Beware the pastor who lives better than his parishioners.
@IliveUnderYourBed-rg4sf
7 ай бұрын
Beware the pastor who lives better than his parishioners.
@nellasnyman1066
7 ай бұрын
Beware of pastors
@Copeandseethe822
7 ай бұрын
That's all of them, babe. You can't convince me the whole lot ain't in it for the money.
@NicoleMorgan
6 ай бұрын
Amen 🙌
@emem009
6 ай бұрын
I don’t mind that God wants us to prosper.
@stacynaus2761
7 ай бұрын
I was always told 10%. But watching the basket $5 and $10 was common in our neighborhood. When my church started using half the sermon time to preach tithing while he stood up there with a diamond watch and rings with his Giant SUV outside we quit.
@justjo7282
7 ай бұрын
My ex husband and I were young, 26 with 3 children and we just scraped up enough money to buy a house, so every penny counted. The church wanted 20% of our income to baptize our new baby. There was no way we could afford it and we left the church
@JenMaxon
7 ай бұрын
Tithe actually means one tenth - the original meaning
@necrocat3172
7 ай бұрын
crazy how common this is! these pastors should get a damn job!
@scragar
7 ай бұрын
Collection baskets feel really sleazy to me. I grew up in the UK, churches have a donation thing near the door for anyone who wants to donate, but it's not a thing during the sermon where it feels so much like begging.
@JenMaxon
7 ай бұрын
@@scragar Passing the plate used to be common in British churches. People were expected to donate - at least the wealthier congregation members
@okashiad6930
7 ай бұрын
If someone signs off as “legal team,” and doesn’t give a legal firm name or lawyer name to contact, it’s definitely just a bluff.
@sam.tastic
6 ай бұрын
@@Theunicorn2012 please go away
@Bacteriophagebs
6 ай бұрын
It's always funny, too, because if he does sue for defamation, the best defense is to provide evidence that the allegations are true (truth is a 100% defense), and the way for the defendant to do that is through discovery, subpoenaing aaaaaaaalllll of the guy's financial records.
@datbitch2395
6 ай бұрын
I crack up every time I see supposed "legal paperwork" (or whatever you want to call it) signed off that way.
@Kyrajewel
7 ай бұрын
It’s actually way more sinister than that in America. He can claim the donations to HIS church on his taxes and get the money back. He ALLEGEDLY is defrauding the tax system in America.
@dawsondetrana5496
7 ай бұрын
You don't know how the tax system works do you, if your a church you don't pay taxes to begin with, you don't get tax money back if you don't pay them, churches are even exempt from sales tax as long as the money is being spent on thy church
@HamazingKayliee
7 ай бұрын
I don't think they get the money back. My understanding of it is that they don't get taxed on that money but they don't get it back.
@TheQueenOfSheba
7 ай бұрын
We need to tax these churches.
@phaedrapage4217
7 ай бұрын
Yeah, churches are not taxed in the first place. So no refund.
@thebunnysaysmeow
7 ай бұрын
@@HamazingKaylieeno you don’t understand. By donating the money to his family, he then gets to claim that as a deduction on his taxes = greater return.
@chenwingsee
7 ай бұрын
Honestly as someone who grew up around the church I wouldn't ever trust a rich pastor tbh. The pastors (and members of the church) never tracked people's donations at my church and would often help people who were having trouble in their personal life out of pocket. Our pastors lived comfortably sure but they didn't certainly have lavish wealth they flaunted in this way. They spent offering money mainly on helping feed and shelter the community and run programs for kids like daycare and camps and stuff. My problems with religion aside, I think churches should be uplifting communities rather than being parasitic assholes. It's so gross that they'd take money from their congregation like that.
@Kimberly_Sparkles
7 ай бұрын
ALL CROOKS
@incitingariot9925
7 ай бұрын
Most pastors in my area use tithe to pay church bills, have a regular job, and left over tithes go to the church food pantry.
