Richard Roberts Resigns

I heard Richard sent in his letter of resignation to the regents. It looks like he is no longer the boss.

I think this is a good step for ORU. Too much controversy is following Richard (four seperate lawsuits have been filed), and it's time for new leadership.

My prayers are twofold. First I pray that Richard and family will repent of any wrongdoing. I also pray for healing between the Roberts' and those hurt by their behavior. Second, I pray the leaders @ ORU will evaluate the theology held by many of the regents.

I've said this several times, it's not happenstance that ORU has the problems it has given many in the leadership are involved in the Word Faith movement. Remember, it isn't just Richard that is accused of lavish living. Time and time again, investigators have uncovered many high profile WF ministers living like kings and queens. My wife's nephew worked at a Hotel in OKC where Benny Hinn was holding one of his crusades. He and several others were responsible for serving Hinn's entourage. The curious little thing about Hinn's company is he had his own food taster. Another article disclosed a minster who graduated from a famous WF minister's school of preaching. (I think it was Morris Cerullio but I am not sure) this particular minister took a trip to Africa for one of his shows (err crusades) while addressing the crowd, he was dressed in a suit of green and sat on a gold throne. These two examples (one can find more, all they have to do is a little research) should go to show Richard's behavior and lifestyle are by no means unique in the "Name it and Claim it" movement.

Oh, one other thing, Ministry watch .org, http://ministrywatch.org/mw2.1/H_Home.asp has given most of those in the WF movementfailing grades for transparency regarding their funds.

Let us continue to pray for those involved on both sides of the ORU scandal. May God be with all parties and may they find healing and direction on doing His will.

UPDATE: I heard on KFAQ this morning Richard Roberts may still be head of ORU Ministry. Also, the Profs are paid by ORUM, this makes for an interesting development in the ORU sags. Who knows how this will turn out.