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Excellent and insightful biography of this rather shocking minister, Pastor Melissa Scott, who is on religious paid television!! She's sure different I guess you could say! Thanks for making this information available. You have done a public service and cleared up some question marks about pastor Melissa Scott.

there is no question about it!!!!!!!!!!
me lissa is the one.....

JESUS came to heal the sick, preach deliverance and set the captives free.

Be glad you won't judge yourself on the last day!
i have seen both on tv, and i would have to say that any of Their detractors should consider that they too will be under the microscope on the last day.

no one is righteous, not one.
You should be glad these Persons were not afraid to step out of delusions and make an effort to please God.

if it faults you're looking for, you may find them, and step into a pit cuz you're looking for trash and miss the precious.

i dare anyone, myself included to prove that all their thoughts words and deeds are any more holy than anyone elses..
That said, appreciate the truth that is presented and forgive the rest... if that were your Job, how would you do at it?
Do you think Her life is/was easy?

By the way, why try to judge or punish them? if they have any of that coming, Let God do it, lest you be punished for making a mistake at doing HIS Job.

And, how would you like it if you had a similar pack of hounds after you?
Now that You've read this you may not claim ignorance..

probly, it's time for you to pray like your life depends on it; because actually, it does... thats why you are reading this now, its no accident.

APPARENTLY YOU ARE VERY IGNORANT OF BIBLICAL SCRIPTURE AND MUST BE A MEMBER OF HER CHRUCH. PAUL AND THE EARLY CHURCH FATHERS AGGRESSIVELY CONTENDED FOR THE FAITH AGAINST WOLVES IN SHEEPS CLOTHING, FALSE APOSTLES AND CHRIST'S WHO COME AMONG THE SHEEP TO DESTROY THE CHURCH. THE EARLY CHURCH FATHERS JUDGED AND WROTE AGAINST THEIR FALSE DOCTRINES AND AGAINST FALSE TEACHERS WHO TRIED TO DESTROY FLOCK. THE EARLY CHURCH FATHERS KNEW THAT THEY WERE SATAN'S HENCHMEN TO DECEIVE THOSE WHO ARE IGNORANT OF BIBLICAL SCRIPTURE. THESE TEACHERS TWIST SCRIPTURE TO FIT THEIR OWN PERVERTED DOCTRINES. MELISSA SCOTT AND GENE SCOTT ARE BOTH ADULTERERS AND THEREBY EXCLUDED FROM MINISTRY. THE EARLY CHURCH FATHERS AND I MEAN SUCH SAINTS AS BISHOP OF ROME CLEMENT 170AD WHO KNEW THE APOSTLES AND DISCIPLES OF CHRIST WOULD HAVE EXCOMMUNICATED THE LIKES OF GENE AND MELISSA SCOTT. GENE SCOTT WHO SWEARS AND IS FULL OF RAGE AND ANGER DOES NOT HAVE THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT. YOU WILL KNOW THEM BY THEIR FRUIT. WHAT THESE FALSE TEACHERS WILL DO OVER TIME IS TO ISOLATE THOSE UNDER THEM FROM THE FELLOWSHIP OF OTHER BELIEVERS AND DENOMINATIONS, NO ACCOUTABILITY FOR THEIR TEACHINGS AND ACTIONS AND WILL EVENTUALLY LEAD THIER PEOPLE INTO ERROR AND ETERNAL DESTRUCTION. WHERE IS THEIR STATEMENT OF BELIEF? WHERE IS THEIR ACCOUNTABILITY? DO NOT DONATE FUNDS TO ANY ORGANIZATION UNLESS THEY WILL GIVE YOU THIER FINANCIAL STATEMENT SO THAT YOU CAN DETERMINE HOW THESE FUNDS ARE BEING USED! WHERE IS MELLISSA SCOTT'S EDUCATION AND WHAT DENOMINATION IS THE OVERSIGHT FOR HER CHURCH?

You make some good points in your post. However, I don't believe anyone impresses God by attempting to be self righteous. Intentionally or not.
I also wish that more people, especially those who are serious and dedicated Bible readers of any faith who wish to live according to the will of God to the best of their ability would spend equal time reading the writings of the early church. Who knows, the Catholic population might just have a strong growth spurt. Besides as you already know it's excellent beneficial reading.
But what I wanted to share with you, is an error you made.

ADULTERERS AND THEREBY EXCLUDED FROM MINISTRY.
It's a little hard to explain. First of all "" The Church does not ex-communicate anyone"" That is something one brings on themself, and does to themself the moment the grave sin is commited... You are giving those who don't have a strong foundation in the teachings the wrong understanding of the lesson, and possibly hurt those who are considering becoming a member of the faith.
First of all a person ex-communicates him or herself. It doesn't mean you can't attend Mass, or worship God, or even teach or share the Good News of the Gospel.
When a person commits a sin of such serious proportion, they automatically ex-communicate themself.. To ex-communicate means (one can't participate in the Eucharist. They can't receive, or serve the sacrifice until the sin is confessed, contrition is made, and the person promises to repent. REMEMBER THIS " No sin " is greater than God's Mercy " NOT ONE" And that is for all of us. Not just preachers, or Priest. And it doesn't just apply to adultery. Don't forget that all the apostles were very sinful. Some more than you or I. Some had to struggle and continually repent during their entire lives.

I support your very wise advice DO NOT DONATE FUNDS TO ANY ORGANIZATION UNLESS you have all the facts needed to determine if this is where you want to place your hard earned money. Personally I can walk out my door anytime of the day... and find the Lord in need.. in someone. And my meager 5 bucks can do more for one person down the street than a $100 or more can do for any well-to-do ministry on TV.

to anyone reading the comments in this area, please be aware that some of it is NOT what the BIBLE teaches. If one wants to bring up false teachings then, this here would be a good example of false teachings. please do not confuse what the bible calls "THE CHURCH" (this is all the people who are believers, the body) with all the religious doctrines (rules of a particular church group like catholics or church of Christ for example) that societies have created to suit their needs, this is what is known as legalism, examples in bible are pharisees and sadducee's. JESUS is the cornerstone, meaning we are to measure ourselves by him, he is the pattern to follow, all the talk about popes etc is worthless babble, read the bible and see for yourself.

The Lord has quickened Pastor Scott in a great way. Her past isn't important as it is just that: her past. No certain sin is any less or more than any other sin. Sin is sin. In Christ we are washed clean.

I think her teachings are enlightening. My Spirit is benefitting from her teachings. She is genuine.

All of you stone casters should take a good look at yourselves and repent of your judgmental attitudes.

The wolf is real and is demonic and not a person of flesh and you can see its fruit - Accuser

Usually the ones who rant and rave about "forgiveness" and "not judging" are up to evil themselves. One momment this slut is spreading her legs on camera, next she's preaching Geesus.

Do not participate in badmouthing anyone, be careful to not become a FALSE WITNESS against anyone. let he who is without sin cast the first stone. everyone is quick to jump on this "false teacher" bandwagon. but i say--THE BIBLE SAYS, you will be accountable for all the words you speak. to anyone who is struggling with this whole subject here, please read the bible and you will see that all this badmouthing here is not the way that JESUS taught. nothing has been proven here, it is all idle talk.

Everyone who has a single derogatory thought, or thing to say, about Pastor Melissa Scott should check out their pasts. Leave Pastor Scott (who doesn't deserve this abuse) alone.

Whomever is inclined to believe this "best answer", chosen by the asker (gullible enough by no validity) is being attempted upon to be swayed to believe lies by someone who has a personal vendetta against Pastor Scott.

There will always be disgusting people, in cyberspace and otherwise, who will continue to drag on and on, someone's past, just to vent nastiness, or get negative attention.

In reference to Pastor Scott, why don't these pathetic people look in the mirror. Then, instead embellish the representation of goodness that Melissa has blossomed to become. She's an articulate linguist of superior intelligence, with a beautiful singing voice that comes from her heart. The public needs to stop criticizing her.

None of us is perfect and will never be and I hope that more and more people will forgive Melissa for what's in her past, realizing that she's probably a better person for having lived through it, now able to make educational comparisons, feeling that where she is now is so much more meaningful in her own heart and soul and in God's eyes.

Melissa is a beautiful person inside and out who has learned, and earned, her position in front of God and the people on His earth and will spread His word, with grace, dignity and intelligence, to all who are saavy enough to appreciate, and take the time to understand her messages.

Shirley

Like God says to me, to you, and to everyone else, “who are you to judge another mans servant? Before his master he stands or falls!”

I’m so thankful for that, because if it wasn’t that way I’d be condemned for sure.

I’m so thankful that I stand before God with this assurance of justice.

And so likewise I too have learned to have the eyes to see that there is a great thing happening in and through Melissa Scott.

I personally think it’s nothing short of miraculous!