@mommy2libras
7 ай бұрын
Same here. I'm Methodist and the church I grew up going to was a nice church but small and in no way ostentatious. All donations were earmarked for certain things and financials were available for review. Once every month or two, they'd do an extra donation (which was in no way required and you weren't looked down on or treated differently for not donating or for donating small amounts of even a few bucks) specifically for the minister's discretionary fund. This would sit in account and supposedly the minister could decide on his own what to do with it but it was usually decided on by a vote of committee/staff/members. It might be used to send the youth group to help an elderly family fix up their house and farm in the summer or I remember one year it was used to buy cleaning supplies which were then handed out to those in the neighborhood near the church whose houses had just been flooded with 5 feet of water from a hurricane. One year we decided it was time to completely redo the nursery (which was severely outdated- it was basically the same as when I'd gone there as a small child and my children were going there). Our minister was given a small house and salary but he also worked as a waiter at a local restaurant because he had 2 kids in college at the same time
@CrickBritt
7 ай бұрын
As the daughter of my ex church's secretary, I second this. However I did help with counting collections. Our church made well over 4-5k+ each week, and it was a small church in a relatively small town. I would've gotten confirmed at 18 if my favorite priest hadn't died(he was so chill, had a coffin for a coffee table and ended up being buried in it). The new priest asked that I denounce gay people and that black people were "lesser than." This was my confirmation interview. I definitely gave him a piece of my mind, despite being embarrassed for making a scene when my mom was working in the next room. Luckily she wasn't penalized, and actually- she received a fairly nice salary from being the church's only secretary, and I got to run around an empty church. I never did anything too crazy, but I explored every nook and.cranny, and enjoyed snuggling "the body of Christ" wafers so I could snack later. Never went into the wine, despite their starting us early(gave us wine starting 2-3rd grade)
@ileolai
7 ай бұрын
we dont have mega rich pastors in my country, really. one of my extended family members is a pastor and he makes enough to be comfortably middle class and own a nice house. that's it. No more than someone who has a really good office job. it's mind blowing to me how disgustingly wealthy these people are
@missychan63
7 ай бұрын
I grew up in a very progressive Quaker church where we were told when the basket was passed, "if you have it, give it. If you need it, take it." This started with our new pastor and donations actually went up when you would expect them to go down.... People didn't abuse it and because they knew others might be needing a little extra boost that week, they were giving more than they usually would. They never tracked who gave what, and as far as I know there were never any money questions.
@jenniferredd1430
7 ай бұрын
That is exactly the mindset churches should have. The money isn't for the church to profit, it is to support the upkeep of the premises, and the rest is supposed to go to outreaches and giving back to the community. Never trust a rich pastor.
@khaleesi.on.crutches670
7 ай бұрын
Honestly Quaker churches are the only ones who seem to follow the genuine message and spirit of Christianity. It shouldn't be the exception to help the congregation rather than bolstering the bank accounts of wealthy pastors
@thatweirdofromnextdoor420
7 ай бұрын
tbh i trust quakers more than other kinds of christians they’re not as preachy and it comes off as more spiritual in a way
@kenbrb6261
6 ай бұрын
how nice! i once went to a church that just said, if you can't tithe money, you can tithe time or talent by volunteering, etc. - it wasn't just money but the giving
@SassyUnicorn86
6 ай бұрын
I've always loved how quaker churches operate. I'm in the southern Baptist Bible belt and never loved church. Nor did my mommy (grandma) make me go. She grew up in a weird religious sect.
@needmoresnacks
7 ай бұрын
Between mega churches and grifters we should be taxing the church.
@eminempreg
7 ай бұрын
I work next to the HQ of a local mega church and every time the highers ups come in they're so irritating. And to top it off they're always tax exempt cuz they're with the church... Like, I think churches should be able to be exempt when it comes to necessities I guess. Like furniture, stuff to keep the building up, etc. But to use your church status to get 3 bucks off on a 15 dollar order worth of lattes and to then not tip. Sideeye
@Pocket_Sized_Satan
7 ай бұрын
Mood i don’t believe they arnt innocent they act like a cult and never call eachother out.
@ashv9565
7 ай бұрын
I think the church should be required to prove that they're helping their community in order to be tax free.
@OOhlUkaTmEImGanSTa
7 ай бұрын
@ashv9565 same with large charities...I get so frustrated when the higher ups are living in their mansions, traveling the world, driving expensive cars, while the parishioners are living on the bones of their ass. I find it very dodgy that tax free organization's open for profit LLCs underneath the organization umbrella escaping tax liabilities.
@9sheri9
7 ай бұрын
Amen
@lizg833
7 ай бұрын
Preachers daughter here (not practicing LOL)- my dad has NEVER asked for tithe. Ever in his 10+ yrs of full time ministry. His belief is that God will provide enough- and God always has. Also, 10% tithe is ~usually~ normal. This guy asking for special offerings on birthdays, pastors appreciation is INSANE !! People like this guy are the reason I will never attend church again. Too many narcissists and self serving individuals in the pulpits.
@tungstensmum1491
7 ай бұрын
These Prosperity Gospel preachers are the worst kind of morally bankrupt. Not only are they grifting people, but they do so by preaching that you will make more money (or, get out of financial straights) the more you donate.
@bronzergoth7598
7 ай бұрын
"i run seven other businesses full time" this guy has a 280 hour work week wow
@lottikokonut1250
7 ай бұрын
don't you believe in miracles?😂
@mizotter
7 ай бұрын
The Lord works in mysterious ways! LOL!
@jyfoxxc5929
7 ай бұрын
@@lottikokonut1250😂😂😂Top tier comment. Thanks friend, needed that laugh today ❤
@cadencehaywood5
7 ай бұрын
Yeah, this is in my hometown. Everyone considers this church a cult. It’s very sad. Had family members in it that decided to leave and friends that decided to leave., and once they did, church members made up rumors about them and basically blacklisted them from ever going back there. The door greeters had list pictures of people who not to let in (this is coming from what ex members said).
