The RIGHT Way to Deal with a JEZEBEL SPIRIT

[@RMB5775]

All the men should have walked out when the pole dance started and demanded their money back!

[@Missy-sx9zv]

They didn't. That's why Mark had to do it publicly

[@omegaforce1262]

What in heaven’s name are they doing there in the first place?!?!?!?!?!

[@neobailey5268]

Good place to start

[@someguy_7765]

Yeah I was also shocked that they stayed. Even weirder when they were shouting in support of Driscoll, because it implies that they knew it was evil but chose to stay.

[@christiankaitshepard7496]

Yelp review this James r

[@mariabono53]

That show was demonic and a seductive spirit.

[@renayeblack5906]

yep, and sacrilegious. Just like Pastor Mark said..the spirit of jezebel.

[@NHRA_JEEP]

​@renayeblack5906 Seriously, educate yourself. Jezebel is a person. She was married to King ahab in the Old Testament. She's dead and buried. That's it!

[@tonyfair487]

This would have been of no benefit to any member of the audience that may be struggling with their own sexuality.

[@JLa7257]

​@@NHRA_JEEPHave you read Revelation? Jezebel is a spirit.

[@NHRA_JEEP]

@JLa7257 Jezebel was married to king ahab in the Old Testament. She's dead & buried! She was person just like us.

[@linefortier46]

It’s interesting that Mark was stopped by the pastor but the pole dancer wasn’t!!!

[@ok.s4830]

Good point

[@neostiny6076]

It shows you where that church is at spiritually.

[@Gr8Grahams]

Same spirit.

[@wayneedanielssr]

The pastor was embarrassed. It would have been better if the pastor had stood up and repented for allowing this pole to be erected in the first place. There was a spirit of pride in the church exemplified in the pastor. It needed to happen. Satan was exposed.

[@kell1ful]

We attend Driscoll’s church Per his report, he plans his sermons, one year in advance. God knew what was gonna happen and ordained pastor Mark to be there-speak truth-call it for what it is! I’m sad-the Missouri pastor didn’t stand up and stop that nonsense-when a man takes his shirt off on stage at church. That’s a big red flag.

[@renayeblack5906]

Amen

[@Missy-sx9zv]

Tell pastor Mark that I believe he spoke as a prophet on stage and that he didn't have to bow to any spiritual authority other than the direction of the Holy Spirit. A man's authority over a church ends where the Holy Spirit begins. It was a public display. It deserved a public rebuke. The audience needed to have sown seeds uprooted.

[@berealrb1496]

He invited the guy, why would he?

[@Maddy-gd6ci]

💯 2 Timothy 4:2-5. Preach the word; BE PREPARED in SEASON & OUT of season; CORRECT, REBUKE and encourage-with great patience and careful instruction. For the time will come when people Will NOT put up with SOUND doctrine.

[@brendayabe1808]

Sin is sin in whatever form let's call it that. Leaders should not use the church as a platform to advance the devil's agenda.

[@laurendavis771]

His literally said "This is not a rebuke. This is an observation." It got turned into a "how dare you rebuke me publically!?!" by the guilty pastor.

[@kenethsoberano]

Yep. Instant Holy Spirit conviction of someone that is emotionally weak and has a fragile sense of self.

[@Witchslayer007]

FACTS!

[@WALKTHEWALK-nj3oi]

It should of been a rebuke.

[@jennm3321]

​@WinterstonecallingIt's telling of the times we are in. The Bible speaks of the future Abomination of Desolation in the Holy Temple by the Antichrist. Knowing that the Antichrist will be so very cunning as to deceive even the elect if not for the grace of God, this should serve as a warning to us all to keep our guard up against these things and not to be drawn in by them.

[@jimburden3428]

The Lord Knows 🙏🏼

[@missymama6492]

I’m absolutely shocked, stunned and mortified that this was a Christian men’s conference and the men there are so desensitized to this evil spirit that they didn’t have the guts to walk out. This is what porn addiction does to men, yes, even Christian men. Disgusting! Thank you for bringing it to our attention. What a wake up call.

[@MULTIFACETEDCORNER_WITHMRSWELA]

True. They are being desensitized to evil

[@DJF-eb4ln]

Shows you the heart condition of this church. Teach holiness. Teach sanctification. Teach about the refiners fire! “…something’s wrong here”🤔

[@BellaDixonCox]

whatever that is... anyway they need to repent. fr

[@louisewerth3221]

Praying that no weapon formed against Mark Driscoll will prosper. Thankyou Lord that what the enemy means for harm you will work together for good for those that love you.

