I Didn't Kick Anyone

"Stop kicking a man while he's down"
"Pray for Todd, don't kick him while he's down."
"We all sin, why are you pointing the finger at him?"

They think it's still all about Todd Bentley. I read comments like this all over the web, self proclaimed defenders of all things Bentley, shaking their fingers at us like we stole from grandma's cookie jar. Don't you get it? It's not about him anymore, he is so five minutes ago.

Now it's about all the rest of the so called "prophets and apostles". I have been reading letter after letter, watching statement after statement - they all have something to say about this "tragedy". News flash - we knew it was a tragedy when it started, we don't have to cover our tracks. I think most of us "revival police" (do I get a badge?) agree that Todd was wrong, hope his marriage gets fixed, and that he fades from the spotlight - forever. But the rest of them are still out there. Distancing themselves, keeping themselves at arms length, backpedaling and trying like mad to keep themselves clean of the mud. (which I did not fling)

Let's get this party started, shall we?

1. John Arnott - His statement is here. He knows Todd was wrong, but he had no idea what was going on in Todd's life. What - he didn't bother to check before "commissioning" him as an "apostle"? I've seen more rigorous questioning when trying to become a member of a church! And John couldn't make sure a potential "apostle" had a sound home life? Oh, he also spills the beans on Todd's "excessive drinking", but doesn't want us to get the wrong idea. Don't worry, we didn't - you did when you supported this circus.

2. Che Ahn - Read him here. He's smarter - keeps it real short. (less to put a spin on later) But he's another great commissioner that didn't fully check out what he was commissioning. He says the enemy will use anything to impugn the work of God. Che is right - the enemy used Todd Bentley.

3. Bill Johnson - He's got a video and a letter. It's a long video though, so you might want to get some lunch first. He reads from a nice pre-written statement, and doesn't speak from his heart. He defends Peter Wagner, and I guess it's our fault that Todd's marriage collapsed. Us with all our relentless enlightenment opposition.

4. Peter Wagner - Silence speaks louder than words. I searched in vain for a public statement from him. I guess he only needs to defend himself to those who already follow him - his wife sent out an email to (I'm assuming) friends and those signed up for, whatever. I got ahold of the email here. Again, it's all our fault, we are gloating and happy about this, we sling mud and call names. Yawn. I'd be amused to see a different lie.

5. Rick Joyner - His nonsense is here. I've already had my say about this piece of work, but I'll comment quickly again. Joyner had a meeting with Todd on 08/07/08, and they discussed his personal issues. Since Joyner claims that 8 is the number of new beginnings, I'm going to assume that August 8th was the beginning of cleaning up Todd's mess.

6. Bob Jones - again, silence. I've heard Jones referred to a a "Father of the Faith" or "Poppa to the Prophets". (ew) Interesting stance for a mentor and "father" - complete and utter silence. You think he'd be rushing to Todd's defense.

7. Dutch Sheets - apology letter here. He was so concerned for Todd, that he waited a few weeks to release an official statement. The Lord told him the "waters were still muddy" - i.e. he didn't know the full extent of Todd's downfall so he didn't want to make any statement that could be turned around on him later. Dutch's concern for the Body of Christ extends no further than from those who agree with him - as for what we "heresy hunters" think, he couldn't care less. Read it for yourselves.

8. Patricia King - Hoo boy, I've saved the best for last. You can watch her amusing video here. Not so surprisingly, she defends Todd. Don't get me wrong, by no means does she defend his sin - oh, no, sin is not to be tolerated. (I wonder what that means for her "ministry"- is she not going to tolerate that sin anymore?) Anyway, once again - it's all our fault. Us with our negative thought and words that we curse Todd with. Yup it's all because of people like me that Todd's marriage is crumbling. It's not the drinking, or the cheating, or the lies - it's me. If only my thoughts had that much power. (Beach house in the Bahamas, beach house in the Bahamas, beach house in the Bahamas...) Clever twist eh? Keeps herself clean, and is still Todd's friend.

So those seem to be the major players in this debacle. The deception is so blatant, and on such a large scale - it's not going to stop. They will all continue to pump out their false doctrine, and pushing their next "evangelist" on the gullible Christians. Watch out people - this is really just the beginning. The calender says so, august is month number eight.


If anyone has any more information, please let me know. Or if I have anything (any facts) down wrong - feel free to correct me.