@BananaBreadBasket
7 ай бұрын
now I wanna go lol
@Yewtewba
7 ай бұрын
@@BananaBreadBasketit'd be a source of pride to be up on the blacklist wall. Wouldn't much want to have rumours going around about being a groomer or whatnot though, maybe just leaving peacefully after internally laughing at the freak show would be better.
@crystalgtv5223
7 ай бұрын
Why does this seem like money laundering…. 🚩 like they are scamming then moving the money around and using their church as a mask. . Loved the video Markie ❤
@sprinkdesign7170
7 ай бұрын
I'd never thought of that - what a neat scheme... It must happen more than we thibnk.
@Kimberly_Sparkles
7 ай бұрын
Because it is. It's legal tp provide your pastor a home and car for their work. So all that money goes in and is used to provide for staff. If it's a property of the church. IT'S UNTAXABLE. So homeboy lives high on the hog and doesn't pay taxes. As long as they follow the law, they'll be fine. There needs to be huge reforms in the tax code for churches.
@casrrole
7 ай бұрын
as soon as I heard “7 other businesses” I was like ‼️ bc that always sound like money laundering to me, and add “charity work” on top of that? definitely some tax evasion scheme going on here lol
@casrrole
7 ай бұрын
@@Kimberly_Sparkles I thought to be tax exempt you HAVE to file that with the IRS though?
@amandasavage8926
7 ай бұрын
@@casrrole you do file with the IRS but you are not required to provide specific accounting UNLESS 'The IRS may begin a church tax inquiry only if an appropriate high-level Treasury official reasonably believes, based on a written statement of the facts and circumstances, that the organization: (a) may not qualify for the exemption; or (b) may not be paying tax on unrelated business or other taxable activity.' yes I googled that tax code because I too wanted to know haha
@eloisepharmacist
7 ай бұрын
I want Taylan to employ Janet for the lawsuit so we can laugh 😂😂😂😂😂
@samanthafairweather9186
7 ай бұрын
I'll be down for that! 🤣
@Tayl0r_
7 ай бұрын
If she wasn’t strictly an alleged IP attorney, she probably would be inserting herself. Lots of $$ there
@pushindaisies5327
7 ай бұрын
Bahahahahaha!!! Thanks for that!
@TearLilyd
7 ай бұрын
This would be quite the series to watch
@allisoncastle
7 ай бұрын
@@Theunicorn2012 Why do you keep stealing peoples comments word for word?
@JaelKenite
7 ай бұрын
The literal translation of the word "tithe" is 10%. That is why many churches say "tithes and offerings." They expect tithes (10%), and anything above that are offerings.
@OrgBobaFret
7 ай бұрын
Yeah your supposed to give 5-10% of your income - It depends on your church I'm almost positive that anything you donate can be written off in your taxes so you get a decent amount back
@phaedrapage4217
7 ай бұрын
@OrgBobaFret By definition though, tithe is 10%.
@mazzirussell2189
7 ай бұрын
amen
@samiam858
7 ай бұрын
a tithe was 10% of all you have (so not just income, but 'wealth' in terms of value of house, car....). So some people harp on the money supposed to be MORE than 10% of your income. It can get scummy real quick.
@shuffman8094
7 ай бұрын
@@OrgBobaFret10% is an OT law. If you read on giving in the NT, the discussion of 10% is not once mentioned. Instead it changes “Above all, offerings should be given with pure motives and an attitude of worship to God and service to the body of Christ. “Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7”. Thru out the NT, this is the view point of giving.
@jennsimpson_backup3333
7 ай бұрын
He looks like an evil wizard cast a spell on a Ken doll and made him come to life *Edit- notice I specify EVIL wizard. No good wizard would do this.
@Peachiie_Keen
7 ай бұрын
This is crazy accurate 😂
@whims6278
7 ай бұрын
Lmfao 😂😂😂😂 spot on
@user-cb9li5wm4d
7 ай бұрын
YOU GOT IT!
@bloodyneptune
7 ай бұрын
_Thank you._ I couldn't figure out what he reminded me of. Its that.
@scottpilgrimpwns
7 ай бұрын
Pastor Ken, comes with his own bible!
@NinjaGrrrl7734
7 ай бұрын
If Mr. Religion sues the other dude for defamation, he'll open his own files to discovery. I'm pretty damned sure he doesn't wanna play that game I suspect Talen (or whatever his name was) has a whole lot more to hide than the blogger dude. I really apresciate you bringing us these smaller stories. They fascinate me.
@gingersnap22
7 ай бұрын
I remember an old U2 live version of the song Bullet The Blue Sky. Bono speaks briefly about some preachers stealing money from the sick and old. He said, "The God I believe in isn't short of cash, mister". Pretty much hit the nail on the head.
@incitingariot9925
7 ай бұрын
I thought more towards "send me your money" by Southern California born Suicidal Tendencies lol
@gingersnap22
7 ай бұрын
@@incitingariot9925 😂😂😂❤️❤️❤️
@9sheri9
7 ай бұрын
@gingersnap22 ooooh good call on that u2 song, haven't heard it in ages. So good. And incredibly appropriate here! ❤
@victoriawilliams2786
7 ай бұрын
I'll put it this way, affordable housing should only be 30% of your income. This "church" is demanding 20%!? Shady AF.