[@linda4853]

Amen! Well said. As a Christian woman I would have been blown away if the same thing had happened at a women’s conference. Why do people think we always have to be entertained…isn’t the word of God enough to show us what real strength is. God help us and forgive us all

[@smiley27b]

Amen, sister! I've been saying the same thing for the last couple years about believers who demand to be entertained at church, conferences, etc. LORD help us 🙏🏼

[@AkSonya1010]

I keep asking people would they feel the same way if a woman had performed. I am so confused why more were not offended by the performance right away.

[@hopesierra338]

AMEN

[@AdrieneJones-i7p]

Amen 🙏🏾

[@janicefischbach]

As a wife, it would have disturbed me. I pray for my husband to be strengthened to prevail over the world. It is horrible to find it in church...yet the OT talks about the idolatry that existed in the temple. I am thankful for Pastor Driscoll's ministry which empowers my husband to protect me, our children and our grandchildren.

[@ruth8753]

I hope many more people begin to quit tolerating this spirit, in our homes as well.

[@MRPBDB]

They should have shut it down immediately call it out for exactly what it is. Totally disgusting. Total disgrace to the pulpit. Driscoll was too kind and too respectful. I'm glad he spoke out.

[@faciemus5725]

If I were at an event like this where it started off with a stripper, I'd be getting up and leaving. That's just not acceptable!

[@UmamiPapi]

Refund!!

[@Willyoustandintheend]

That’s what I do not understand and that a pastor of all people did this in this time and age with everything that modern men are dealing with is just beyond

[@AdrieneJones-i7p]

Amen 🙏🏾👏🏽👏🏽

[@DJF-eb4ln]

Same. Yes!

[@BellaDixonCox]

Fr, sameeeeeeee

[@TruthSeeker54]

Honestly, I’m disheartened that the crowd did not recognize that opening show was not in sync with the Christian conference…… in my opinion, they all should have rebuked that and exited. Kudos to him for speaking out about it humbly and honestly. God saw it all! And the devil is bold- we must stand up against these things!!

[@emilypaige623]

They were bewitched by a seducing spirit

[@janicefischbach]

I bet some were uncomfortable. Hearing the pushback against Pastor Lindell kicking him off stage, I think many felt some level of conviction and confirmation.

[@DeepThinkersClub]

I feel like Mark was put on the spot and thought the performance would mean he was supportive of it, if he didn’t say anything.

[@michellehightower2535]

The spirit of Ahab (that pastor) will always hate and be offended by the Spirit of Elijah (Mark Driscoll)

[@TimothyZier]

So proud of you for addressing this! This is the time and season we are in. Evil must, and I mean must be confronted exactly as Mark Driscoll did. Thank you!

[@marlanabeasley1790]

Amen

[@renayeblack5906]

Amen

[@tljrow5702]

But I’m sad he went back

[@christiankaitshepard7496]

Then yelp review this James river church.

[@michellefay7669]

Do not speak to anyone but God. The WHOLE story is not fully out. Both sides had points. Both sides made mistakes Both sides need to reconcile with God first. There was blindness to choose this act, but not intentional. there was poor communication from and by Mark afterwards in further conversations and texts, that defeats the purpose of confronting compromise, but diverted conversation to bad behavior. Satan wants to deflect the REAL ISSUE. Its about compromise not a person or an event. James took it personally, and then mark began making bad choices in his defense. WRONG both ways. The REAL ISSUE IS HOLINESS AND HONORING GOD!

[@Xuberance60-MD]

Pastor Mark was so humble, so hurt and, I believe fully in touch with the heart of God. He handed this with optimum Grace!!

[@paulan7218]

pastor Mark was trying to promote his newest book. That’s what this whole thing was about.

[@svetlanaselivanov82]

@@paulan7218😅😅😅that’s the funniest comment I ever heard. I think he could have done it in a different way if he was trying to promote his new book.

[@BellaDixonCox]

@@svetlanaselivanov82 fr tho

[@daughterofTheLion]

Pastor Mark has been a part of this show since 2017. This is a publicity stunt on Mark's part and he's done this kind of thing in the past including lying on other ministries and accusing them when what actually happened was fully captured on camera, then he lied on the other ministry. That's not to say he wasn't right about this particular thing and the other Pastor openly lied about the man that was on the pole and he himself testified to the fact that he does not have and children and didn't witness to anyone because that's not how he believes. It's a liars mess! We don't need skinny jeans and fog machines to learn how to serve Jesus. That is Jezebel! The whole showbiz thing, and it has nothing to do with Biblical manhood.

