Trump advisor Paula White-Cain promises 'supernatural blessings' for $1,000 donation ahead of Passover
Paula White-Cain, a televangelist and spiritual advisor to President Donald Trump, is facing criticism for a video in which she claims supernatural blessings will be released to those who donate to
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Ephesians 2:8-9 (NIV): "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast." Context:
This passage is part of Paul's letter to the Ephesians, where he is emphasizing that salvation is a gift from God, not something earned through human effort or good works.
Meaning: The verse highlights that salvation is entirely based on God's grace and faith, not on any merit or actions of the individual, ensuring that no one can pride themselves on having earned their salvation.
Agreed.
The Kingdom of God is within you.
Only the person who is pure can pull the sword from the stone. And the stone is your heart.
We do not need a priest class to gain access to it for us/on our behalf.
This person is a shameless grifter, and doing it in God's name, so her actions are particularly evil.
The faith vs acts doctrinal conflict weighs in here. The fundamental problem, imo, is a failure to understand how God invested a portion of responsibility to his children. As creator, God bears the responsibility for his creation, but he created his children to be co-creators, along side and in unity with him.
God's will, in this way, is a joint project, that requires the unity of man with God. There is God's 'responsibility' and man's 'responsibility'. God does not interfere with our responsibility.
The Fall, however, removed our ability to fulfill our responsibility. For that reason, salvation cannot be won. It cannot be earned. It comes from God as a grace, a gift, on the foundation of His forgiveness.
However, we still have a responsibility before God. This is to receive. God cannot force anyone to receive salvation. He leaves that choice up to the individual. If He did not, this would reduce us to animals, to being robots, with no free will.
Therefore, salvation is given as a grace, but we still need to receive it. We MUST make that effort, that choice, that decision. Another way to think of this is that salvation is a door. It is offered to us, and there is nothing we can do to demand it. But even when that door that is offered, we still have a responsibility (aka choice) to walk through that door.
When we make that choice, we conditionally re-establish that relationship with God wherein we cooperatively work and live with Him, to actualize his will.
I know the Calvinists will chafe at this idea, but there is oodles of scriptural evidence helping us to understand this. I mean, why even pray, if God's will is automatic? Christ teaches us to pray "Thy Kingdom Come..." That prayer is one way we actively invest our responsibility to help God's will. I don't know about others, but I pray (almost) every day for God's kingdom to come even one day sooner.
Through the doorway....
I believe that when someone makes an effort, for example, looks at their life, and repents, and reaches out to God, that God will often respond. Often, he is waiting for us to make the first move. Why? because he honors the responsibility he gave to us. Responsibility in this sense = Choice = Free will. There is no free will without responsibility.
That's not to say that salvation or God's grace is thanks to our efforts. No, no. But a Father who loves his children can be moved by the child reaching out to him, and at that point, the free gift is offered by He who keeps all His promises.
I raise this point because at the end of the day, this aspect of our relationship with God needs to be understood. Some folks go too far one way: Everything is by God, and I don't have any responsibility here. Others go too far the other way: I need to be [X] for God to accept me and love me.
Neither is correct. In the end, it is not within the realm of our responsibility to earn God's grace. Like life, it is a gift given wholly by the Creator., and certain scriptures highlight this. But also, within his design and plans, we have a responsibility to believe, accept, unite with Him, and grow towards a closer and closer union. Other scriptures emphasize this. "Pray. Fast. Love one another". I believe that it's in the fulfillment of that 'responsibility' that God finds the greatest joy and also comfort.
He longs for us to accept his Gift, but he will never force it. The greatest gift we can offer in return to him is to accept, to choose to accept, his gift, his love. And to always, constantly, reach out to him.
$0.02
PS. No comment on the televangelist. I'm inclined to agree with someone who wrote: Let God deal with it. Because God works in mysterious ways, and for certain, his anointing is on Donald Trump. So I will watch, and wait, and pray. I ain't planning on coughing up the one grand, tho, you can be sure. kek.
Beautiful reply.
Yes. Exactly.
Amen!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
She calls herself a pastor.. That's a Red flag from jump street.
Exactly. That should make every Christian that remotely knows their Bible know to stay away.
Pastors must be married MEN. (1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9)
Women can't even be elders much less pastors.