@MarabelleBlue
7 ай бұрын
This is probably the only time I actually enjoyed this Christian to Christian call out drama. It's funny how people call themselves Christians but yet most are the biggest scammers ever and then you have the one dude calling them out, clearly does not live an extravagant life, probably devotes most of his time doing his thing and living within his means - and people will probably say he's jealous. These cults have taken pages from L. Ron Hubbard and they all think they can get away with it that is until people start to think on their own and realize, hey why am I living according to someone else's rules and giving them all my money while I'm left with nothing? BTW that last parts I wrote is not funny and nothing to enjoy. It's sad how people use religion to control.
@evda4919
7 ай бұрын
I agree that’s why so many people mock the religion and don’t take it seriously because of things like this smh
@NaughtWrite
7 ай бұрын
Ive had something similar happen to me with a church just like that Taylan. And tithing has always been 10%. “Christians” like Taylan made me abandon Christianity in the traditional sense. I was pushed out a church that was doing highly unethical things and I called them out. My grandfather was a pastor and I know a ton on how a church is ran, especially the particular denomination. I’m glad this guy is calling him out because it’s gross and puts a horrible name on Christianity and pushes people away.
@jessmueller8300
7 ай бұрын
Well done on calling them out. 🙌 We are supposed to hold one another accountable in Christ. X
@iyinoluwao3393
7 ай бұрын
Just wanted to second Jess' comment! Calling out financial abuse (which is what this would essentially amount to) is your duty as both a Christian, and simply a fellow human being. May God bless you with a better situation. I'm so sorry they failed you.
@jennifergeorge7280
6 ай бұрын
Yeah, when you get in trouble for wanting to bring things into the light you know something is majorly wrong. Similar thing happened to me but in retrospect it was actually bible adjacent cult.
@andioop4087
7 ай бұрын
Markie is entering the backrooms of tiktok rn 💀
@Kageoni187
7 ай бұрын
Ya, it is standard 10% of your annual income. The offering plate passed around during service is optional. I was raised Catholic but visited other churches with friends. He doesn’t really want this to go to court because then they will be forced to turn over financial documents from the church and personal accounts. Forensic accountants are like bloodhounds. They will follow the money trail.
@BrookeSanto3636
7 ай бұрын
My thoughts exactly
@AlbinoReindeer
7 ай бұрын
I went to the same church, for I would say 16 years of my life. They never set a precedent for how much you should give. They would always say “give what you can.” If you gave a quarter they were still just as appreciative as if you gave them $20. About two years ago I stopped back in and they were so ecstatic to see me. After worship the man on stage literally looked dead at me and pointed me out of the crowd talked about how he missed my grandparents and he was so happy to see me. I don’t think God truly cares about exactly how much you give. It’s just about giving and sacrificing. At the end of the day it’s what that sacrifice means to you.
@the_person_in_the_photo
7 ай бұрын
My town is the same, they are more about people attending and being happy, donating is good but they won’t be mad if you don’t have the money to be able to, if anything they or anyone else would help you instead, I’m not religious but I respect them for that.
@CluelessClozie
7 ай бұрын
First of all, I’m a little ashamed to admit how much of a giggle I got when I found out this dude’s last name is “Seaman” About the tithing thing (church donations), the general rule of thumb is 10%. My church had a fairly sizable amount of people (NOT mega church large) so 5% was recommended. But I have never ever seen a church that shames you about not being in a position to donate money. A lot of times members of the church will even come together to help raise money if someone is out of work or in the hospital, or will donate food to the family or something like that. Having people come to your door like some kind of mobster trying to collect a debt? That’s truly horrendous
@01SaltyWitch
7 ай бұрын
In the Mormon church if you’re not current on your tithing you cannot take the sacrament, which everyone can obviously see if you’re not taking it and a big teaching in the church is you can’t get into heaven without taking the sacrament aka paying your 10% before taxes
@achaney8872
7 ай бұрын
10% of what exactly???
@CluelessClozie
7 ай бұрын
@@achaney8872 10% of your income after taxes or bills, or there are also people who donate their time by helping out in administrative work or volunteering to run Sunday school classes, or helping organize events such as funerals. The churches that I have been to (my mother raised me Roman Catholic and my dad is Presbyterian, they are divorced now) have always encouraged their members to be involved, but cash was never the only option. Unfortunately there are people who use religion as a way to manipulate others into giving them money, by telling others that God chose them to have xyz (a boat, nice car… etc) Edit to say: I can only speak for my own experiences with churches, as Markie has showed us, there are definitely other churches that have different rules/expectations as far as donations. I just don’t want anyone to think that I am disregarding their own experiences 🩵
@roadyharrison101
7 ай бұрын
@@achaney8872it’s usually 10% of your income after you take out your expenses like rent/bills/etc. it shouldn’t be financially damaging
@jennifergeorge7280
6 ай бұрын
@@achaney8872 10% of your income. But that is an OT principle. In the NT we are just told give generously from a happy heart. And it doesn't have to be to the church, specifically. Just giving unto the Lord. Helping the poor, giving to the church, meeting people's needs in other ways. 😊
@HamazingKayliee
7 ай бұрын
If he actually does have 7 other businesses, that just confirms his jobs are all nonsense, because no one would have time to have 8 jobs!