[@wingedinfinity777]

​@@paulan7218He has plenty of press already. Very doubtful what you said.

[@amberkanoe]

Mark was so bold yet humble addressing this.

[@hestersue5563]

AMEN, GOD BLESS Mark Driscoll

[@berealrb1496]

I agree!! He had self control when addressing this immoral act. Whoa. If Jesus were there I think some tables may have been turned.

[@susiefox2475]

I'd like to know who thought that 'performance' brought any glory to Christ? It was poor taste at a Men's Christian event, unless it wasn't. a Christian Retreat?

[@PatC-yi4fq]

Exactly

[@sandysimoes4662]

Amen ✝️🕊

[@cynthiabehr1870]

Yes!!! Well said! They were disgracing the House of God!

[@ChrisG1122]

He definitely would be turning the tables at the in-house Starbucks!!!

[@beckicomeaux8911]

The word of god is to reprove, rebuke. The truth will set men free. Not a watered down gospel. Mark may have handled it with a tempered spirit but It should have been called out. We have to snatch these people from going to hell. I’m so sick seeing this. The apostles spoke boldly and rebuked sin. The church will be shaken soon! Lord have mercy on us!!

[@Maddy-gd6ci]

💯 2 Timothy 4:2-5. Preach the word; BE PREPARED in SEASON & OUT of season; CORRECT, REBUKE and encourage-with great patience and careful instruction. For the time will come when people Will NOT put up with SOUND doctrine.

[@fluffybirdie]

@@Maddy-gd6ciWOW! Perfect!❤

[@pstroybrewer]

@@Maddy-gd6ci Amen, Blessings

[@juliebaxter00]

Don't be Luke warm....

[@jesusreignsoveraustralia]

First video of yours I’ve watched. You’ve explained it the best I’ve heard. I totally agree, Mark Driscoll was very humble and respectful. I’ve just watched the video that the Pastor from James River just put up and he is tearing Mark to pieces internationally! I’m in Australia watching this and thinking how obvious it is which pastor has humility and a fear of God and a man who is an obvious narcissist and wanted to destroy Mark. We just had a Bishop stabbed live in Sydney and he wants to make sure everyone knows he forgives the radicalised youth and is praying for him, then there is a pastor who was embarrassed so is doing all he can to destroy a man of God. I haven’t been able to stop thinking about this for days and just speechless at how anyone could think it was ok to open a men’s conference like that, like seriously, what the?..

[@mannyleon2122]

Today is the first day I could watch the clip in its entirety. We need to repent and then repent again

[@juliechild4646]

I agree. The majority of the men in that conference should have rebuked that spirit before Pastor Mark even made it to the stage! I believe he did the most honoring thing in an honorable way when he spoke the truth---fearing God instead of man

[@vickihogan8207]

And yet they all showed back up the next day.

[@Willyoustandintheend]

Week men satanic leadership but at least we know where we are at as a church

[@beachluver149]

Consensus I keep hearing is performance was repulsive to those that are saved

[@Habitation333]

My first thought is what are they doing in private to think this is acceptable for a church meeting. I'm so shocked at how many men not only sat there and partook of this but thought it ok to come back next night. I totally believe that mark Driscoll was right on in pointing out the error in what was going on.

[@nancym4049]

Agree.

[@tammywright1188]

I am so proud of you Pastor Troy. You too took your time, reflected, prayed and studied the situation before sharing. Such a Jesus move! 🙏🏼 I am not a pastor or a man. But I was a good sinner. I went to strip clubs with my husband many times before we were saved by Grace! 🙌🏼🐑🩸✝️ This was a moment that represented the darkness. The devil walked into that arena and started the “show” to let everyone know, he is the god of this world and he will go where he pleases. I applaud the Pastor who spoke up and he has his reward waiting for him in heaven. Clearly this was a “get behind me Satan” moment for him and he did well to say so. Amen! Thank you Pastor Troy for sharing your heart and wisdom on this matter. Blessings 🖖🏼 and peace ✌🏼 on you! 🙏🏼

[@renayeblack5906]

Very well said. :)

[@pstroybrewer]

Thank you Tammy, Blessing to you and yours ❤

[@pstroybrewer]

Blessings and peace on you my friend.

[@cynthiabehr1870]

Please tell Issue Mark that we support him, that even the audience was saying let him speak. I've only heard him 5x and he is always on point. God clearly speaks thru him.

[@cynthiabehr1870]

I also agree with every word this lady commented!!! Truth!!!

