Comments on: Copeland Ministries’ CEO Responds To Investigation

By: Al Sydney

Al Sydney — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:13:21 +0000

Please understand this,Jesus said there is no authority on earth unless its given from Heaven.That means any Government or anyone in authority.Paul said to submit to Government authority who rules over you.Lure of wealth and deceitfullness of riches can make christians compromise.Its very sad the more they resist the investigation the worse it looks for Copeland.

By: ty

ty — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 17:39:17 +0000

I have been observing this situation for months. It seems that some kind of decision would have already been made by now. Especially since Grassley has threatened the use of subpeonas, and things seems to be at a stand still. Copeland is going to fight till the end, and his support continues to grow. More and more people are realizing how this decision will have an impact far beyond church organizations.

By: Happy Go Lucky

Happy Go Lucky — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 19:07:49 +0000

Grassley is pushing the limits. I am still at a loss as to why he wouldn’t try to use the IRS first? It seems that he would be able to get all of the information he requested through them in a fairly decent amount of time, instead of all the publicity that has followed since this investigation began.

By: Another Week

Another Week — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 19:03:15 +0000

Despite not agreeing with Copeland’s teachings, I think that he has an extremely valid point here. This situation is one that could have severe effects on the future of some of our constitutional rights. This is where my interest lies in this investigation. To each his own as far as these groups’ followers and contributors. They make their own choice to support these ministries.

By: Loved

Loved — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 18:16:40 +0000

Copeland is continuing to gather support, and hopefully the tides are turning. More and more people are questioning Grassley’s requests and his intentions. I think that the fine line is walking does not need to be crossed. If it is, it could lead into other types of issues with our freedoms and rights. I can only imagine what he may do next. Surely the right decision will be made and Grassley will put in his place.

By: CrackEr JacK

CrackEr JacK — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 17:42:09 +0000

It seems that Copeland is picking up more support. Thank goodness. Glad to see that people are realizing that this could affect all of us. Grassley’s requests were outrageous, and he has NO right to have access to such specifics.

By: Frustrated

Frustrated — Thu, 12 Jun 2008 19:37:58 +0000

I have to agree with the fact that there is no evidence against these groups. There has been lots of hearsay but nothing concrete. On top of that, the odd thing to me is that not one of these ministries followers has complained and requested for any kind of action. Grassley has something further up his sleeve if we don’t watch it I think.

By: Tuesday Tapper

Tuesday Tapper — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:57:34 +0000

I think the other issue here is that Grassley requested for SPECIFIC names, address, and figures relating to ANYONE that has stepped foot in Copeland’s pulpit. It makes me stop to wonder what he has planned in the future for these people – freedom of association issues lurking?? There is currently no evidence of any wrong doing, and IRS investigations have been passe successfully in the not so distant past.

By: tithe

tithe — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 21:10:39 +0000

There is nothing in the constitution that prohibits investigations. The constitution does however prohibit the seizure of personal records without a warrant. But Grassley hasn’t forcefully seized anything yet, so he hasn’t done anything illegal. Grassley asked for the documents, and some of the institutions freely gave them up. So far Copeland has exercized his constitutional rights and said, “No”. I have nothing against copeland standing up for his constitutional rights though. of course i do think he has something to hide. He might not think he does, but i’d be ashamed of my finances if i was him.

The best of both worlds would be if the Church put more pressure on this guy and exposed his false teachings rather than the government doing it.

-jared b

By: Wonderin'

Wonderin' — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 20:51:48 +0000

I am not a follower of Copeland’s, but I do have an interest in my Constitutional rights as well. I think he is definitely doing the right thing in this situation, and should continue to stand against Grassley’s request. There is NO need for Grassley to have access to ALL of the information he requested.

By: Vet Girl

Vet Girl — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 17:21:31 +0000

Other Christian leaders ACROSS denominational lines have begun to stand behind Copeland. They also have recognized how the outcome of this situation will affect many more than just Copeland.

By: Cole

Cole — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 15:51:46 +0000

I do not think that Copeland’s teachings in this situation. I personally am a believer, and I don’t agree with all of Copeland’s teachings. However, I do see where the results of this investigation will affect me and all other organizations in the future.