@jaymogrified
7 ай бұрын
Welp, if the church sues him, they’ll open themselves up to much greater scrutiny
@moonriverinc7896
7 ай бұрын
I like Josh Benson. From what I've seen, it seems like he takes Christian integrity quite seriously and isn't afraid to call out people using their allegedly christian platforms for selfish reasons.
@_.WildMoonChild
7 ай бұрын
I'm not religious, but Josh is exactly what I'd expect a good Christian to be like. Honestly, it's such a breath of fresh air when so many seem to be like Taylen(sp?).
@kaemincha
7 ай бұрын
my favorite type of Christian
@CainXVII
7 ай бұрын
I love that
@jacobhouck1182
7 ай бұрын
I followed him before this and he’s solid
@moonriverinc7896
7 ай бұрын
@@jacobhouck1182 same
@lilithisbored
7 ай бұрын
idk why or how but that taylan dude just *looks* like he dodges his taxes 😭
@ironrose5403
7 ай бұрын
Never heard of a church with a in house legal team - sketchy
@mmmirele
7 ай бұрын
An in-house legal team would have sent a letter (proper notice), not a message. This is someone in the closely held family church trying to play at being a lawyer.
@mmmirele
7 ай бұрын
Also going to point out that since Josh Benson appears to live in another state (Texas?) and may not have any contacts (in the legal sense) to Louisiana, any lawsuit Taylan brings would have to be brought in Federal court. And, of course, a lawsuit means discovery, and Taylan’s financial info would be discoverable. It’s all threats, at least until he hires Janet the Lawyer!
@Natalie.Nicole2.0
7 ай бұрын
If the church minister living in a mansion y'all should know all that donated money is going to build the ministers lifestyle not the charities they claim the money is going too
@cassandraburns9073
7 ай бұрын
I was raised Catholic and pretty much the ONLY thing i remember from Sunday/Wednesday school is Jesus saying"It is easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of (heaven/god)." Makes sense this guy conveniently forgot that teaching.
@lena7623
7 ай бұрын
I used to live in Ruston (I went to Louisiana Tech University for undergrad and graduate school), and while I'm not familiar with this particular church (I'm not religious), knowing the people in the area, this doesn't shock me in the least. LOTS of rich, hypocritical Christians in that city.
@brhealynnhines8471
7 ай бұрын
Definitely not wrong 🥲
@drewgoin8849
7 ай бұрын
The Six Flags Over Jesus church right off of I-20?
@sarahpeshoffdidier2774
7 ай бұрын
@@drewgoin8849 different church. That's Temple Baptist. A lot of Davison family money tithes built that building. The pastors live pretty modestly, one of them lives in my neighborhood. Faith Church just moved into a building that used to be a gym across from Lowes. I was hoping when their first building shut down that they were gone but unfortunately they had just moved.
@alderoth01
7 ай бұрын
You do a good job man. I've been watching you for a good minute now and you have really upped your game. The amount of work you put in is noticeable. Keep up the great work!!
@kaleypittman1105
7 ай бұрын
100% agree with this!! He's doing great!!
@marlo8528
7 ай бұрын
Christian influencing is big money! Desperate ppl tend to be their mark.
@Pocket_Sized_Satan
7 ай бұрын
Thank you im glad im not the only one that points out the cult like behavior Christians exhibit
@Pizzaprson123
7 ай бұрын
I feel bad for anyone who falls for “megachurches” or whatever they’re called. It’s obviously such a scam but they prey on people who are down
@IzikDigitalArt
7 ай бұрын
bruh your hard work shows
@flipina
7 ай бұрын
I was raised roman catholic but know other Christian churches have tithes set to 10%. In the Philippines too, most catholic churches post public notices on total donations and expenses monthly and annually.
@tracyvillalobos5739
7 ай бұрын
Oh you must keep us updated if more things come up. I've been part of a church that, although wasn't at this level they did very similar things. It's absolutely possible and it absolutely happens 😔 🙏
@bowtiebanditsgaming6886
7 ай бұрын
I was taught to tithe 10%, but my pastor said that wasn't supposed to be all monetary. Our time was supposed to count towards that 10%, and he preached service to others
@Sweet_Tooth_Art
7 ай бұрын
Remember if he donates money to his non-profit that money is a tax right off. 😏
@amybudreau5229
7 ай бұрын
*writeoff-rite?😂 U 100% accurate
@asuka-ryo
7 ай бұрын
I love every DWKT and Markie overlap I can get!