[@Curiousreader123]

We could learn a thing from Mark on how he handled this situation. Well done Mark

[@sherryshelton4797]

He walked back what he said. The end of the video the next morning he apologized for saying what he said…. Broke my heart that he walked back what he said. And him and Lindell were fine… it was mind blowing

[@Curiousreader123]

@@sherryshelton4797 why would mark walk back what he said. He was most gracious on how he handle that Jeez situation.

[@sherryshelton4797]

When you watch the concert he next after he was told to leave, he and the Lindell are on stage together and he apologized for saying what he said on stage and not telling Lindell first. Lindell is like a father to Mark. He stayed at the conference. Watch that video and see.. I was in shocked that he was even still there . Anyone still being there actually….

[@sherryshelton4797]

He was graceful and I was so proud that he took a stand and then the next day came and now I can’t even believe he was still there and backed down..

[@Curiousreader123]

@@sherryshelton4797 he probably won’t ever go back to that church. Everyone knew he was right and if the pastor told him he was to get off the stage on count of what he graciously said well the pastor has a jeez spirit on himself and I guess he might be slowly bringing it in his house like he’s testing to see how the audience will accept men acting inappropriate with a pole . I think we should pray for the pastor of that church to repent and leave these demonic actions out of the church.

[@stephenwade6957]

Was not right to invite guest speakers to an event where they pull this garbage. Pastor Mark had every right to be upset. I’m sure he didn’t know about the strip show performance beforehand.

[@Missy-sx9zv]

To be fair most of the team probably had no idea what the act actually entailed until it was over.

[@stephenwade6957]

@@Missy-sx9zv if nobody knew what he was going to perform that’s an even bigger problem

[@christiankaitshepard7496]

No body knew? A stripper pole was put up.... he took his shirt off in front of the underage and did a upside down cross sliding down the pole. Yelp review these people at James river church.

[@rachelhicks4155]

Sadly, Mark Driscoll stayed, apologized to the "pastor" ( term used lightly) and he stayed and preached. Why? Why would any self respecting man of GOD stay through any of that conference?

[@elizabethquinlan5126]

@@Missy-sx9zvThey aren’t very discerning if they didn’t realize this was completely wrong!

[@ceciliamullanaphy1171]

Pastor Driscoll is courageous and spoke up appropriately. Bless him.

[@Tina-ez5pg]

My question to everyone is........If Jesus were to have walked down the center aisle...walked up to the altar and sat down in a chair eyes looking at everyone watching on.....would YOU be comfortable with that 'presentation' going on right in front of him and in between He and your eyes watching it??????? Your answer determines the state of who and where you are....period.

[@laurendavis771]

God saw them planning it and He used Mark to point it out. Because of the fuss made over it by the guilty... more than just the conference is aware of what happened. Now we need someone to address the coffee bars and rock concert light shows that happen every Sunday in the name of worship.

[@annette_lovesjesus222]

Exactly. I think Jesus would have definitely flipped some poles and some chairs.

[@darrellcollins877]

Same thing I said ! Not right for Jesus and not right for his Brothers !

[@rachelhicks4155]

​@@laurendavis771, and the skinny jeans and fog machines. 🤦. It's all so unnecessary, in my opinion. I just want the word of GOD to be taught....we all need that!!!

[@melindatarnow5713]

Good point!!!

[@DeborahLaymon]

The religious are circling their wagons to protect their own and defend their ignorance to the spiritual darkness and warfare that has penetrated the church. Thank you for wisdom to the body of Christ. On point!

[@DJF-eb4ln]

Well said. Sheep or goats? God help the church!

[@doreencaputo2942]

The crowd was chanting "bring Mark back!"

[@kenethsoberano]

That's the only reason John Lindell had to go get Mark.

[@carmell51]

Yes, I believe they were telling Pastor John to get off the platform, but I wasn’t there, but it’s the way it seemed

[@moniquefleming3738]

​@@carmell51 The audience was yelling for Lindell to get off the podium. What should have happened was those men should have walked out, told the stripper to get off the stage. The men in the audience did nothing. Letting evil reign.

[@christiangibbs391]

2 Chronicles 7:14 "Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land." 🙏❤️

[@donnadickson3918]

When I saw this for the first time yesterday I immediately thought of Elijah and the prophets of Baal. And my spirit was so grieved. Mark did a great job calling it out. Thank you for addressing this for the body of Christ ! 🙏❤️

[@Lktaylor69]

My husband and I have been members of James River Church for 4 years. Attending the Joplin campus. When I heard about this, my heart was ripped out of my chest. I feel I've been douped. And then Lindell gets up on Wednesday night to address the congregation, of which my husband was there in person, and seemingly tries to "cover his bases." I talked to my daughter who lives in Lawrence, KS and asked her what she thought of that service and she said, basically, "he's a good liar." I said, "you think he's lying?" She said, "absolutely!" I said, "well, he's a good one then." Ya know, I've never known John to be deceptive, yet, I never thought I could be so douped either. Thank you for giving your thoughts concerning this. I believe ALL CHURCHES will need to come to grips with what God wants to do in these days. There's is NO ROOM for sin, hidden or revealed, in God's kingdom!

