shall go before you; The glory of the Lord shall be your rear guard. 9 Then you shall call, and the Lord will answer; You shall cry, and He will say, ‘Here I am.’ “If you take away the yoke from your midst, The [e]pointing of the finger, and speaking wickedness, If you extend your soul to the hungry And satisfy the afflicted soul, Then your light shall dawn in the darkness, And your [f]darkness shall be as the noonday. The Lord will guide you continually, And satisfy your soul in drought, And strengthen your bones; You shall be like a watered garden, And like a spring of water, whose waters do not fail.

[@starraider2291]

Scammer.

[@beingmarilyngail8470]

No crime in asking...Jesse pay off my mortgage...I'll wait.

[@johndoereviewer4316]

OMG are people that stupid to give money to those scammers?!? Unbelievable!!

[@STho205]

In the statement, this minister negates his personal testimony of his entire faith. If the Lord Jesus Christ was to spread the word directly to the entire world himself, then his miracles would include bilocation and miraculous teleportation. Why would God need a jet? I'm not casting aspersions on the Christian faith, but on the revealed window into this man's faith in the Trinity. We all know he is a huxter. Many non faithful assume most of the faith are like this man. They are not. The rebuttal of the theologian at the end was well and tastefully included. Good editing CBS.

[@privacyvalued4134]

I was about to stop watching this video until I read your second paragraph about a rebuttal. Thanks.

[@VehementAbyss]

What does God need with a starship? XD

[@FREEDOM-23]

Why be contented with 54 million plane, go with a 600 million A380 Airbus, there's more room and amenities for the works of God, praise the Lord of the golden ring!

[@davedeatherage4902]

All I know is my cousins daughter wanted to go to summer camp, and her parents work full time and couldn't afford the children's camp for their little girl, the little girl wrote pastor Jesse Duplantus, and told her story about camp, and he sent her full camp fees!! Now to me that's a good man! My cousins girl lives in Texas, pastor Jesse lives in Louisiana.

[@Quoteory]

Going by the average summer camp price in Texas the price would be 2,500, and the Jet costs 54,000,000 so he only gave her 0.000046 the price of the jet which is like nothing I still respect that he paid for it though, but imagine how much more people he could help out with the amount of money the jet costs

[@davedeatherage4902]

@@Quoteory I haven't the problem with the jet or the cost of it the man practices what he preaches, .... And exit exhibits love to perfect strangers, and preaches God's Gospel,

[@hemidas]

An idea of stake burning seem so appealing all of sudden.

[@franciscobobadilla8598]

Well the,bible said false teachers,will came,in my name ,jesus, jesus is coming !!

[@trumpetoftruthministries4039]

Francisco. Amen Matthew 24:5, God Bless.

[@sonsofliberty0788]

I just sent this guy my paycheck. I urge all of you to do the same. We have got to support these preachers who are trying to save souls and preach the gospel.

[@schiller2222]

Are you joking?

[@Blades729]

sonsofliberty 078 Yes gonna sell my house and all my savings are going to be sent to him. I would rather be homeless and starving to death, but so happy that he can put his caboose in a new jet.

[@Micklemoose]

Judging from his profile, I think he is serious. SAD

[@trumpetoftruthministries4039]

sonsofliberty, I'm 66 and I beat the streets in New Orleans, I give out Bibles, tracts and $10.00 McDonalds food cards, send me your pay check and watch my you tube channel and you can see where your money is being used for.

[@selfishstockton6123]

It costs nothing to ask But no one is forcing anyone to give anyways

[@eliasmoubarak946]

I donated a dollar last time the pastor asked for money 😂

[@skaarahoon7635]

 "All religion, my friend, is simply evolved out of fraud, fear, greed, imagination, and poetry." - Edgar Allan Poe

[@alwaysdisputin9930]

My religion explains how to be loving-hearted & compassionate to everyone. These attitudes protect society. Systems that promote these attitudes are very wise. Therefore Poe's wrong. He didn't try the good stuff

[@frauleinmona]

Poe was a great poet, but very wrong about religion.

[@skaarahoon7635]

frauleinmona oddly enough Poe was very spiritual. He just hated organized religion. E.I. a 56 million dollar jet.

[@frauleinmona]

@Chad Nelson. Yes. I believe I remember reading that Poe was indeed, a spiritual man.

[@jjur5406]

And the religion of Atheism is the most corrupt of all.

[@mohammadmiruka4963]

😂😂😂😂 oh Jesus come back we need you here.