@HIGHIMALYSSA
7 ай бұрын
I grew up in Ruston Louisiana and I believe 100% that church is shady and only care for other rich people and just advertise that they help “the poor” but they do the bare minimum
@jamielamer2696
7 ай бұрын
I work in nonprofit & can provide some insights. The “not in good standing” with the state isn’t always what it seems. Organizations have to renew their registration with the state every year. Sometimes, it takes a while for paperwork to process, during which time the status can expire & reflect that an organization is not in good standing. That said, it would appear in this case that the annual report & refilling was due 5/3/2023 so the organization definitely failed to file on time & deserve that “not in good standing” designation. The org should have annual 990s available. The 3 years most recent 990s are supposed to be public. I can’t find them for this organization. Revival Way, Inc. is supposed to provide their 990s to anyone who requests them from the public so do with that what you will.
@emikonar9077
7 ай бұрын
I just want to say I love your channel and I love how you keep up with all the drama
@cel.este933
7 ай бұрын
Markie I know you struggle with this, but please set more channel goals. Keep asking for like goals. Closed mouths dont get fed. You got this!! You deserve 1M so ACT like it my boy!!
@kristyrussell5493
7 ай бұрын
I used to work for a law firm. We have never sent letters via DMs or social media. 😂😂
@iyinoluwao3393
7 ай бұрын
I have never in my life been to a church that tracks individual giving. My church is very open with the finances, and has town halls for people to ask any questions, and the transparency has become very important to me.
@Joe90h
7 ай бұрын
"There's no proof as to where the money's going?" "Here's a shady printout as proof that could have been made in any random software." "Okay that's cool and all... And it's all going to that church your family own and have sole access to the funds for, right?" ... "How dare you I'll sue." Yeeeeah I'd say that's pretty open and shut, in my honest opinion. And sadly, probably totally legal.
@terminator3605
7 ай бұрын
Lmao, you should look into all the drama in the diamond art/painting community.😂
@tungstensmum1491
7 ай бұрын
lol what?! I don’t know why I’m surprised that there would be but of course there is. I remember there was a lady in a diamond painting MLM that got some attention for being a whackadoodle Karen a few years ago, but haven’t heard of anything since.
@starsiadraws
7 ай бұрын
I try to stay out of "communities"/fandoms but as someone who does diamond painting as a hobby, I'm VERY interested to know what kind of drama is going on regarding it. 💀
@CM-fw6hz
7 ай бұрын
So religious and political leaders are servants of people, that is the way those roles were meant to be. They should recieve a living wage given to them from a stipend governed by the people they serve.
@OverwhelmedMushroom
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for pausing and reading everything so I don't have to. Soooo much nicer to enjoy the video and follow along instead of constantly pausing and rewinding!! Another reason you're my fave ❤
@thenextpersonontheright
7 ай бұрын
These preachers showing of their expensive cars and private jets etc I feel won't be happy if you quoted Matthew 19:24 at them 😂 The prosperity gospel is such a scam.
@MX1HO
7 ай бұрын
whew this beens the talk of the town for years. I remember my friend visited and they stopped him at the door asking why he didn’t tithe and got upset when he said he wasn’t obligated to since he’s a visitor and they basically told him not to come back.
@mojojojo3411
7 ай бұрын
I love how u say "poor". It sound like "pooer" in American.
@triplesixcrow
7 ай бұрын
lol I always hear the same😂
@ceceeeeeee443
7 ай бұрын
hahaha yes !!!
@weirdhousewivesclub
7 ай бұрын
Markie we appreciate you wading into the dregs of tiktok for us! In terms of tithing, I know that each church and denomination is different, but some very strongly emphasize the 10% of your income every year and it's seen as the "base" amount you're supposed to give, the minimum as a "good Christian." Then you take into account that churches are tax-exempt, and you can see why some churches and pastors/preachers are very wealthy while their parishioners struggle.
@sarahpeshoffdidier2774
7 ай бұрын
Pastors are not tax exempt for clarification. Staff still have to pay income taxes. Churches don't have to pay "income" taxes on tithes received and in most cases get some property taxes waived (all 50 US states exempt them from property taxes, but municipalities differ).
@junkieluv5326
7 ай бұрын
This is one of many reasons I do not believe in organized religion..
@01SaltyWitch
7 ай бұрын
The fact churches are tax exempt because they qualify as charities, when churches are sitting on billions of dollars and so many people/families are seriously struggling financially is disgusting
@StephMartz1
7 ай бұрын
Growing up in the church, like 4 of the 7 days of the week were doing something with the church. I was always told to give what you can (10% is what was the thing though). We were always taught to stay humble and not to live outside our necessities. These people far exceed that.
@renpilak6048
7 ай бұрын
Legal lawsuit! Bring it on. Let the discoveries and all other financials and assets become public record! Woohoo!!
