Bishop TD Jakes is not afraid to die (video)

The Senior Pastor of The Potter’s House in Dallas, Bishop Thomas Dexter Jakes (T.D Jakes), has made a profound declaration, revealing that he remains unafraid to confront his mortality, despite a recent and alarming health scare.

The revered spiritual leader, affectionately known as TD Jakes, suffered a sudden and unexpected medical emergency while delivering a sermon on Sunday, an unsettling incident that was captured on camera for the entire world to witness.

In his inaugural address to the public on Thursday, following the harrowing events of Sunday, Bishop Jakes expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the outpouring of support and well-wishes he received from his congregation, colleagues, and admirers around the globe.

He said: “I’m so grateful. I’m grateful to you all. All the people who prayed. All the people who texted, who had prayer vigils. All the people who were concerned sent love and sent notes. I’m just grateful. Thank you.

“I’m not afraid to die. I don’t want to hurt my kids and the people who love me. My church, who needs me; the world who called me; the God who sent me. At times like this, I’ve got to be grateful.”

In his statement, Jakes also thanked God that he did not suffer a stroke, noting that the incident could have turned fatal.

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.

“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.

“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 honoir the Sabbath, I’m reminded that rest is not a weakness—it is a divine gift. Together, we press forward, steadfast in the work the Lord has set before us.”