[@angellollar1083]

It is sad that Mark went back and apologized for what he did. That brings a spirit of confusion.

[@AE-pv9vc]

I think Mark Driscoll's response and seeing the aftermath of how weak men will respond when called out for their shenanigans was the best sermon for the rest of the men. Much was said that weekend, but his action was all that was taken away in everyone else's mind. Following Jesus will cost you everything

[@PatC-yi4fq]

Such a small price to pay!❤

[@stephendettweiler746]

Oh I would not have been back. I would have been gone right when it happened.

[@shelleyensley649]

Me neither!

[@kenethsoberano]

It's suppose to be a Christian mens event. Stay and confront it. Walking out would have been a weak move.

[@stephendettweiler746]

@@kenethsoberano not really. A walk out is a Protest. If one has the courage to walk out that is not a weak move. Only one person that we know of Confronted it on the next day. Driscoll who was shut down almost immediately. So in actuality the weakness is in all those men who neither Confronted nor Protested by leaving. If enough have the guts to leave the Conference then that is confrontation.

[@stephendettweiler746]

He was stating exactly what happened and that's it

[@henryjoseph3093]

How is this even a discussion? The level of deception is unbelievable, how a pastor can conceive doing this is beyond me!

[@terrymartin184]

Well, Mark was right on the way and wording. Just shows the world has changed the church instead of the church changing the world

[@lauralewis1999]

Thank you Jesus for Mark Driscoll, for empowering him to speak your truth and send out the warning to this demon spirit, and have the courage to correct his pears and their false judgement and compromise. This is how the remnant faithful need to stand!!!!

[@christinacordova6384]

I am proud of Mark and how he handled it as a true MOG. We need more people like him who are willing to call out questionable and abominable acts in Christian settings. He was right to do so, and I pray others will call things out when they see it, as Mark did, in a righteous way. Just remember, Jesus flipped tables after seeing things of the world taking place in His Father's house.

[@JoshuaPabst1776]

Mark was wanting to have a John the Baptist repentance moment and Revival would have broken out if it wasn't stopped! Thank you Jesus for boldness right now in the body of Christ!

[@HannahJH-gd2vt]

Thank God there are Christian men that are brave enough to stand up for what's right, even if they're few and far between!

[@anitasvendsen9962]

God bless Mark Driscoll for speaking the truth in love! I’m thankful you addressed this shocking situation while expressing an understanding for Mark D.’s uncomfortable position.

[@copper_lily]

God bless Mark Driscoll and his boldness in following God.

[@donnawinn6916]

We are living in perilous times. People are calling evil good, and good evil. We must stand up for Gods word, the TRUTH and it will set us free. We must humble ourselves and PRAY Christian’s . Thank you for addressing this Pastor Troy

[@onmywayhome6780]

So the pastor was more upset with Mark than the dancer.

[@DJF-eb4ln]

Call for the pastors resignation! It’s already a half-vacant pulpit anyway. Pastors like this need to be called out! Sheppards??! More like goat herders.

[@BellaDixonCox]

@@DJF-eb4ln fr

[@rainysunday6186]

Why would you would be upset with the dancer? He invited the dancer he wanted the dancer there.

[@SmalltownShanty]

It’s so so so sad . Praying for the church and the body of Christ .

[@susiefox2475]

Yes amen! Holy Spirit strengthen our spiritual leaders to be sheperds to lead in all Your ways Father we humbly ask in Jesus's name!🕊

[@sarahmoorman6936]

Makes me very sad too

[@boldchick101]

Every single man at that conference should have demanded their money back and left!

[@ninarosko]

Pastor Mark is a good man. HE’S GOD FEARING + BIBLE TEACHING. The world has become so sinful, and even more prideful. It makes REAL MEN appear oddly weird to their eyes, blows their minds… and then… they are victimized and offended! This was a public event which required a public rebuke. That was without question, the correct response.