@Savannah-p7t
7 ай бұрын
I used to go to that church. Everything said is true except the part where they went door to door for tithe. They had “outreach” trying to get more people into the church but all other accusations are true. Also the “bank statement” is a paper all members of faith church get at the end of the year to show how much they gave (I have mine from 2020) but they’ve always talked about money in their messages. They always asked for it and expected the “higher ranks” to give more and serve them (literally feed them) without repaying them or even so much as a thank you. They only contacted my grandmother when they wanted something as well as the rest of my family. So yeah it’s all true
@Raven1303x
7 ай бұрын
Yeah this sounds like a scam church using non profits, etc for tax relief and moving money about. Also the rumours and harassment etc with this church are giving Scientology vibes.
@slinkywhippet
7 ай бұрын
I'm really glad Markie is getting recognition and praise for his excellent content from other parts of the Internet - it's well deserved 😊 Keep up the great work 💖💚💙
@jessicah4462
7 ай бұрын
The tithe should be 10% of your income. That’s what we were always raised with it being. No “special days”, that right there should be a red flag the money is being used inappropriately by the Pastor or Reverend. The Pastors are supposed to live modest lives and rely on the churches to provide necessities to survive. As you see, money corrupts the easily corruptible.
@melinnakolodzik6095
7 ай бұрын
happy valentines markie
@sharihazlett3774
7 ай бұрын
Love that you keep up with the drama. It is interesting as heck. Of course they're scamming you
@wendy.allison
7 ай бұрын
Why does that dude look like every tv "minister" out there?
@brucekm
7 ай бұрын
Drama in every genre? BARS
@Tayl0r_
7 ай бұрын
Please definitely keep us updated on this one. Tax season is here for a lot of us Americans I believe. (I haven’t been able to work nor am I able to work right now so correct me if Im wrong). The IRS would probably love to hear about this if it’s in their purview, technically.
@opticalip1
7 ай бұрын
13:34 I was raised with always giving 10%
@merle_9953
7 ай бұрын
I've seen pastors who live lavishly and the church is falling apart. They do some repairs here and there but pocket most of the money. It's not uncommon and unfortunately, people do not call it out for being afraid they will be condemned to hell.
@twilimidna_
7 ай бұрын
Im really happy to see your channel grow markie. Youre a good dude.
@missdenisebee
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for trying to cover the Tiktok drama b-sides! It’s great to see stuff I’d never hear of otherwise. Sometimes my feed is, like, thirty-five different channels all covering the exact same drama, with the exact same talking points. I’ll take some random, underground tea any day, tbh😂
@AliaD85
7 ай бұрын
OMG. 10%. Any extra is offering and the entire church should see the public records.
@annloundy333
7 ай бұрын
I really enjoy that you do the obscure drama. I get tired of seeing the same thing on every other channel. You also seem to find them first. You were first to cover mug gate. Now everyone has jumped on that bandwagon. I also really enjoy the cruise drama and it would be great to see you cover it from the ship
@loralaireed9001
7 ай бұрын
i was scared when i saw the title because usually people just go at Christianity for no reason, but it made me so happy to hear how respectful you were despite the horrible situation you’re talking ab. thanks so much for being respectful and i wish u luck on ur way to 500k!!
@avachuu
7 ай бұрын
i SERIOUSLY appreciate this. normally i dont mind when youtubers i watch all cover the same topic, but the strawberry mug drama was seriously getting to me. obviously not your fault but i was seeing a ton of vids on it and nobody really had anything super unique to say bc it was a stupid ahh situation to be fair, but its clear that you put so much effort into your videos and i really truly appreciate you taking the time to find unique stories to share with us. youve recently become one of my fave youtubers and its become so difficult to find new channels i enjoy nowadays so keep up the good work!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@Tal_Spotting
7 ай бұрын
Just waiting for the synagogue and the mosque drama
@LakinMae5
7 ай бұрын
And the Temple and Shrine drama.
@bellefowler6104
7 ай бұрын
I'm not surprised honestly. Surprised at the scale of it since it's a church in Ruston, but you have to be extremely careful at churches that have mandatory Tithes. I went to one church where we were taught about tithes in children's Sunday school. Sometimes people in positions of power get greedy. It happened at the church on my road. The pastors wife was stealing money after the pastor died from a heart attack. They kicked her out. That same pastor stopped visiting my sick grandfather when he stopped paying tithes. These are not the people we should have leading our congregations.
@moonriverinc7896
7 ай бұрын
I don't know a whole lot about tithes, but I do know theyre not mandatory and are conscience-based. Some people will like commit a certain amount per year based on their income, but once again i have never known tithes to be mandatory. My current church doesn't even pass a plate, I'm assuming to not make visitors uncomfortable. They just leave a box in the back or you can approach an elder about it.
@01SaltyWitch
7 ай бұрын
Tithing is mandatory in the Mormon church to take the sacrament
@johndow8725
7 ай бұрын
A cease and desist, even from an attorney is just a request. It’s not required unless it’s court ordered. I personally would never take a C&D seriously from any form of social media inbox or DM. I may question ramifications if it were on a letterhead from an accredited law office or certified mail. Anyone can tell (request) you to stop any behavior but you’re not obligated to appease their personal will or comforts.