…..Randy W

THE BIBLE SAYS (the word), GOD brings us from glory to glory, meaning he pulls us out of the dirty pit we are in (our sin, no one is without sin) and he makes us clean and more like Christ day by day (a process), as long as, we are willing and make an effort to take a step forward each day. THE LORD forgives us for our past sin, THE BIBLE SAYS, He remembers it no more. when we humbly come before HIM and confess our sins and invite him into our lives, to be our lord and savior, then he will never forget us nor forsake us. read the bible and see for yourself.

THIS WOMEN IS A ANTI-CATHOLIC. SEE HIDES BEHIND A ATTRACTIVE AND INTELLIGENT SHELL SHE IS A TRUE BIGOT. I AM NOT CATHOLIC BUT WE CAN NOT LET HER SAY THIS. "THE CHURCH" THAT COULD ONLY MEAN ONE THING. THAT CATHOLICS ARE LIKE THE POPES OF THE PAST. WHICH IS NOT TRUE. "THE CHURCH" IS STRONG AND HAS A RICH HISTORY. AND LAST TIME I CHECKED ALL CHRISTIANS WHERE ONCE CATHOLIC AND BEFORE THAT WE WHERE ALL JEWS. SO REALLY WE ARE ALL BROTHERS AND SISTERS. ARE CATHOLICS JUST OUR WHIPPING BOYS.

There is no biblical nor historical basis for your argument.

I heard that she was the Whore of Babylon and that she adheres to strict Dake-Bonoist teachings.

How interesting... and what a surprise.. as most people had, or still have no clue... that every single Christian was a Catholic until.. what was it... 15th, 16th century.. and the murderous.. adulterous affairs of King Henry.. all because the Poper wouldn't grant him a Divorce. Most people have no idea that the English King... was.. a devout Catholic.. and even after the King led a new persecution of the Church, and the Protestant reform began, that the King still had his sons raised in the teachings of the Church. Basic history.

Nonsense. It is a lie to claim that before the 16th century every single Christian was a Catholic. You don't know your history, just the lies the Catholic church has been spreading. There have always been various Christian groups separate from the Catholic church.
Why do you think the Catholic has spend so much time killing those from rival Christian groups? Obviously because they didn't like having any competition.

Yes, the catholics have been the biggest denomination, but they certainly have never been the only "christian" church. (and I dont even consider these Mary-worshipping idolaters to be true Christians, but anyway...)

Google the words "Apostolic History Outline" There's a free pdf available that breaks down some of this, if you care to know the real truth.

I would suggest it's you who does not know history, but as they say ignorance is Bliss... and you are in a fantastic state of it.

You deserve to be allowed to stay there.

by your words it is obvious you have NOT read the bible. by your fruit you will be known.

i hope that no one young in the faith, or one who has not read the bible will get distracted by idle talk. for some good useful reading please read ecclesiastes in the bible.

Do you think Catholics should be indignant and shocked about the bias against them with their history. Do you really believe that the POpe is infallable in the details of the Catholic Church as the Catholics proclaim. Why is that bigoted when it is the inconvienient truth.

I recently started watching Pastor Melissa Scott on TV. In watching her broadcast, however, two things bother me. One is the absence of prayer - I have never heard anyone in that church pray - and prayer, among other things is a declaration of dependance upon God. The other thing is the apparent arrogance that one hears between the lines (a lot of claims of self accomplishments and special revelations that others probably don't think about.) The doctrine seems somewhat sound, but the attitudes are scarey. Keep an eye on what this church and Melissa does. Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up. Prior to today's internet searching, I had no idea of her past. If in fact she has been converted to Christ, then the past is the past and it is truly under Christ's sacrifice. If not, that will soon be evident as well. - Andy

Very good comment from Andy above on the absence of prayer and the underlying arrogance of current leader of that church. I have never heard or seen her before, but a few minutes of watching the show left me troubled spiritually. I, too, sensed a level of haughtiness and pride similar to what was found in Jezebel from biblical scriptures. At first I was angry, but more than anger, I felt and still feel deeply saddened by what seems to be a false teacher. I looked on the website to read some of her late husband's teachings and the one article I skimmed through, defamed the decency and honor of our Saviour Jesus Christ. How can a church truly have an intimate relationship with God without prayer? People, please be aware and be not deceived!

first of all about prayer, you just show how ignorant you are of the bible.

jesus says pray in private and you will be answerd in private. do not pray like the pharasis in public to be seen of men.

that is another reason i never goto churches because of there disreguard of the holy bible. and fill the walls of there church with things to do to make the sheep happy. and do not teach gods word. they what to sing and make it a entertainment show.

so far i havent read in the bible that you go to a church made by man on sunday and do a schedule made by man to get to heaven

and who is the person that had sutch faith that jesus felt the power go out of him, mary magdilen the whore.

those who have no sin throw the first stone.

please read THE BIBLE concerning jezebel and question what is written here. Scott who is a teacher of the word knows the word probably better than anyone. but, I say question all that is written here and read THE BIBLE from front to back and then see for yourself whether it matches up. i challenge you to!

"Spot On"-Andy. As a long time Spirit filled Christian. . . I get a very 'strange' vibe from her. My first imperssion of her was (I'm sorry to say) that she has a influencial sexual side that is still very present in her life. This is before I even knew her history.
You are correct in saying that 'time will tell.' I truly hope that I am wrong about her.
She rarely mentions Jesus or prays. But, what you do get is 'chain preaching' on the history of some part of the Bible ie. the church of Smyrna, original greek, past present perfect tense. . . but only in bits and pieces. She jumps around in her message so one never feels settled or confortable. "having the form of godliness, but denying the power thereof." Rick

She always mentions Jesus.

scott is a teacher of the bible, she is teaching at a college level, thus, it may be difficult for some to understand or follow, if you're still young in the word, just read the bible more and eventually you'll catch up.

to all reading here, question whether a true "spirit-filled christian" (meaning filled with the HOLY SPIRIT/GOD living within you) would ever talk like this. Question this, read THE BIBLE and see for yourself.

Prayer is between you and god, not for a showy demonstration of faith. Read Matthew 6:6

thank you for this post--matthew 6., a good example that the things people say should be tested by the word. to anyone reading here, please read it for yourselves. www.biblegateway.com, just because you see some doing something in your experiences doesn't mean it is accurate, always test it by the word/THE BIBLE!

Hey Andy, why don't you get up on the air/internet and do better? In fact why don't you go to Pastor Scott's church in person, and possibly meet with Her? Then how will it go?
if you think this through, you can save travel costs and just Pray for understanding.. and i'll bet you will write a retraction
question is: how long will you endure this stain on your soul?
if only you knew how much is costs you to own the stain of judgment!
real easy to fix it; totally Pray for Her and for understanding, and keep at it until you have penetrated your doubts and fears .. until you can actually receive God's answer.

that may be done in an hour or the whole rest of your life.. thats the part which is up to you!

While we were yet sinners Christ died for fr the ungodly. He forgives and makes us new and clean in H

~Shalom~

I have a quesion as to why you try to prove scripture with Arabic instead of Hebrew and Aramaic; Hebrew being the oldest dual language system being mathematically and musically exact would provide the MOST intrinsic value of comment.

TOrah Scholars do carefukky examine the particulates which The Creator Of The Universe brought to a place of agreement to establish The Order Of Life.

Sincerely,ateedaz@inorbit.com

~Shalom~

I have a quesion as to why you try to prove scripture with Arabic instead of Hebrew and Aramaic; Hebrew being the oldest dual language system being mathematically and musically exact would provide the MOST intrinsic value of comment.

TOrah Scholars do carefully examine the particulates which The Creator Of The Universe brought to a place of agreement to establish The Order Of Life.

Sincerely,ateedaz@inorbit.com

Pastwhore Melissa Scott is simply a cruel hoax being played on the gullible, as was her pimp, EuGene Scott.

Amen Brother!
Melissa Scott is a money-hungry joke
who has no real value except to,
possibly, herself. She has bastardized
the good work done by the late Dr. Scott.
God bless his soul and all uf us!

one must look at the mirror before you criticize another; are you a loser? and criticizing Melissa Scott for being so God-damn sexy and charismatic?! Are you jealous?! ...that you don't have it?! If you do have it then sorry . but the truth is that no one really has anything because well I don't believe in individuality I believe though that Love DOES exist. I'm such a loser for even writing this but I love you guys too much so let me put this god damn 5 digit code in and press the fuckin submit button Ciao and have a fuckin great life. Normal people have a great life; Christians with sticks up your asses and have a deep fear of Hell(like I uses to), have a FUCKin great life. Hasta Lavista See?! Pastor Melissa Scott is NOT the only one that can speak more than one language!!!

to anyone reading here, read THE BIBLE and then compare this and what she says to THE BIBLE, then, know for yourselves, it doesn't matter what the former scott said, either way the question is this: Was it the word of GOD being taught? if so, then, it doesn't matter who shared it.