Wait. He has to be married? This is the first I'm hearing this.
I assume allowance can be made for widowers and such, but still.
The biblical requirement that a pastor (or elder/overseer) should be a married man is derived primarily from 1 Timothy 3:1–7 and Titus 1:5–9, where the Apostle Paul lays out the qualifications for church leadership. The key phrase in both passages is:
Key Passages
1 Timothy 3:2 (ESV)
Titus 1:6 (ESV)
Understanding the Phrase “Husband of One Wife”
This phrase has historically been interpreted in line with biblical principles as meaning:
A man (since the word “husband” is male-specific in both Greek and English).
Monogamous (not a polygamist).
Sexually and relationally faithful (a "one-woman man" — not given to sexual sin).
Currently married in most traditional interpretations, especially within the classical Reformed or conservative evangelical traditions.
Why Marriage Is Often Seen as a Requirement
A man demonstrates his leadership, love, and discipline within the family — the basic training ground for shepherding the church.
Typological Fulfillment of Christ’s Role A pastor stands as an under-shepherd of Christ, who is described as the Bridegroom of the Church (Ephesians 5:25–32). Therefore, being a husband pictures this reality in a tangible way.
General Equity of the Law Under the Mosaic law, priests and Levites were typically married and expected to raise godly offspring (Malachi 2:15). The principle carries forward: the office of spiritual leadership is deeply tied to covenantal faithfulness, especially in the home.
Can a Pastor Be Unmarried?
While Paul and Jesus were unmarried, they were not local pastors of congregations in the ordinary sense. Paul makes room for singleness in 1 Corinthians 7, but when it comes to appointing elders/pastors over a local flock, the pastoral epistles focus on married men with well-managed households as the model.
Conclusion
The clear normative standard is that he should be a godly, married man, faithful to one wife, with believing children, and proven leadership in his home. This reflects the divine pattern of covenantal headship and Christ-like shepherding.
Fair enough, but I can't help but think of someone who's got a gift for public speaking, yet can't find a significant other that sticks.
But I can't argue against God's Word, can I?
Exactly this.👆
God will hold her accountable for her actions. I've never trusted her.
Fuck off grifter
The prosperity gospel is a Christian movement that teaches God blesses those who have faith with health, wealth, and success, and that poverty and sickness are signs of a lack of faith. It's also known as the "health and wealth gospel" or "name it and claim it" theology.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
Core Beliefs and Practices:
God's Blessing = Material Prosperity:
The core tenet is that God desires for believers to be prosperous in this life, and that material blessings are a sign of His favor.
Faith as a Power:
Faith, expressed through positive affirmations, prayer, and giving, is seen as a powerful force that can draw blessings into one's life.
"Name It and Claim It":
Believers are encouraged to declare their desires and believe that God will deliver them.
Seed-Faith Giving:
Financial contributions to ministries are seen as "sowing seeds" that God will multiply, leading to increased prosperity.
Poverty as a Curse:
Some prosperity gospel preachers view poverty and sickness as a result of a lack of faith or a sin.
Criticisms and Counterarguments:
Misinterpretation of Scripture:
Critics argue that the prosperity gospel selectively interprets biblical texts to support its claims, often neglecting passages that emphasize the importance of suffering and humility.
Focus on Materialism:
The emphasis on wealth and health can lead to a materialistic mindset, neglecting other important aspects of faith, such as compassion, service, and social justice.
False Hope and Disappointment:
The promise of guaranteed prosperity can lead to disappointment and despair when believers experience hardship or illness, despite their faith.
Exploitation:
Some critics accuse prosperity gospel preachers of exploiting their followers by encouraging them to give large sums of money in exchange for promises of prosperity.
Distortion of the Gospel:
Some argue that the prosperity gospel distorts the true message of the gospel, which is about salvation through faith in Jesus Christ and a life of service to God, not about material wealth.
Notable Figures:
Oral Roberts: Often considered a pioneer of the prosperity gospel movement.
Kenneth Copeland: A prominent figure in the Word of Faith movement, a related theological movement.
Joel Osteen: A well-known preacher associated with the prosperity gospel.
T.D. Jakes: Another prominent preacher associated with the movement.
Creflo Dollar: A preacher who has gained considerable attention for his prosperity gospel teachings.