@michellerhodes5477
7 ай бұрын
So he's "donating" money back to himself. He also showed a state tax ID number but did not show a federal tax ID number. This feels sketchy af to me but I think a lot of these "ministries," are ways to move money around and get rich off the back of their parishioners. But that's just my opinion.
@Shoot4AlarmFire
7 ай бұрын
Good on you for bringing this to light. Just wow.... Also, you said 'tithe' correctly. And traditionally, it is 10%, or in a good church, whatever you can give.
@joemac5992
7 ай бұрын
I'm not surprised. Grifters be grifting
@katiejean1
7 ай бұрын
Gotta say you are quickly becoming one of my favorite KZitem channels. I used to watch your videos here and there but as of lately been watching far more frequently and I’ve been going to your channel to find videos versus just clicking on one when it pops up on my main page. You have a very enduring personality that genuinely makes me want to continue watching. Fingers crossed you get to 500k! I personally think it’s in the bag but keep doing what you’re doing and I’ll keep supporting! :)
@Garage23
7 ай бұрын
After years of not going to church, and revisiting again I was shocked to see they use Card Swipers now. Is this normal now in other churches?
@jford8216
7 ай бұрын
I’ve seen this in the uk
@Ale.smith1123
7 ай бұрын
I’ve never heard of a church tracking offerings and harassing members who are behind on offerings… that’s ridiculous. When I was little I remember our church bought my dad a car and would give us food every other week
@huma474
7 ай бұрын
Sounds like he's just running a standard church scam
@DaNieLLe33993
6 ай бұрын
And my family wonders why I don’t go to church anymore. Had one church I went to that we had special tithes on the pastors birthday month but wouldn’t give the week before bc we would do it AT the local charity. He would have his “party” at the soup kitchen or local shelter and where we would help out for the day, donate our tithes of what we could directly to the establishment and then all go out to eat. He was a true believer and inspiration. These new leaders are disgusting and shameful. Good on this guy for calling them out.
@kayc_x3
7 ай бұрын
King of obscure Tik Tok community drama 👑
@donmurky
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for your service!! I love learning about new drama and getting the latest episode of crazy cruise news.
@necrocat3172
7 ай бұрын
This guy honestly just sounds like a regular pastor lmfao. Religious grift is not an uncommon thing. It would be really cool honestly to see this guy go after other religious grifts like this. Families are bled dry by these pastors with the promise of salvation and its disgusting.
@toratoragaming
7 ай бұрын
Every Baptist church I attended as a child said to tithe if you can, and only if you can. Tithe what you can when you can, and if you can’t you’re in our prayers. I left the religion years ago but I’m still friends with quite a few of the staff of our local Baptist church because of my childhood experiences with them (they were in charge of my after school program in elementary school haha)
@Sarah-ux4ws
7 ай бұрын
HOLY CRAP!! I never expected my hometown to pop up in receipts
@alleycatonafence
7 ай бұрын
Just want to say, everyone sasses when you get a word wrong; so I'd like to point out that you nailed "tithe" lol you got this 😤
@Kartiiiii
7 ай бұрын
Markie and do we know them are my absolute favorite channels. I love markie for the short tea and DWKT for elaborate tea. Y’all the best.
@paradingmarty
7 ай бұрын
idk if it's just the difference between US and Polish churches (I've never attended mass in a British church) but we would literally put maybe a bunch of coins or pounds into the donations basket. I honestly find it so mad how there are priests or preachers who live a lavish lifestyle potentially off of other peoples hard earned money and they can get away with it.
@rmarshall7744
7 ай бұрын
this - as a kid my parents would let me put £1 in when there was a collection. we rarely gave much more than that, sometimes just coins we had, I think the culture is so different
@rebekah3483
7 ай бұрын
That "bank statement" is one anyone can do with their bank account... it's only him putting that money that went out in a section he's created as "tithes". Just like the ones your bank already has made for you like, "eating out" or "mortgage". You can create your own categories and this seems what this is... my bank statement could look the same (not with those numbers of course, lol), but I have a "tithe" category so I know which to look for when adding that up to do my taxes! 😂 I'm seriously cracking up at this!
@miranda13c
7 ай бұрын
bless Markie for being the king of obscure TikTok drama and always having so much tea to spill. 👏
@balancingthedark
7 ай бұрын
You deserve the accolades, Markie! 🎉 As for the church stuff, it's unfortunately completely believable. After spending my childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood submerged in religion, I can say it's pretty damn difficult to find a church that doesn't have some kind of shady, sketchy, or creepy sh*t going on.
@devorar395
7 ай бұрын
I absolutely ADORE that you and my #1 girlies of DWKT have such a great and respectful attitude towards one another!!! I watch both channels religiously and love it
@sleepysmartboy6287
7 күн бұрын
As an exMo we always had to give 10%. At my church they would publicly name families that did not meet tithes in a "pray for their financial security" kind of way. It was embarrassing.
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