Can we be civil if not Christian in our responses? Your response shows nastiness and vulgarity.

A very wise person once gave this advice. If it be of God, you will not be able to stand against it. If it be of man, you will not have to try much to destroy it. PMS described her past as what it was. Her currently aired shows are mostly good. But, I'm waiting for her to preach a sermon on 1 Timothy chapter 3. I bet I could get old waiting on that.

1 tim 3 is not a passage that most teach about anyway.

God is entering in and closing this cruel ungodly ministery.
Gene and Melissa Scott and the pastor's henchman make a mockery of the word of God and clergy everywhere. They blaspheme from the pulpit, and abuse God's children. Pastor Melissa Scott is haughty, mean spirited and onerous in her single minded pursuit of the almighty dollar. Blessed be those who slave for the unworthy siren who bewitched Dr. Gene Scott. Her aired programs prey on the less able gullible followers. She is a vexatious hoax and boil on the perfect body of Christ. The holy spirit is moving to dry up her money stream.

Nope.I'm afraid you are wrong. You also sound angry and vindictive. If you by any chance voted for George Bush then you have everything understood about Christianity backwards.

Wow, I am amazed that anyone would spend more than two minutes listening to her Babel. It does not surprise that she was a Porn star. She is a false teacher in every sense! She could not put a complete message together if it was written for her.
I pray for anyone who is at the church or watching her on T.V. because she will surely lead them to damnation. I thought I had seen it all. How does teach John 3:16 with giving to the church.

Mellisa is so very far ahead of most of the people making negative comments. She is probably to sharp for most of you to follow. You forgave Bill Clinton, you are about to elect his liar wife Hillory, so that tells me something about the low IQ in general of our nation. Mellisa is obviously very sharp and makes a lot of since to me, you have to listen, you guys are used to the real liars and cheats like Benny the Hen, Jimmy drunken Swaggort,and all the others, Mellisa is the real deal, the one you should be listening to. People like you all are the same type that would have hung Christ on the cross, was he wrong, yet thy condemned him. Shame shame you poor shameless ignorant rat finks.

to anyone reading this, please READ THE BIBLE and then question what is being said on this site.

to anyone reading here, even the BIBLE says that anyone who stands up for the word will be persecuted, anyone, people will come and try to pervert everything good. just look around. distraction is a tool to get people focused on the wrong things, the things that don't even matter. stay focused, READ THE WORD and see for yourself and learn about the things that do matter.

Pastor Melissa Scott is a lying cheat and con artist of the worst kind. To quote someone else, at least charlatan Gene Scott was an honest crook. Now Melissa Barbie Bridges is going to solicit profits for her preached sermons on tape and CD.
It'll just mean more money for the IRS to seize in her phoney
church front.

You can lay a crooked stick down next to a straight stick and
tell the difference. Melissa Scott, LAUC pastor and heiress to Dr. Gene Scott's ill begotten fortune, is a crooked stick.

You've got to be kidding me...? Who could watch this woman "preach" and not feel that there was something "off-center" about her methods and intent. Even the most unreligious among us could see through this transparent messenger and simply feel that she was sending a plea based on greed and deception. Clearly, her physical appearance is obviously a crafty disguise...the Collar of a Priest, the lack of make-up as that of a Pentacostal, the practical shoes and slacks w/jacket to draw attention away from her body, the speaking in different "tongues" to translate the Bible, yet preach constantly without a single prayer asked for or presented...And her CONSTANT reminder of the tithe and how even her most loyal subjects are not giving anywhere CLOSE to the amount SHE needs to live. Her existance on-the-air merely makes Dr. Gene Scott look more the Fool, and gives credance to his critics, that his ministry was a sham. Only thing missing on Melissa Scott's stage is a brass pole for her to spin on and collect her congregations tithes...Now that is something she's familiar with!

If you think she isn't wearing makeup, then you don't know what make-up looks like. She is clering wearing all sorts of eye makeup, as well as blush and lipstick.

I have been watching her broadcast, and she preached a whole sermon about you should always be trying to be more godly and Christian. Why do you need to see her praying? Can't you pray by yourself? She has information to share and ca talk about what the Bible originally said in Hebrew. There's use in that.

You guys seem to be condemning her for making a living and for being good-looking. Just admit that you just don't like her, and stop pretending that logic has anything to do with it.

I do have to admit that she is a terrible singer, though.

This is so weird that everyone thinks that she is trying to hide her sexuality and to look conservative and religious. The only reason I am writing here (I am as unreligious as it gets) is that while flipping through the channels and getting bored, I saw a hot, highly sexual woman, who is trying in a really pervert way to look religious. Boy, is she hot and pervert (in a good sense :)!! She has huge boobs, visible through that tight outfit, long and nice legs, very well outlined through the tight pants, uses make up in a very smart and tasty way. I had no idea who she is and what her story is, searched the name shown on the screen and it turns out she is a PORN STAR!! NICE!! I did not know that she used to be a porn star, but I really wanted to see that woman naked and hoped that she would have any naked pics, even if they were fakes! And VOILA, she has movies! People, her sexuality is so obvious and so out there, I can't believe you don't see it. Finally, so there are no misunderstandings - I am not judging her for her past, I find that really sexy and nice, and she obviously achieves her goals - I don't care about religion, but I haven't watched someone on TV so intently recently, and I even listen to her, because even the way she talks is soooo sexy. If someone can tell me some of her movies, I would be very, very thankful.

I have a therapist who might be able to help you with the obvious problems you and your crude respondant has.

You're right. Believe it or not, Melissa has large breasts, and dresses that way to cover them up!

Hey! Suck my dick!

Maybe if you had one........

You can't fault Dr. Gene Scott, his knowledge of laugauge is excellent. He may have missed the mark at times with his message, but he knew his langauge. Now, as to his wife, she is also very intellegent, and I think fun to watch. I feel bad she has a past, but who doesn't? I find her inchanting, her voice and her hair, the way she moves... God forgive me, but I think she is hot. She can have my money, if she needs it.

~Shalom~

The Pastorr does not have t BE a man; the preacher does not have to BE a man; a rabbi is a teacher NOt a preacher thogh she is NOTclaiming to BE such and indeed is not classified in this catagory. While being apparently well versed iand well read in many languages she also does express her deep convictions that Jesus Christ Is L-rd ; that we EACH mut take a look at the place from where we have been purchased/redeemed.

Not every prayer is said the same in all cultures or faith. I hear a prayer in the heartfelt songs and see it often in her ezpressions; not every church or congregation offers an altar call; this woman has mosr frequently maintained her *sinner saved by grace* stance ; this is not an admirable characteristic..it is a MIRACLE xharacteristic; we are all walking miracles to some extent.

While I do no taccept ANY teaching without a long objectivity ..I DO maintain a high degree of inspiration from this ministry from which the heartbeat of genuine repentance emmanates.

The fear of The L-rd is the beginning of wisdom

If this woman claims to know anything she isdoing so not before a blind G-d;she is full aware of the streghts of G-d and the faiabilty of man.

Likewise she finds her life and hope in the faithful intent of G-d who chooses NOT to willinglly afflict ;the mercy of G-d

He is The L-rd and does as He pleases..this is ALSO written.

Thank you Passotor Sister Friend
Bruch HaShem! ateedaz@inorbit.com

Should Women Be Pastors and Elders?

In a social climate of complete equality in all things, the biblical teaching of only allowing men to be pastors and elders is not popular. Many feminist organizations denounce this position as antiquated and chauvinistic. In addition, many Christian churches have adopted the "politically correct" social standard and have allowed women pastors and elders in the church. But the question remains, is this biblical?
My answer to this question is, "No, women are not to be pastors and elders." Many may not like that answer, but it is, I believe, an accurate representation of the biblical standard. You make the decision after reading this paper.