[@christiangibbs391]

Hosea 4:6 "My people are being destroyed because they don’t know me. Since you priests refuse to know me, I refuse to recognize you as my priests. Since you have forgotten the laws of your God, I will forget to bless your children." 😢🙏❤️

[@maggiegreen7894]

Yesss and a good shepherd tell the truth

[@kathymolinaro6191]

Thank you Brother for speaking on this controversy. Having followed John River and Pastor Lindell and his ministry, I was taken aback by the choice of Christian entertainment chosen for their men’s conference. We need to pray for him and his congregation. God bless you bro Troy 🙏🏻

[@pstroybrewer]

God Bless you, Thank you

[@Maddy-gd6ci]

🎉🎉NO EXCUSE FOR THE HEAD PASTOR NOT TO KNOW, HE IS HELD Responsiable to who he puts in charge. Its disturing to hear that he had no idea, why would anyone in your staff think it would be a good idea to have a stripper & a pole. And then the Pastor shuts Mark down...Disgusting he did not allow him to correct.- No Reverence to a Holy God😢

[@MariaDupon-r8u]

Wow how is this possible. I am trying not have my mind blown. What has happened? How is this possible and accepted when so many men have to repent of pronography and sexual sin?

[@paulaschumacher5489]

When Pastor Mark first began to speak, there was much applause for what he was saying... before he was ordered off the platform. THOSE people agreed and may NOT have come back the second day. J/S

[@cws.4915]

Thank you for speaking out for the glory of God! God will not be mocked and all the men should’ve walked out immediately! 🙏🏾✝️

[@soteriamediaproductions6165]

I too am appalled at the fact the “men” didn’t exodus in droves when the dancer got on stage. The only reason I can think of, is, that they had free bud light in the foyer. Seriously, it really is hard to fathom why they did this and why it was allowed to go on.

[@fluffybirdie]

🤣Bud Light! I’m sorry but that WAS funny! If I had paid to go, paid to reserve rooms, flights, taken time off work and really wanted to hear the speakers- who had nothing to do with the stripper, I think I’d have walked out on the performance but come back to hear those I paid to hear. On the other hand, if I was local, I think I’d have walked out and not gone back. Just sayin’ Either way, I’d not go back to that church for another conference.

[@fluffybirdie]

It took SO MUCH 11:39 resolve and fortitude to *humbly* address what had to be dealt with. I agree- they likely missed an opportunity for an outpouring of the Spirit! So very sad.

[@robertflowers6297]

UNBELIEVABLE !!! NO WONDER PEOPLE HAVE STOPPED GOING TO CHURCH !!!! EVERY MAN SHOULD OF GOT UP AND WALKED OUT ( SHAMEFUL) CUDOS TO MARK !!!

[@hawj89]

I respect that you’re honest with us with the fact that you took it offensively at first and had a heart check. We don’t always get it right and I think this was a heart check for all of us.

[@ginabanks8594]

It didn’t end there. Both pastors got back on stage and essentially let everyone know Pastor Driscoll was rebuked and said he succumbed to the senior pastor. It’s like he was apologizing for how he handled the situation but the elephant in the room (the stripper) was never addressed and no apologies from the other pastor. How confusing for a room full of men

[@May-zp1mr]

Wasn’t the response by the pastor (to Pastor Mark) influenced by the spirit of baal (jezebel)...?

[@carolrobson3036]

I would say so..definitely influenced by Jezabel/Ball spirits. I so admire Mark's strength of faith and allegiance to Father God.

[@chriscampbell9191]

A pole dancer at a Christian men's conference? That's bizarre. And a male pole dancer, at that? What were they thinking? Were they thinking?

Honey TROY AIN'T PLAYING BOY lol 😂😂😂😂 gotta love a man of God who AIN'T SCARED

[@loukeeney6585]

for us simple people , I would of got up and left the church and if my husband was there and didn't leave after that , I'd be extremely disappointed and not even bother for either of us to return there ! So unacceptable !

[@renayeblack5906]

I agree.

[@Willyoustandintheend]

It’s ashamed that the men in the American church are so week to sin they can’t even see it when it’s staring them in there face will riding a pole

[@ballerinicesar1]

What a pity that the supposed men of God did not stand up to defend the pastor who unmasked what this dirty meeting has done. The pastor who asked him to stop talking should be defrocked and never teach again. If we who are part of the body of Christ do not expose the demons, who is going to do it? It is our responsibility, the least we should do since Christ died for us. We must face these demonic things. Brethren, let us stand against these aberrations.

[@brendam3225]

Man I love you in the Spirit of the Lord!! Thank you so much for addressing this and taking a stand against sexual immorality in the church!! Woo hoo!!!!!you’re the BEST Christian leader I am honored to heart you!!!!

