Bishop TD Jakes Speaks After Suffering Health Scare During Sermon (Video)
Bishop TD Jakes, the renowned leader of The Potter’s House megachurch in the United States, has opened up following a health scare that occurred during a live-streamed sermon on Sunday.
Osun Defender recalls that the 67-year-old preacher was seen sitting on a stool as he concluded a heartfelt prayer. Moments later, he appeared to lower his microphone and began shaking, leaving his congregation and online viewers in shock. The livestream was abruptly halted, sparking widespread concern about his health.
However, in a video shared on Instagram on Wednesday, Jakes, wearing a green baseball cap and sunglasses, appeared seated in a wheelchair. He expressed profound gratitude to the medical team that attended to him and to the numerous individuals who sent messages, prayed, and showed support during the ordeal.
“It didn’t have to end this good. I’m so grateful,” Jakes said, visibly in tears.
“I’m grateful to y’all, all the people who prayed, all the people who texted, all the people who had prayer vigils, all the people who were concerned and sent love and sent notes. I’m just grateful.”
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In the post’s caption, the cleric reflected on the experience. He acknowledged the privilege of serving God’s people and the importance of relying on divine strength. He also thanked God that his condition was not a stroke.
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“Serving God’s people is an extraordinary privilege, and Sunday was no exception as I gave my all in delivering the message God placed on my heart. Even when I sensed the weight of my humanity and pushed through nonetheless, I’m reminded that even the strongest must rely on His strength,” he wrote.
“I give thanks unto the Lord that I did not have a stroke, however the event could’ve been fatal if it weren’t for God’s intervention. A special thank you to God and the medical professionals in our city whose speed and expertise were beyond exceptional. My job is to recuperate and reflect on God’s protection. I owe it to my amazing family and church members to rest and ruminate as He restores me towards His service. As God calls us to honor the Sabbath, I’m reminded that rest is not a weakness – it is a divine gift.
“While I continue to be strengthened by His grace, I stand in awe of my family and the tremendous leadership team that surrounds me. Together, we press forward, steadfast in the work the Lord has set before us. I’ve heard from friends from the global community who expressed God’s love in ways that were astonishing! God’s faithfulness was unmistakable to all those present.
“I’m forever humbled by your outpouring of love and support. I will always give my best. May His presence continue to guide and sustain you and provide peace and protection over you all.”
The church has yet to elaborate on what may have caused the health scare and Jakes’ prognosis.
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