First of all, women are under-appreciated and under-utilized in the church. There are many gifted women who might very well do a better job at preaching and teaching than many men. However, it isn't gifting that is the issue, but God's order and calling. What does the Bible say? We cannot come to God's word with a social agenda and make it fit our wants. Instead, we must change and adapt to what it says.
In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth, the garden of Eden, and Adam and Eve. He put Adam in the garden and gave him the authority to name all the animals. Afterwards, God made Eve as a helper to Adam.(1) This is an important concept because Paul refers to the order of creation in his epistle to Timothy when he discusses the relationship between men and women in the church context. Let's take a look.
"But I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man, but remain quiet. For it was Adam who was first created, and then Eve. And it was not Adam who was deceived, but the woman being quite deceived, fell into transgression" (1 Tim. 2:12-14 -- all quotes from the Bible are from the NASB). This passage has several interesting areas of discussion, but for our purpose we will focus on authority. At the very least, there is an authority structure set up by God. The woman is not to have authority over the man in the church context. But this does not extend to the political/economic world. In the Old Testament Deborah was a judge in Israel over men. Also, in the New Testament, Phoebe played an important role in the church at Cenchrea (Romans 16). There is no doubt that women supported Paul in many areas and were great helpers in the church (Act 2:17; 18:24; 21:8). But what Paul is speaking of in 1 Tim. 2 is the relationship between men and women in the church structure, not in a social or political context.
When we look further at Paul's teachings we see that the bishop/overseer is to be the husband of one wife (1 Tim. 3:2) who manages his household well and has a good reputation (1 Tim. 3:4-5, 7). Deacons must be "men of dignity"(1 Tim. 3:8). Paul then speaks of women in verse 11 and their obligation to receive instruction. Then in verse 12, Paul says "Let deacons be husbands of one wife..." Again, in Titus 1:5-7, Paul says, "For this reason I left you in Crete, that you might set in order what remains, and appoint elders in every city as I directed you, namely, if any man be above reproach, the husband of one wife, having children who believe, not accused of dissipation or rebellion. For the overseer must be above reproach as God's steward..." Notice that Paul interchanges the word 'elder' and 'overseer'.
In each case, the one who is an elder, deacon, bishop, or overseer is instructed to be male. He is the husband of one wife, responsible, able to "exhort in sound doctrine and to refute those who contradict" (Titus 1:9). We see no command for the overseers to be women. On the contrary, women are told to be "dignified, not malicious gossips, but temperate, faithful in all things" (1 Tim. 3:11). Why is it that it is the men who are singled out as the overseers? It is because of the created order of God that Paul references (Gen. 1-2; 1 Tim. 2:12-14). This is not merely a social custom that fell away with ancient Israel.
Additionally, in the Old Testament in over 700 mentions of priests, every single one was a male. There is not one instance of a female priest. This is significant because priests were ordained by God to hold a very important office of ministering the sacrifices. This was not the job of women.
Therefore, from what I see in Genesis 1-2, 1 Timothy 2, and Titus 1, the normal and proper person to hold the office of elder/pastor is to be a man.

What About Galatians 3:28?

"There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free man, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus," (Gal. 3:28).
This verse is often used to support the idea that women can hold the offices of elder and pastor because there is neither male nor female in Christ. The argument states that if we are all equal, then women can be pastors.
Unfortunately, those who use this verse this way have failed to read the context. Verse 23 talks about being under the Law "before faith came" and how we are brought closer to Jesus and have become sons of God by faith. We are no longer under law, but grace and we are "Abraham's offspring, heirs according to the promise," (v. 29).(2) The point of this passage is that we are all saved by God's grace according to the promise of God and that it doesn't matter who you are, Jew, Greek, slave, free, male, or female. All are saved the same way, by grace. In that, there is neither male nor female.
This verse is not talking about church structure. It is talking about salvation "in Christ." It cannot be used to support women as pastors because that isn't what it is talking about. Instead, to find out about church structure and leadership, you need to go to those passages that talk about it: 1 Timothy 2 and Titus 1.

Being a Pastor or Elder is to be in Authority

God is a God of order and balance. He has established order within the family (Gen. 3:16; 1 Cor. 11:3; Eph. 5:22-33; Col. 3:18-21 ) and the church (1 Tim. 2:11-14; 1 Cor. 11:8-9). Even within the Trinity there is an order, a hierarchy. The Father sent the Son (John 6:38) and both the Father and the Son sent the Holy Spirit (John 14:26; 15:26). Jesus said, "For I have come down from heaven, not to do My own will, but the will of Him who sent Me," (John 6:38). It is clear that God is a God of order and structure.
In creation, God made Adam first and then Eve to be his helper. This is the order of creation. It is this order that Paul mentions in 1 Tim. 2:11-14 when speaking of authority. Being a pastor or an elder is to be in the place of authority. Therefore, within the church, for a woman to be a pastor or elder, she would be in authority of men in the church which contradicts what Paul says in 1 Tim. 2:11-14.

But Doesn't This Teaching Belittle Women?

No, male leadership does not belittle women. Jesus was given his authority by God the Father (Matt. 28:18). He was sent by God (John 6:38). He said the Father was greater than He (John 14:28). Did this belittle Jesus? Of course not. Women are of great value in the church and need to be used more and more according to the gifts given them.
Does the wife's submission to the husband mean that she is less than the husband, less important, or belittled? Again, not at all. Not having a place of leadership in the church does not mean a woman is less of a person, less important to God, or inferior. All are equal before God whether it be Jew, Gentile, free, slave, male, or female. But in the church, God has set up an order the same way he set one up in the family. The chain of command is Jesus, the man, the wife, and the children.

What About Women Who Say They are Called By God to Be Pastors?

There are women pastors in the world who love their congregations and have stated that they are called by God to be pastors. Of course, I cannot agree with this considering the previous analysis of the biblical position. Instead, I believe they have usurped the position of men and gone against the norm of scriptural revelation. Additionally, those who state that they are called by God because of the great job they are doing and the gifting they have received are basing their theology upon experience and not scripture.
The issue is simple: are they submitting to the word of God or are they making the word of God submit to their desires?

What About a Missionary Woman Who Establishes a Church?

Scripture establishes the norm. As Christians we apply what we learn from the word, to the situations at hand. So, what about the situation where a woman missionary has converted a group of people, say in the jungle somewhere, and she has established a church? In that church, she is then functioning as a pastor and teacher having authority over men in the church. Should she not do this?
First of all, she should not be out there alone. She should be with her husband or, at the very least, under the oversight of a church body in the presence of other women and men. Missionary work is not a lone endeavor to be handled by single women.
Second, if in some highly unusual set of circumstances there is a woman in a lone situation, it is far more important that the word of God be preached and the gospel of salvation go forth to the lost than not. Whether it be male or female, let the gospel be spoken. However, I would say that as soon as there is/are males mature enough to handle eldership, that she should then establish the proper order of the church as revealed in scripture and thereby, show her submission to it.

Does this also mean that women shouldn't wear jewelry?

"Likewise, I want women to adorn themselves with proper clothing, modestly and discreetly, not with braided hair and gold or pearls or costly garments; 10 but rather by means of good works, as befits women making a claim to godliness. 11 Let a woman quietly receive instruction with entire submissiveness. 12 But I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man, but to remain quiet. 13 For it was Adam who was first created, and then Eve," (1 Tim. 2:9-13).

Some argue that if we are to forbid women to be elders then the context of 1 Tim. 2:9-13 demands that we require women to no have braided hair, wear gold, or have costly garments. Since no one wants to put that sort of a demand on a woman (since it is cultural), then why should we also demand that they not be elders since it would logically follow that it was also a culturally based admonition?
The problem here is that multifaceted. First, the objection ignore what the scriptures plainly teach about the elder being the husband of one wife. Second, it fails to address the real issue of biblical headship residing in the male. Third, it fails to properly exegete the scripture in question.
In 1 Tim. 2:9-13 Paul tells us that women should be modestly dressed. He uses the example of then present day adornment as an example of what not to do, definitely culturally based assessment by Paul. Notice that Paul emphasizes good works and godliness as a qualifier (as does Peter, see 1 Pet. 3:2). This is not a doctrinal statement tied to anything other than being a godly woman in appearance as well as attitude.
In verse 11, Paul says that a woman should quietly receive instruction. Please note that "The word, heµsychia, translated “quietness” in 1 Timothy 2:11 and silent in verse 12, does not mean complete silence or no talking. It is clearly used elsewhere (Acts 22:2; 2 Thes. 3:12) to mean “settled down, undisturbed, not unruly. A different word (sigaoµ) means “to be silent, to say nothing” (cf. Luke 18:39; 1 Cor. 14:34).”3 Paul is advocating orderliness in this verse.
Then in verse 12-13, Paul says, "But I do not allow a woman to teach or exercise authority over a man, but to remain quiet. 13 For it was Adam who was first created, and then Eve." Notice that Paul directly relates the authority issue with the created order. He does not do this with the woman's dress code. Therefore, the dress code can be seen as cultural and the authority issue as doctrinal since the later is tied to the creation order and the dress code and authority issue are not, especially since they are separated by the conjunction "but" which is showing contrast, i.e., here we have one thing, but over here we have another.

Conclusion

God's word clearly tells us that the elder is to be the husband of one wife. A woman cannot qualify for this position by virtue of her being female. Whether anyone likes it or not is irrelevant to the fact that this is what the Bible teaches.


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1. An important note here is that the Holy Spirit is also called the Helper and is no less God than Jesus and the Father.
2. The Promise is God's promise to Abraham to bless all the nations in Him (Gen. 12:3; Gal. 3:8).
3. Walvoord, John F., and Zuck, Roy B., The Bible Knowledge Commentary, (Wheaton, Illinois: Scripture Press Publications, Inc.) 1983, 1985.