[@katlyn57inParadise]

Thank you so much Pastor Troy. After watching it a couple of times, I DO AGREE with you. Another thing was Marc was addressing a PUBLIC happening. It wasn't a thing done in private. HE WAS RIGHT to try and address it publicly. Praying for all involved in this, ESPECIALLY THE PASTOR that "Ran him off" the stage.

[@deeb7423]

Amen! Thank you for addressing, yes he had the right to bring the attention of the jezebel spirit, who has a pole dancer at a men’s Christian event? Come on guys! The event scheduler needs to really pray about their next event🙏❤️🙏

[@havivben-chaim8672]

❤amen

[@renayeblack5906]

I agree with every word you said, Pastor Troy. God bless you and Pastor Mark and thank you for being men of integrity. ✝️🕊🙏

[@DJF-eb4ln]

Yes, thank you Pastor Troy for standing with the side of truth. What part 1 Peter 1:13-16 do we not understand? The pastor is the one who has the responsibility to apologize to Mark, the men’s attendees, his general assembly, and the rest of the church at large for the neglectful oversight. We as pastors can’t fear men’s opinions but rather fear God. This pastor should publicly renounce and apologize or resign. Resignation by disqualification as a shepard!

[@normalozano9719]

That shows you the state of that church.

[@Rapturewatch88]

Any pastor & leadership team who allows an ex male stripper to open a Bible believing mens conference with that kind of an act tells you their moral compass & discernment is way off course. If he allows that in public what’s going on in private ???

[@vickihogan8207]

A man who also frequents gay bars. The only way it would be appropriate is if the dancer was giving a testimony of salvation and redemption!

[@dianeditonno3569]

Is he even an X Stripper?

[@fluffybirdie]

❤️ Thank you Pastor Troy, you dealt with this beautifully.❤️ I saw it yesterday and was actually touched by Driscol’s humble demeanor- on one knee, words carefully chosen… It makes me cry. 🔥HOW COULD THAT PASTOR NOT KNOW THAT ACT WAS SOOO SUGGESTIVE?? 🔥 The goats are showing their identity in this valley of decision. ❤️🙏🏼⚔️💪🏼🔥

[@wendydodds8419]

There's a lot more to this event. Not just the little clip everyone of freaking out about.

[@fluffybirdie]

@@wendydodds8419That is likely why no one walked out- they paid their money, rented a hotel room, traveled there, and wanted to hear the speakers.

[@maxinebakkwr8752]

That was very dark " And shows that pastor Has this darkness in his Soul...heart. To even have this act ... that's what it was ... to see if people would allow it " to come into There lives...or he was invited to the wrong kind of man's event WHEN THAT PASTOR SAID YOUR DONE ....THAT SAID IT ALL..

[@maggiegreen7894]

Same...what a GOD FEARING MAN

[@songofprayer]

Amen Pastor Troy. Thank you for talking about this. Mark was humble and took a knee before the crowd on the platform. He was courageous and it’s a wake up call for us.

[@adriamcfarland6032]

Amen pastor Troy. I think this is a good example of the light shining that much brighter as it gets darker.

[@AlignMinistry]

I love the way you hold yourself pastor Troy. Authenticity is hard to find these days, God bless you, I hope one day I can visit your church with my family!

[@LIF1395]

I'm left in disbelief. But this I know, that I've backed the right horse in allowing you to minister to me. And That is not something I do lightly. Les Aus

[@pstroybrewer]

Thank you. Bless you my friend.

[@juliechild4646]

Amen brother Troy, you're a true man of spiritual discernment. Thank you for speaking the truth

[@grace.by.fire2021]

Welcome to my home city Pastor Troy! This is all you get in Springfield Missouri! THATS why I don’t have a home church. This is why I call OpenDoor church my home church My city is totally sick minded. There is Gay bars all over we have people walking around wearing cat masks around in our streets. So sicking. My city has the most heaviest dark feeling that never goes away in my city. I have left many times and moved to another state and every time I come back to Springfield Missouri I get so depressed

[@pstroybrewer]

We are so happy that you are apart of our tribe. I pray that you are the light in your city and we encourage you to call in to receive prayer and guidance in this season that you are in. 877-413-0888 24/7, call as often as needed. God Bless you!

[@pstroybrewer]

Glad to have you be part of our tribe. I pray that King Jesus shines through you in the darkness and bring His redemption. I encourage you to call us and let our amazing prayer warriors stand with you. You can reach them at 877-413-0888. Someone is available 24/7 and you can call as often as you like. Blessings and peace on you. - Troy Brewer Team

[@juliechild91]

Your genuine faith and love for Jesus are palpable in everything you say and do. I am so proud to call you my brother in Christ, Pastor Troy! Love "the Way" you walk...