In summary, the prosperity gospel is a controversial Christian movement that emphasizes material prosperity as a sign of God's favor, often through the practice of positive affirmations, prayer, and giving. While some find it encouraging, others criticize it for its potential to distort the gospel and lead to materialism and disappointment.
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Another. Christian movement. My scripture comes from the Bible
Some go wayyy further than that - Kenneth Copeland, for example:
https://knowjesuschrist.net/kenneth-copeland-the-controversial-televangelists-teachings-and-prosperity-gospel/
"Some go wayyy further than that "
...Oral Roberts took top prize when he announced that God was going to call him home if a certain amount of money did not come in...
In 1987, Oral Roberts, a televangelist, famously stated that God would "call him home" if his supporters didn't raise $8 million by a certain deadline, a plea that garnered significant attention and controversy, but ultimately led to the fundraising goal being met.
Here's a more detailed look at the situation:
The Fundraising Plea:
In January 1987, Roberts announced that God had instructed him to raise $8 million by the end of March for a medical missionary scholarship program, or God would "call him home".
Controversy and Criticism:
The announcement sparked widespread criticism, with some viewing it as a manipulative fundraising tactic.
The Vigil:
Roberts began a 10-day prayer and fast vigil in his prayer tower at Oral Roberts University to emphasize the urgency of the situation.
Fundraising Success:
The plea reportedly resulted in over $8 million in donations, with some sources indicating that the total reached $9.1 million.
Aftermath:
Despite the successful fundraising, the incident remained a point of contention and highlighted the controversy surrounding Oral Roberts' ministry.
Roberts's Death:
Oral Roberts passed away in 2009, and his death received prominent attention, with some obituaries referencing his famous 1987 fundraising plea.
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He did, and leaned toward a Tetzel type behavior. But I still think Kenneth Copeland takes the cake for heretical teaching boldly stated: https://knowjesuschrist.net/kenneth-copeland-the-controversial-televangelists-teachings-and-prosperity-gospel/
"I still think Kenneth Copeland takes the cake for heretical teaching boldly stated"
God sees...
...and remembers.
Just say it. its for losers.
Whenever I hear the name of Oral Roberts...I think of his evil twin, Anal.
These are people who never read the Book of Job.
Payment for blessing sounds like a former Catholic practice, but I can't recall the name for it.
" Payment for blessing "
Payment for blessings is not biblical
https://archive.ph/wip/J7UIZ
"indulgences"
But very old, from the middle ages. c. 1340. Pope Clement VI
She's a sssssssssssnake!
Pfft...I'll do it for WAY less - AND validate parking.
Look for our discount coupon on your Denny's or Shoney's placemat...(Or Blimpies sandwich wrapper)
We Bless For Less
We will not be undersold!
u/#jesuslovespopcorn
kmfao We bless for less
😁😁😁😁😁
u/#catdance
I remember when I realized televangelist John Hagee was a charlatan.
It was when he said:
"When what you have in your hand is not enough to meet your need, what you have in your hand is your SEED!"
As in: Give ME the money, and it will be returned to you multiplied.
No
his son is like his little clone too https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pbe27lZAvxs
No, you took it that way, that John Hagee was teaching these things to get himself rich. If I or John Hagee teach God's principle of sowing and reaping does that mean you have to sow in our garden? Can't you sow your seed wherever you want to? (Acts5:3-4) Peter told Ananias "The land was yours and after you sold it, the money was yours to do as you wish with it" (2 Corinthians 9:7) says "Let each one give what he has decided in his own heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver, whose heart is in his giving" (this clearly teaches us we can give, how much we want, when we want, and where we want, anytime we want) Sowing and reaping is God's idea and is taught throughout the Bible.(Luke 6:38) Says "Give and it shall be given back to you, pressed down, shaken together and running over, shall God cause men to pour into your bosom" (Galatians 6:7-9) says "Be not be deceived, God is Not mocked, for whatever a man soweth, that shall he also reap" What farmer expects a crop who has not planted any seeds? (Genesis 26 1-5 12-17) "During A TIME OF FAMINE, Isaac sowed in the land and reaped in the same year, a hundredfold return and the Lord blessed him and the Man became rich and continued to grow richer until he (Isaac) became very wealthy for he had possessions of flocks and herds and a great household so that the Philistines envied him." (Hebrews 13:8) Says, Jesus Christ the same yesterday, today and forever, which tells us what God did for Isaac he still doing. (Romans 2:11) God is no respecter of person's (God has no favorites), which tells us if God did that for Isaac he will do it for us, if we will do what Isaac did, which was sow(by faith even in a time of famine when nothing was growing) into God's field (when it is convenient and when it isn't) and believe that God will bless our seed, and multiply it. If someone preaches these principles out of greed, does that nullify the truth of God's word taught in these principles of sowing and reaping? Do not throw the baby out with the bathwater.