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I am a 51 year old woman currently serving as Elder. I have a very difficult time understanding the way you interpret scripture. The Lord says, "There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female; for you are all one in Christ Jesus." It appears that you believe we serve a fickle God-one that must be appeased in various ways at various stages. The God I serve is not fickle! He is always faithful! So to say that being one in Christ applies only part time is not correct thinking.

(Concerning both Mary's who FIRST went to the tomb of Jesus...an angel of the Lord appeared to these two women first before any of the disciples. They were the first to discover the risen Lord!)

Matthew 28: 9-10
And as they [the two Mary's]went to tell His [Jesus'] disciples, behold, Jesus met them, saying, "Rejoice!" So they came and held Him by the feet and worshiped Him. Then Jesus said to them, "Do not be afraid. Go and tell My brethren to go to Galilee, and there they will see me."

How awesome a thing. The women were the first to be shown the risen Lord, and the first and only to be allowed to touch him before he ascended to the Father...AND the first to be instructed by our Lord, to go and share the good news that our Lord had risen. If that's not a witness, an instructor, and a teacher, then I don't know what is!

P.S.Rg Mercy of G-d ENDURES forever

I recently discovered Pastor Scott one very late evening of channel surfing. I couldn't turn her off. I am a practicing catholic and I am also a person who seeks the answers to many unanswered questions. She makes a lot of sence and she also makes you question and think a lot!!!! Many people are not comfortable with that so they turn that discomfort into hate...
What ever she did or who ever she was in the past it just that...the past...I have to truly laugh from the heart at those who think they are so prue that they can judge...Even the most fly by night Christion can tell you that only God can judge...so get off your self ritious soap boxes, turn the channel if you don't like what you hear and get a life! Lady in Chicago....

You are right on!!!!!!

Many years ago, I became fascinated with Dr. Gene Scott, he was openly obnoxious about his ability to teach the Bible from ancient languages and he scoffed other "money-grubbing" ministries. I lost touch with his tv show (actually I only watched for entertainment)until late one night about 2 weeks ago when I could not sleep. I was surprised to see whom I thought was his daughter preaching -- yes, when I found out she was the widow, I had a good laugh. I have been researching her background to try and see if there was any credibility to her teaching. I am grateful for this site and the tidbits of knowledge it produced. I researched Barbie on my own. Sure, she may have converted, but lets face it, someone of her intelligence and beauty is capable of getting someone OTHER then the likes of Dr. Scott.

I wish her well in her "ministry" but frankly I feel she is terribly condescending and doesn't carry the charisma and humor her late husband did. I don't buy her charade as a truly converted woman nor her love of Christ. (Thus the reason I was trying to research her background. Ah well, what will I do at 1 a.m. now when I can't sleep?

I wonder what old man she'll marry next.

Amen!!!!!!!!!!

Many years ago, I became fascinated with Dr. Gene Scott, he was openly obnoxious about his ability to teach the Bible from ancient languages and he scoffed other "money-grubbing" ministries. I lost touch with his tv show (actually I only watched for entertainment)until late one night about 2 weeks ago when I could not sleep. I was surprised to see whom I thought was his daughter preaching -- yes, when I found out she was the widow, I had a good laugh. I have been researching her background to try and see if there was any credibility to her teaching. I am grateful for this site and the tidbits of knowledge it produced. I researched Barbie on my own. Sure, she may have converted, but lets face it, someone of her intelligence and beauty is capable of getting someone OTHER then the likes of Dr. Scott.

I wish her well in her "ministry" but frankly I feel she is terribly condescending and doesn't carry the charisma and humor her late husband did. I don't buy her charade as a truly converted woman nor her love of Christ. (Thus the reason I was trying to research her background. Ah well, what will I do at 1 a.m. now when I can't sleep?

I wonder what old man she'll marry next.

I like your words..I think MAYBE she is for real..After all I am a Prodigal Daughter and I am or WAS, Pretty, Shapely, quite the bomb in my day as they say..I hope she is truly converted..If not, In the END, it will not be a pretty picture..She knows the Bible and she knows the consequences of being in Ministry 4 the $$$$$MONEY

Many years ago, I became fascinated with Dr. Gene Scott, he was openly obnoxious about his ability to teach the Bible from ancient languages and he scoffed other "money-grubbing" ministries. I lost touch with his tv show (actually I only watched for entertainment)until late one night about 2 weeks ago when I could not sleep. I was surprised to see whom I thought was his daughter preaching -- yes, when I found out she was the widow, I had a good laugh. I have been researching her background to try and see if there was any credibility to her teaching. I am grateful for this site and the tidbits of knowledge it produced. I researched Barbie on my own. Sure, she may have converted, but lets face it, someone of her intelligence and beauty is capable of getting someone OTHER then the likes of Dr. Scott.

I wish her well in her "ministry" but frankly I feel she is terribly condescending and doesn't carry the charisma and humor her late husband did. I don't buy her charade as a truly converted woman nor her love of Christ. (Thus the reason I was trying to research her background. Ah well, what will I do at 1 a.m. now when I can't sleep?

I wonder what old man she'll marry next.

Many years ago, I became fascinated with Dr. Gene Scott, he was openly obnoxious about his ability to teach the Bible from ancient languages and he scoffed other "money-grubbing" ministries. I lost touch with his tv show (actually I only watched for entertainment)until late one night about 2 weeks ago when I could not sleep. I was surprised to see whom I thought was his daughter preaching -- yes, when I found out she was the widow, I had a good laugh. I have been researching her background to try and see if there was any credibility to her teaching. I am grateful for this site and the tidbits of knowledge it produced. I researched Barbie on my own. Sure, she may have converted, but lets face it, someone of her intelligence and beauty is capable of getting someone OTHER then the likes of Dr. Scott.

I wish her well in her "ministry" but frankly I feel she is terribly condescending and doesn't carry the charisma and humor her late husband did. I don't buy her charade as a truly converted woman nor her love of Christ. (Thus the reason I was trying to research her background. Ah well, what will I do at 1 a.m. now when I can't sleep?

I wonder what old man she'll marry next.

Many years ago, I became fascinated with Dr. Gene Scott, he was openly obnoxious about his ability to teach the Bible from ancient languages and he scoffed other "money-grubbing" ministries. I lost touch with his tv show (actually I only watched for entertainment)until late one night about 2 weeks ago when I could not sleep. I was surprised to see whom I thought was his daughter preaching -- yes, when I found out she was the widow, I had a good laugh. I have been researching her background to try and see if there was any credibility to her teaching. I am grateful for this site and the tidbits of knowledge it produced. I researched Barbie on my own. Sure, she may have converted, but lets face it, someone of her intelligence and beauty is capable of getting someone OTHER then the likes of Dr. Scott.

I wish her well in her "ministry" but frankly I feel she is terribly condescending and doesn't carry the charisma and humor her late husband did. I don't buy her charade as a truly converted woman nor her love of Christ. (Thus the reason I was trying to research her background. Ah well, what will I do at 1 a.m. now when I can't sleep?

I wonder what old man she'll marry next.

Here's my two cents worth.

I have recently heard two or three of Ms. Scott's messages. Actually, I'm quite intrigued (and even moreso after reading some of the other comments)and plan to continue listening until I can get a real sense of her intent. I enjoy her demeanor and seeming sincerity. Interestingly, to date, I have not heard any requests for money or 'support'.

Two more observations:

1. the lack of prayer is really hard to understand, and
2. finally, and others have said it before me (namely Christ himself); let him who is without sin cast the first stone.

For me, prayer is personal thing. I don't need to pray openly. When I pray I don't need to have others around me see me doing it...God knows when I pray..I do it for his sake and not the sake of others...I don't care what others think of me...I care what God thinks of me...I Don't think Melissa is looking for anyones approval...she is answering her calling..who is worthy on this earth to decide whather she is worth? Sounds to me like some people are just trying to pick her apart. Who died and made them King? "So what, she does not pray in her messages, She tells you oftne to read the bible at home because she only has an hour to say what she has to say...As for her "Really" being a convert? How do you define a "REAL" convert? Who out there is so Godly that they can decide if she is or she isnt? Who cares? For face value....she preaches...you listen or you don't. She has said many things that have gotten me to think deeper about scripture and how it has been explained to me over the years. She tells you to find out what it means to you and take from it. She urges you to not just be happy with what some so called expert says it means...look for a deeper meaning...a deeper message...As for money and the church...You need money to run a one room chapel..it can't be done with good intentions...Come on...Shake off that 1950's biggit, closed minded point of view....One more comment on her past....Her past has been a colorful one but...who is perfact? Who is pure? All those whispers and stares by those who most likely have several closets of dirty laundry....knock it off!!! The only perfact and pure one is God of whom she preaches.....If you don't like her message...Don't watch her. And how very sad for you if all you have to do in you life is tell somebody how to live theirs...Amen....