[@heraclitus6100]

So, what exactly was the point of having that kind of display to open a men's conference?

[@nicolelambert3836]

Thank God you are addressed this evil that was brought into the church. We need to stand and speak out.

[@carlarancatore-white4886]

I applaud Pastor Mark in the way he handled this. That church chose the side they were on and it breaks my heart. Where was the pastors courage to throw someone out when that man was taking his shirt off. May God bless Pastor Mark in this ordeal.

[@smiley27b]

Good point!

[@larrymauriello1046]

Pastor Troy, well said. The grave church leadership has fallen into is stunning. Thank you for sharing a balanced and wise response helping those you have influence with to gain a healthy, moral standard, and Bible perspective. Thank YOU!

[@john1499]

❤ God bless Troy Brewer 🇺🇸

[@stephanieRae444]

This is the most reasonable, logical, rational, fair and BIBLICAL response to this I have seen so far. Not that I have listened to a ton of commentary because I haven’t, but this covers all sides, not least the fact that Mark Driscoll was specifically there to talk about the Jezebel spirit! Scratching my head as to what other reaction Pastor Lindel expected? Mind blowing. This is a very good example of how “if it’s possible we can all be deceived” in the day of which we live.

[@deborahfehner1914]

Amen, defiled Our House of Prayer!!!

[@8FunGuy8]

I just joined your channel. We need more men who will stand up for what is right. We need to be holy.

[@DubH46]

Mark Driscoll did what he needed, no, what he had to do, and I'm grateful for him. Side note, I sorta wish the young Mark Driscoll would have shown up. Haha!

[@AmandaTitus2]

@9:25 "and as humble as anybody I've ever seen" @10 min "I think this was a one in a billion situation of how Mark handled it. I also think he's very much on the other side of a season---and I've seen him talk about this---where he had an ego and he was arrogant, was abrasive and clearly that was not the case with this one. That was a different dude. And up praying all night long with a burden for these people---you could tell he was led by the Holy Spirit." Thank you! I'm appalled at the number of people attacking him when he so clearly wrestled with this and approached it so humbly. He *did the right thing* and he's getting attacked every which way. You brought up points every church should be asking and getting a battle plan for. I hope to bring these back to our discipleship class on Sunday. You have a new subscriber! Looking forward to checking out the rest of your content!

[@markbrown4396]

I was there. No one said keep Mark off the stage. The nearly booed John of the stage however.

[@HannahJH-gd2vt]

However, no true Christian man should have even been there the second day after that horrific opening event!! When are men going to speak up for what is right, like Mark did?? Only ONE man in that crowd of thousands had the courage to speak out like that?

[@markbrown4396]

@@HannahJH-gd2vt i understand what you are saying but that’s really over generalizing here. It took Mark saying those things to awaken the conviction and voice of God within me about such things that I have tolerated in my life. I think Pastor Lindell missed an incredible chance to see massive repentance and perhaps the real start to the revival his church has been praying for. He could’ve led the way. Instead, he got in the way…all to protect his brand.

[@jharding1410]

My jaw is on the floor. Thank you for sharing this. No one would know if Pastors like you did not share.

[@kimicook7739]

I couldn't believe that everyone didn't walk out when he ripped off his shirt.

[@tommygibbs6887]

You have to stand for truth like mark did . No matter what it cost you. I’ve been in a similar situation where I was rebuked for speaking the truth about salvation. He’s one in a million. Blessings to you and yours Pastor Mark

[@renatalochner8874]

I would simply walk out.... disgusting

[@pamelacole3136]

Pastor Mark I am so proud of you for standing up

[@smiley27b]

I so wanted to hear the rest of what Mark had to say!

[@BETHEONE77]

Proverbs 27:5-6 New Living Translation (NLT) An open rebuke is better than hidden love! Wounds from a sincere friend are better than many kisses from an enemy.

[@stephendettweiler746]

Now watching it a few. Driscoll did right!

[@tongahoward4995]

Thank you that your eyes open to see what we stand for God and seen the spirits of Jezebel that people are sleeping. Thanks for you and Mark God is here this is a revival right here Amen!!!

[@gailleyakatalie6857]

There are too many in pulpits today who have no reverential fear God. I hope they are ready to hear depart from ME, I never knew you.

[@carolrobson3036]

Wow..isn't that the true ! I totally agree !!😮

[@theresasneed73]

Thank you for addressing this and not sweeping it under the rug