[@JohnGStubbs]

Pastor Duplantis, what about 54,000 to meet the needs of my Church. That would take us a "Long Way."

[@TheCrucifiedSniping]

I think everyone is misunderstanding this

[@gatewaysolo104]

Insert sweeping generalizations about 3 billion people here

[@JulioGarcia]

2 Peter 2:3 English Standard Version (ESV) "And in their greed they will exploit you with false words. Their condemnation from long ago is not idle, and their destruction is not asleep". They give the way of truth a bad name. They’re only out for themselves. They’ll say anything, anything, that sounds good to exploit you. They won’t, of course, get by with it. They’ll come to a bad end, for God has never just stood by and let that kind of thing go on.

[@glennpresley2103]

Only three jets ? Poor guy, maybe he should start a go-fund-me.

[@airguitarsalesman]

I think this guy is a troll, this is hilarious.

[@lzyleo8]

Preacher tell you to pray for yours, but he ask for his...hilarious!!!

[@catalinul5700]

When someone says that He needs money to preach the Word of God, that person has no knowledge of the true nature of God and His amazing power.

[@sixfoursoul2538]

He could just preach by sending a bulk e-mail for a $65 monty internet subscription.🤷‍♂

[@susandumbill8805]

No one really needs to be there in person every time, to preach the Good News of Jesus. Derek Prince was doing this via Radio for a long time, and was reaching many. These people know that the internet is the new way, so jets etc are not necessary. We all need to pray, so that God by His Holy Spirit reaches those living "off-grid" in any sense of the word. That doesn't cost anything.

[@BigDon67]

I can't believe people are stupid enough to keep sending these crooks their money.

[@scottheld4837]

For out of the darkness and into the light ; an wolf in sheep's clothing likes to take flight. Amen

[@marcusharmon8389]

He may get a new jet but he will also get a brand new home when he dies in HELL well done jesse !!!!

[@jessestrange1646]

You'll know them by their fruits. Enough said.

[@Licmyhole]

Think of the amount of food housing and medical care that could have provided for the needy people of this nation

[@amutah8063]

This is so wrong and unbelievable that it makes me wanting to donate him money to buy his jet.

[@fahadnazir3912]

i am living here in Malaysia since 2017. i have take a uno here.i am refugee here. i am alone . i am liveing here very critical condition. i have no proper job here. i am facing many problems here. i am living in rent house. now my owner asking me to give rent of the house. i have no money to pay him. i want to take another place to room but this time i have no money this time. please help me little bit to pay my rent of the house. i will be very thankful to God and you.

[@MrTerdherder]

Very very shameful!

[@ltethan649]

The capability of the human mind is truly beyond imagining.

[@richardjohnson909]

For his flock, it is hard not to believe in him, but to believe him is absurd.

[@ettaphil9586]

Go to the jet shop and buy one. Only $54,000,000

[@colinmoore5991]

New car, caviar, four-star daydream, Think I'll buy me a football team

[@handysantoso5789]

Damn, I choose the wrong profession !!!

[@numarkaz]

Does he know how many loaves and fishes $54 mil could buy?

[@armandosanchez8940]

At his age he need something faster , what he needs is a radioactive spider, or a dose of radiation, the hulk preacher or something like that

[@Dallas-wu6st]

If anyone gives this guy a penny is nothing but a fool.

[@tonylawson8116]

It takes $5,000 an hour to use a private jet. Cheaper than buying a commercial flight ticket? I think not! There are verifiable reports that Duplantis has taken several vacations to destinations such as Hawaii. Let that sink in.

[@press1500]

If you gave $1 to this con artist, you deserved to be ripped off

[@MH-ru8he]

Some preachers are the best salesmen.

[@VE1066]

Religion has been one of the worst thing for man kind.

[@billg7813]

Even the founder of the prosperity doctrine, Kenneth Hagin, called out these preachers in his book The Midas Touch. This is a book you will not find in the "book stores" at the conventions these evangelists hold. Hagin said these people took what he said and drove it all the way across the road and into another ditch of error

[@scosoexterior9125]

He is asking for it. If people give it oh well. At least he isn’t stealing it from taxpayers like most senators.

[@AUClay]

Hahahaha! I think Jesus asked his followers to give up their earthly possessions and follow him!

[@compasslife6658]

As a Christian, I am ashamed of this.

[@jimrockford4968]

Where do i send the check to? Jesse? I want to help. Give me the address! Praise God!