Pastor Melissa Scott is the best thing that has ever happened to the hypocritical, arrogant, obnoxious televangelist television who normally permeate our TV screens with their sanctimonious, pompous, boring recitation of gospel like a broken record. She is an angelic breath of fresh air that will catch the attention of many people who normally would flip the channel and ignore the word of Christ. She will also set straight the sometimes bizarre and perhaps corrupted teachings of her late husband. I was flipping the channels and was just mesmerized by her charisma and ability to preach. She is the perfect human being for such a role and I wish her great success. As for her past, let those without sin cast stones. If she doesn't suit the fundamentalist, judgmental fanatics in this country, I couldn't care less.

fjlauver

I think Pastor Melissa Scott is simply cheap programming that my robber baron cable company can foist off on me and my brethren rural citizens. Being a monopoly has its privilages and broadcasting this crap goes well with Momma's House, Diagnosis Murder and the local high school football game 24/7 5 months after the end of the season. Thanks, Charter! Can't wait for the Telethon. 1-800-338-3030

I am not sure about all of the background information on Pastors Gene and Melissa Scott. I have watched their programs recently. Pastor Melissa Scott's teachings are scripturally sound and have been beneficial to me. I don't really care about the rest of the petty stuff about her life.

There is nothing scripturally sound about coercing others to serve you and pay you to get through you to follow Christ. There is nothing scripturally sound about Pastors melissa And Dr. Gene Scott requiring tithes to be paid to them to support their extravagant lifestyle as they refuse to share with the poor like the bible says over and over to do. There is nothing scripturally sound about making their LA followers grovel and tithe ten percent of all the hours in a week to working for them without pay. No meal or napping breaks are permitted.

And what makes you such an expert on this? Are you a member of the church? No...let me guess, your neighbor's cousins, sister's babysitter told you! Or even better...you read it in People....You should believe half of what you see and nothing of what you hear.....As for the people she has working with her. They are groveling and working without pay? Well then, isn't that their choice? How can such a little person as she force grown people to grovel? I guess it must be them answering their spiritual calling.....How ever she is living is between her and God...All I know is she has opened my eyes to my faith and she has left me wanting to learn more about it...

She's money hungry and is going through the motions. She does havea high IQ and is literaly a genius. She's got y'all caught in her web. She's doing what Melissa needs to do to survive. You dont have to believe in what you preach to get paid. Y'all keep sending the money and buying into her crap and enjoy your time here on earth... I'm sure you'll be rewarded.

I do not know. I saw her for the first time this evening. I am searching for her bio. Where she went to school, ect.

At first, I thought she may have been Dr. Scott's daughter.

About her past, Mary Magdeline was a prostitute. The Lord Jesus chose her to "preach" the first ressurection sermon.

Her bio on Wiki has been taken down. I found this site through google.

We are told that by one's fruits we should know who they are.

What are her "fruits"? (recent......)

PJ Trpster
trpsters@hotmail.com

she is just one of many on the airwaves today trying to make a buck...I just feel sorry for all the lost people out there who give thier money to all of these so-called preachers. If you are taking your hard earned money and giving it to someone so they can ride around in expensive cars and live in big massions you are truly lost. "and in the last days there will be many false prophets"

Pastor Scott is so intriguing, I just had to find out more about her. I am heartbroken by her past, but will continue to look for the good in her and all others as well.

Goodness, forget what I think about Melissa Scott (good or bad)...reading many of these posts leaves me feeling sick. Many of you folks are just looking for a place to vent something it seems. And I don't sense a great deal of Christian-mindedness among most of you. Lots of what I've read here actually made me forget altogether about M. Scott and start wondering about all of the rest of us! Mercy! It's frightening!

When scripture is being shared (let's say, by anyone)---get your Bible out, find that scripture, pray that the Lord reveal His Word to your heart, take in what HE would have for you---and for the most part, take your mind OFF of the human who physically spoke the words. Just learn what you can from God's word with a heart for HIM, a desire to know HIM. Naturally if some nut case is rambling on and on, not even bringing scripture into their 'so-called' sermon, I have no use for that. It's the Word that speaks to us----not the deliverer.

Simply amazing the differences in opinions about this woman. I find her teaching edifying. It draws me closer to my Savior. Yes there is something a little off, but that is true about most people and she has come so far, what a wonderful testimony of the love and grace of our savior Jesus Christ. I really am concerned about those that curse, condemn and slander a minstry of the Lord's. Causing division in the body of Christ is worse than asking for support for the work of God. She does not spend much time asking for money.

seems some folks hate her without a cause.
brainiacs are quirky types anyway...why hate on her?
i wish she was still on ion at night here in NJ

I too have been trying to research Pastor Melissa Scott's academic background, in order to better understand her teaching methodology. As a student of comparative religion, and a member of a family of religious scholars and arabic speakers, I can say that Pastor Scott's attempt at speaking and translating the arabic language is always flawed. Now if her translations are flawed, this leads me to surmise that she is misleading her audience ( which may not be intentional), but there is no reason to continually broadcast these mistakes, because she can get highly accurate arabic translations from the scholars at UCLA. Her late husband claims she has an I.Q. of 186, but sound research is sound research, and if she doesn't attempt to do her homework properly, then I would say she is guilty of arrogance in her approach to her teachings, and she is not giving her audience the whole truth, due to the inaccuracy of her information. Can anyone in this audience forward a copy of her educational creditials to me? If they don't exist, I wont be surprised, and it will be a matter of time before her true agenda will be revealed..."Whatever is done in the darkness will be revealed in the Light", God willing. May God's Peace be with you all.
BscMaPhd@yahoo.com

I was "the chief of all sinners" walking into the hospital room to find my mother dead- I was in my mid- twenties- a complete athiest- but experienced the LOVE and grace of GOD! The ONE TRUE Creator of the Universe- the same one that made me- and each one of you! HE alone KNOWS the thoughts and intents of each of our hearts. Each of you who claim to be a 'believer' of Jesus are falling very short of what He requires of each of us. WE MUST DIE! Take up our own cross daily!!! If you are a true "Christian" that means 'little christ' you would be a true 'disciple' that means discipline- yourself. It is quite obvious that most of you can not control your tongue, much less your thoughts and actions! AS far as Melissa Scott is concerned, as my father used to say, "Even a blind man can see...' She definately LOVES GOD! As most of you have pointed out she has what is considered by most as an at least pretty physical appearance. How dumb can all of you be as to think she would have put herself in the position to come under the microscope and subject herself to all the criticism- if not for the 'call of GOD' on her life!!! Don't you realize in this sick, sexual perverse, publicity obsessed culture - that by the way most "Christians" never bother to pray about and beg GOD to deliver us from- (not to mention - how many of you spend at least a minimunof one hour a month for our country to be delivered for the 'plague' of 'abortion'?!!!) She could have chosen to not bother with the teachings of her husband- who in eternity we will all find out directly from Jesus whether or not was the "Apostle Paul to the last generation"- she obviously is trying to do what she believes GOD has called her to do. IF you love Jesus and think she is doing something- anything wrong- you should be ashamed - instead of gossiping about her- pray for her- go and help her!!! It is disgusting to me- it reminds me of all those the claimed to love Jesus- standing on the side as HE passed by- bleeding- carring HIS own cross- none of them offered to help HIM either! As far as money is concered- it is only those of you who have not ever 'died' to self who don't really know what it means to choose to make Jesus (THE ONE TRUE CHRIST) 'LORD' of your life that don't understand the it is NOT your money anyway- remember 'The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof.' It is HE- GOD who DEMANDS that we PAY the 'tithe' 10% of ALL your increase to where HE says! Read your Bible: Malachi 3:10- IF you choose to really make Jesus YOUR LORD- not just "the Savior"

Pastor Melissa Scott was taught only by Dr. Gene Scott, informally. She has been open that she didn't go to college and wasn't a Christian until she "fell in love with Gene Scott" then "fell in love with God." She
speaks of her Catholic oriented upbringing in Italy and Canada. Melissa has watched many of Dr. Scott's recorded messages, poured over his written notes and his favorite references, emulates him, but doesn't have the foundation or schooled analytical discipline to venture interactions with learned people.

The claims she and Dr. Gene Scott made of her linguistic skills are dubious since no one has heard her speak more than a few phrases of scripture that was planned in advance. That's for Hebrew, Greek and the other ancient languages she claims familiarity with. As with most Europeans, she is apparently fluent for singing and daily conversation in Spanish. She has asked for Spanish interpreters to volunteer and answer her phones. Dr. Gene Scott's proclamation of Melissa having an I.Q. of 186 has now been interpreted by even her core as his typical exaggeration or invention to make a point that he believed her to be intelligent and worthy of being obeyed by his workers.