You didn't get it.
Christ is King.
I was saying John Hagee was a charlatan, not that Christianity was false.
No one makes counterfeit pennies. They only fake things that have value.
True. But God alone would know the heart of of John Hagee. We see the action, of another, but cannot know their heart. Therefore (1John 5:16) tells us exactly what to do if we think someone is in sin. 1 John 5:16 says, If (you) see your brother sin a sin that does not lead to death you should pray for him and God (will) give him life. (James 5:16) says,"Pray one for another that (you) might be healed. Our own healing comes to us when we pray for others and is hindered when we don't. I have found that when I have fervently prayed for others (even my worst enemy) it is near impossible to talk negative about them after that. No where in scripture does God tell us to expose one another sins( publicly) where those we accuse,have no chance to defend themselves. However (1 Peter 4:8) does say "Love covers a multitude of faults" EXAMPLE: In Genesis 9:23, Shem and Japheth took a blanket and threw it over their shoulders and walked backwards so as not to look upon the nakedness of Noah and dropped the blanket on Noah to cover his nakedness. Ham on the other hand, expose (told others) the nakedness of Noah. Scripture says that Shem and Japeth we're blessed, for covering Noah's shortcomings, Ham was cursed. Many times we wondered why healing is so slow to come to us, or maybe does not come at all, could it be because we are too quick to point and too slow to pray? It's interesting to note, that scripture says, (Job 42:10) "God turned the captivity of Job, when he prayed for his friends ( that had spoken against him). Job stayed captive (until) he prayed, for those that he thought were wrong. A very sobering thought. 🙏
She is a little bit like the scarf lady. President Trump put them both in the spotlight.
Wonder what she thinks about Israel
SEND MORE MONEY!
Her hyphenated last name with a "Cain" in it was all I needed to see!
She's a "paystor".
greasy!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MqEDLZ4A8ko
Sidney Powell agrees. https://x.com/SidneyPowell1/status/1908619815503441923
Elon have another rocket ready?
Amen! I don't care when she wants it, she's acting like Tetzel, and that's a bad thing! I Timothy 6: 4 - 6
(s)he [fn]has a morbid interest in controversial questions and disputes about words, out of which arise envy, strife, abusive language, evil suspicions, (Wo)men of depraved mind and deprived of the truth, who suppose that [fn]godliness is a means of gain.
But godliness actually is a means of great gain when accompanied by contentment.
Crumbacher covered this topic in song: Namedroppers! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFj2CA_TUXE
Yeah this is Pure Horseshit SMDH.
The Number of Missing Kids in the USA seemed to spike around passover according to one poster.
'supernatural blessings' for $1,000 donation ahead of Passover
Uhhhhhh, yeah, that's the ticket! Kek (Anyone with the name CAIN is not to be trusted!)
Nasty and wrong. Bad influence. Not saying prosperity is unrighteous, because wealth is how people are helped and being in want, is heartbreaking. Poverty and suffering are not from God. But statements that sound like donating money to a church etc will bring you special blessings is a load of crap. 1.00 from a pure heart is as powerful as a million from someone who thinks they can buy God's favor.
I was taught that this is priest craft (ie paying money for blessings) and God will have none of it.
yeah, don't care for her. supposedly her and Benny Hinn had an affair
News flash lady, thenprice was paid by Jesus Christ himself. Take your Simon the sorcerer shit and shove it. We need her out of Trumps orbit ASAP. She is a satanic infiltrator if she is acting like this v
I don't like her. But now is not the time. We have bigger fish to fry. MUCH BIGGER.
A false prophet representing the White House is a huge deal. Hugely.
Just let God handle it.
Zionism will destroy the promise of this administration.