No one, including ministry workers in her home and close to her daily, have ever heard her have a conversation with anyone in languages other than Italian, French, and English. Melissa doesn't speak extemporaneously in other than English, and occasionally French or Italian to other natives. When she teaches Hebrew to viewers, she explains the alphabet, some words, and a few fules of grammar. Beyond that, she gets tangled in seemingly trying to explain something difficult then makes a joke or excuse and stops, never getting past about half a dozen beginning level lessons.

As you might have noticed, her command of the English language leaves something to be desired. Either she doesn't notice or thinks she's correct in her English mistakes. The fact that she errs in English, although she is fluent, raises doubts as to the accuracy of her skills in other languages that she doesn't speak. She appears to be a reasonably intelligent, at least street wise, woman, but clearly lacks any wealth of
education in other subjects or in depth life experiences from which to draw in her pastoring capacity. However, she is not and never has been, academically inclined. It's unclear whether or not she completed high school. She has access to reference materials, but would probably benefit from some structured classes and experienced professors. Instead she
says she surrounds herself with Dr. Scott's teachings and materials, isolated from the religious or academic community and even from her own congregation, with whom she has no contact except for a few.

Great observations. M. Scott seems to know enough about the faith to keep the plates spinning, but yes, she stays on the surface levels. Her combination of good looks, intriguing accent, higher-than-most Bible knowledge (shameful to us), and edge of seemingly high intellect keep people watching. We are a bunch of lazy people who like to be entertained above being taught, not to mention the self-discipline of wrestling with learning for ourselves. In my opinion, we should only watch TV preachers if we can't get out the door and physically engage with others at a local church, seeking how we can serve with the grace of God given each of us. And if we do tune-in to TV preachers, or listen to any teaching, we are responsible to search the scripture and pray and see if it is correct. And the teaching we receive is supposed to produce something in us, not just be another form of entertainment. So let's all go to church and connect with others, find out how we can glorify God and do good to others with His gifts. - Andy

Honed in acting for money Pastor Melissa Scott plays to the cameras like her school of hard knocks trained her to do. Merging with Dr. Gene Scott's machinery and cult mentality is her recipe for success, with God sprinkled in for good measure.
She cooks up leukwarm entrees with brazen glorification of herself above all. Melissa Scott's OK entertainment for fifteen minutes but don't count pastor wisdome or in depth Bible lessons.

Judge not that ye be not judged.

No wonder God condems the masses of the world to hell, it (we)truly does deserves it. A few minutes looking at these critical posts is proof positive that his ultimate judgment on mankind is righteous and correct. We as humans truly are a plague on the earth, death and damnation is promised as human lot, there is no escape for those who judge for they are unrighteous to the core, damnation awaits those who judge.

"Judge not lest you be judged" pertains to a condemning attitude. But we are told to judge teachers (by their fruits you will know them). Any teacher opens him or herself up to inspection, and the descerning will make observations that are not comfortable.
Sorry, but you are mistaken about God's attitude toward mankind. He is rich in mercy toward sinners. All he asks us to do is repent and turn to Him. There will be a final judgement for those who reject the gospel, but we are not the plague on the earth; we are created in the image of God, and the precious Son of God died for us. We are sinners that need to be forgiven and redeemed, available to us all in Jesus Christ. He loves us and is no longer angry in us if we are in Christ. He took God's wrath for us.

"...That's for Hebrew, Greek and the other ancient languages she claims familiarity with."

I caught her last night on TV. I can assure you that she definitely does NOT speak Greek; she mispronounced the words consistently and could not even pronounce them correctly when they were written with the phonetic diacritics icluded.

"I caught her last night on TV. I can assure you that she definitely does NOT speak Greek; she mispronounced the words consistently and could not even pronounce them correctly when they were written with the phonetic diacritics icluded."

Moron, unless you're over 2,000 years old then you have no basis for stating that ancient Greek ought to be spoken one way or another. All anyone in the today can do, even the world's finest scholars, is approximate a pronunciation. All systems of pronunciation are debatable, and still being debated.

In other news...did Melissa Scott ever do anal?

Gods word states "by their fruits you shall know them" Jesus did not make His message hard to understand, He made it easy that even a child could understand, that it is thru the shed blood of Jesus that we have forgiveness of our sins, Our Lord made it simple, therefore anyone who complicates the gospel and makes it diffucult to understand should be questioned as to if they are true believers and followers of Christ. Romans 10: 9-10 states "If we confess with our mouth and believe with our hearts that God raised Jesus from the dead, we will be saved, For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made to salvation. SIMPLE, we must confess our sins to God and believe in His shed blood. If this is not being preached then you can safely say you are listening to a false teacher.....Jan

But Jan, Pastor Melissa Scott says she's got bills to pay, piles and piles of them. It's expensive being her and living the high life, paying for expensive broadcast time all over the country to put her and her dead husband's faces everywhere but the kitchen sink. And, God loves a hilarious giver so you better be laughing all the way to your bank to withdraw all you've got plus take out loans on your credit cards and take your tithes and offerings to the storehouse, Melissa's bank account. She is the one true voice of God. This we know because she said so. Dr. Gene Scott told the world he was, but he died and put the mantle on her so she inherited his chosen status, since he was promoted to reign in heaven with God. Gene's telling him what to you according to her.

wow dude, i dont know who you think you are, or even think who she is, to say she is the one true voice of God and yet still has to pay her bills. that is NOT what the church or any religious sactuary was meant to accomplish, to siphon money from the confused and lost and uninformed to fulfill her own materialistic needs. there has been only ONE chosen people throughout the bible and into the present, and i dont see her name among them.

every one of you should be thinking twice about her and her motives. using the clergy to further her and her husband's desires and wishes is the worst form of religious following ever, and believe it or not, it aint uncommon within the christian community...but she is neither the first nor the last. it's one thing to preserve and pass on the teachings of an old sage like her husband, it's another thing to exploit them.

do yourself a favor. you want to know what's up with the torah (or the old testament for you christians), ask a rabbi. they have been interpreting torah for thousands of years, written thousands of pages of interpretation and having endured centuries of persecution in order to preserve them. of course, they cannot tell you much about jesus, but i guess from your POV in order to understand jesus and christianity you first got to understand where it all originated, dont you think?

didnt your mommy ever tell you not to believe everything you see on TV?

and DONT say that you dont have to read or understand the old testament to understand and believe in the new, because the new cannot be validated without the old (according to your beliefs). without the old testament, christianity is simply another pagan religion.

Well, you can't really separate the new testament from the old, although probably alot of Gentile Christians do so, no knowing their roots. Gentile converts to Christianity are "wild" olive branches that have been grafted into the "natural" (in other words - the Hebrews). Jesus Christ was Jewish, and came to make one "new man" out of the two - Jew and Gentile - to bring us together under him. A real Christian is a real Jew - one brought into the line of Abraham by faith. All must be born again in Jesus - there is no difference between Jew and Gentile - all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God and are justified by faith in Christ's righteousness. He is the only perfect one. Let's get our eyes off imperfect humans and fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith! (Hebrews 12:1-2 - the Bible)

I can't follow her for two minutes. I get distracted by her flipping her hair.

Filling the materialistic hedonistic ways of Pastor Melissa Scott a pornographic producer, actress, model who not only made
money selling her arousing nude photos, but directed and made money off of teenagers encouraging them to do the same thing.
If that isn't a mind for enslaving others less powerful then
what is?

How many time in the Bible can you point out to me where Jesus sat or stood before a crowd and asked them to pray in public with him? He told each of us "how to pray", but I find public prayer sometimes very "production-like". My prayers are between me and my Lord. I don't desire to make a public spectical out of them.

Shame on all of you who judge the heart of Mrs. Scott. That is NOT YOUR JOB!!! Scripture says to "beware" of false profits...it doesn't say to judge. Do not judge lest ye be judged! Her teachings are very Biblically sound and if her ability to leave the former lifestyle and worship God inspires just one person going down the wrong road to realize that they do have a way out and there is someone who loves them for more than their bodies or what they can make off of them...then she has done her job well. If that mis-guided person starts to explore the word of God because they can see how her life is changed...then she has done her job well.
tc

After watching "Pastor" Mellisa Scott continuously shuffle back and forth across the stage, fussing with her long hair all the while, playing with her galsses, trying to impress the audience with her supposed fluency with a zillion languages on her whiteboards, one has to ask -- what did see say -- nothing. One of the most obvious hoaxes in the television preaching rackets.

Ohhhh shame on all of you...need I remind you that Paul was a murder and David was a murder and adulter? Who are you to determine who God chooses?

I've worked in a church for 17 years...news flash...all worship assemblies are a production. Just yesterday - I made sure the potted tree planter was turned about 3 inches to the right so it would be at the correct angle. I turned the bromiliads just the right direction. I made sure the marks made on the stage by the vacuum were going just the right direction. The lights are checked. The pews are polished. They take care of the details from what color the flowers on stage will be to anything you might imagin. IT'S A PRODUCTION. Image is important to all preachers....they are "fishers of men". Get real. It's not a bad thing. Getting up in front of any audiance has to be appealing! How pompus of anyone to even judge her right down to her personal idio"isms" like flipping her hair or playing with her glasses. I bet you have a few of those quirks too! What a thing to focus on!

How many churches have you worked in where the pastor lives in a $20,000,000 mansion, drinks $600 bottles of wine, uses money given to him as the pastor to pay for playmates to sit in the front row and makes everyone else applaud his debauchery? How many churches have you worked in where you don't get a paycheck for 6 months and are forced to live in your car and told to lump it, you'll get paid as the Lord provides.
How many churches have you worked in that hammer volunteers to give 20 to 30 hours a week of free time forever, when they signed up for 6 or 8 for two years?

Are you speaking from personal experience or something you've read or heard second hand? I'm sincerely courious. Nobody can force anyone to do any of theses things. This is America. It's called "free will". What was the brand of wine that cost $600/bottle?

Actually, I've worked for 4 preachers now. All of them had a higher standard of living than most of their church members. They enjoy a special tax status that most of do not. The amount is irrealevant. If we're talking thousands or millions. Being rich doesn't negate their ability to preach the gospel. King Solomn was rich beyond belief. Aparantly being rich isn't a sin....it's the use of money. I don't know what she personally gives to her church or charities, but regardless, that's between her and God.

The pope has an expensive pad too surrounded by priceless artifacts. He has a team of unpaid volunteers called nuns who promise a lifetime of volunteering. They give up everything. Nobody has asked the Pope to move out. He dines with dignataries and I'll bet drinks some pretty "fine wine"...nobody has says anything about that.

I'm not defending any of it, but let's not throw rocks. I don't know the circumstances or validity of any of those accusations. Celebrity preachers are all living at a high standard of living. I don't know how Billy or Franklin Graham live. Probably not in a 20 milion dollar mansion, but I'll bet much better than the common person. I've never been angry at them for that. God will always have His way. If Mrs. Scott is profiting by the mis-use God's name, then she'll get hers. I personally don't need to be her judge. I tune in every night to hear the teachings of the Bible and hopefully grow a little more each day in my Christian journey.

By reading all of these comments - she certainly has a lot of people tuning in to her television show. Too bad so many are spending so much time concentrating on her instead of God's word.

Oh - one last littl bit of wisdom (not mine) I might pass on -

"Is it so bad to be misunderstood? Pythagoras was misunderstood, and Socrates and jesus and Luther, and Copernicus and Galileo and Newton, and every pur and wise spirit that ever took flesh" -
Ralph Waldo Emerson

"Freedom of speech and freedom of action are meaningless without freedom to think. And there is no freedom of thought without doubt" - Bergen Evans

"A foolish consistency is the hobglobin of little minds, adored by little statesmen and philosphers and divines" "Self=Reliance" - Ralph Wald Emerson

And this is my favorite - if we are referring to the Bible as the "Book of Life"...
"A book is a mirror, if an ass peers into it, you can't expect an apostle to look out" - G. C. Lichtenberg

Oh - one last littl bit of wisdom (not mine) I might pass on -

"Is it so bad to be misunderstood? Pythagoras was misunderstood, and Socrates and Jesus and Luther, and Copernicus and Galileo and Newton, and every poor and wise spirit that ever took flesh" -
Ralph Waldo Emerson

"Freedom of speech and freedom of action are meaningless without freedom to think. And there is no freedom of thought without doubt" - Bergen Evans

"A foolish consistency is the hobglobin of little minds, adored by little statesmen and philosphers and divines" "Self=Reliance" - Ralph Wald Emerson

And this is my favorite - if we are referring to the Bible as the "Book of Life"...
"A book is a mirror, if an ass peers into it, you can't expect an apostle to look out" - G. C. Lichtenber

Very good quotes about free thinking and speech, which is something Dr. Gene and Pastor Melissa Scott reserve for themselves but seek vehemently to quash in others. In their
church there is one voice, the pastor's and it only goes one way, from their mouths to the minions.

Now Pastor Melissa Scott is distancing herself from Dr. Gene Scott and his elevation higher than God's message which she
claims is from his people loving him and elevating him, which was their downfall. Now she's preaching love, unity, family and prosperity, but only for her, not to extent to other Christians, other churches or real life families.

I don't really care about her little habits of flipping her hair or messing with her glasses. I don't really care about how much money she has (I guess I care how she got it.) I admire those who handle the Word of God and don't extort others - like the Apostle Paul and Billy Graham. But as mentioned above - King Solomon had more than anyone could imagine, and God gave it to him. What I care about, and what I unashamedly JUDGE is any teacher's words. I agree with the statement above - she seems to blow a lot of smoke with the enticement of many languages, but in the end, really says very little. I've not watched her in weeks. I'm more intriqued at this point if others who have seen her realize there is no substance to speak of. Most preachers who are worth listening to are not on TV.

She is the darkest kind of succubus and in no way shape or form believes what she preaches. For that I love her dearly. And boy, can that cute little devil sing too! AVE!

This space is too limited to address all the BIBLE verses that command us Christians to judge. I suggest some of you learn them in context. IF not, you might as well follow hitler,, or any false teacher that comes along.
Here is one of my websites that explain the proper biblical way to judge. and also explains how many of you you that claim judge least you be judged are taking things out of context.

http://cnview.com/on_line_resources/is_it_right_to_judge.htm
Joe from chicago

Someone above suggested if we realy wanna learn hebrew then contact a local rabbi. I guess you didnt know most jews dont even practice the torah but instead wicked things like the talmud. Why would I ask someone that hates Christ and rejected him to teach me the BIBLE?
OH and one more thing,, the NT says the jews lost their special convenant with God,, instead now Christians are Gods chosen people. For more info on God's chosen people here is another website that uses Scripture to explain, but its too lengthy to post here. http://en.bibleinfo.com/questions/question.html?id=753 Joe from chicago.

OH, and before you call me antisemetic . please confirm to me who is realy from the semite tribe? madona?sherl stone?
I doubt it,, but they are both involved with the satanic jewish kabbala, and the talmud.certainly not the torah.

But on a different note,, I suggest us Christians just pray for the lost. exposing them is one thing. But pray for them, dont hate them. joe from chicago.

Ms Scott sure has everyone talking....and we are actually talking about God!!!!!

In a world where the up and coming generation has earned the title of "The Generation of "Entitlemen", (and to think, us baby boomers have created them) God bless anyone who takes the time to encourage people to think of someone besides them self! There will always be jealousy with success...When I read some of the words of obviously self riotous people I have to ask..."Are you so in love with yourself that you think you will get in to heaven easier if you earn your way there? Are you doing good deeds because it will pave your way there? In the words of Ms. Scott..."How about just doing good things for the sake of doing them"? Jesus has died on the cross for you so you can go to heaven...he earned your way there. Shame on you to think you are so improtant that you could do that yourself....Enough of the Mish-Mosh..If you don't like her...don't watch her...it's real easy...

For those "Bashing" Pastor Scott...Why do you think she has anything to prove to YOU? Who are YOU that you think she should fall at your feet and ask for your accpetance? What are you doing in your life to spread the word? Cutting down someone who has reached millions isn't the way.... There isn't just one way to Praise his Name....It is like saying there should only be one pure race of people....Shame on you....you had better shave off yor little mustash!

Interesting comments, all. I actually went down to the converted theatre in downtown LA where this broadcast is done. I am a born-again Spirit-filled believer and follower of Christ for many years now, but did have a curiosity to see "what was going on down there" with Gene Scott, and to experience first hand what all the chatter was about. It was not quite what I had expected, and tho it has many of the traditional trappings of some church services, it was NOT "church". It was more akin to a country-western concert where the star was there to entertain the people in the audience by expounding and dissecting (letter by letter) Scripture passages.

Perhaps one of the most surprising things I found out came out of the mouth of none other than Dr. Gene Scott himself. He said before they passed the collection bags, preparing for the "offering" of the day, "I just want all of you here to know that this is not a Church. You are not giving your money to a church... you are giving it to ME! I am your professor, and you are in an advanced University classroom this morning. If you were to get the same information that I am giving you here, you would be paying a LOT of money to learn what it is that I am giving to you now. So just think of it as paying your professor for your education." It was stunning and amazing to me that he was so forthright in letting people know ahead of time that they were not giving to charity (or the "church", if you will)at all, but to pay him for his insight and knowledge of the Scriptures. And believe me, that man could parse it down...whether you like his doctrine or approved of his methods.

He was a charcacter, in the truest sense of the word. And tho he ran the place a bit like a cult, he simply wanted and expected the decorum and respect of his audience (please note that it was an audience and NOT a congregation). It is named the Los Angeled UNIVERSI