The following are observations on how the show promotes seven negative stereotypes:
In conclusion, the secular media wants to capitalize on the negative stereotypes of Pentecostal preachers by allowing them to uncover and exaggerate their humanness to such an extent that it can make all church leaders look merely like professional speakers that use the gospel only for personal gain. When the church
leaders are as fleshly as the typical unbeliever, it abrogates the need for the unsaved to seek a church to find the truth and power of God.
- They live a lavish lifestyle.
- They exaggerate their humanity at the expense of the glory of God.
- Some seem emotionally detached and unable to relate to others authentically.
- Some leaders have violated serious biblical ethics in marriage and family.
- Their ministries are depicted as being more hype than substance.
- They showcase leaders with emotional immaturity.
- The show reinforces a distorted view of the whole church.
In conclusion, the secular media wants to capitalize on the negative stereotypes of Pentecostal preachers by allowing them to uncover and exaggerate their humanness to such an extent that it can make all church leaders look merely like professional speakers that use the gospel only for personal gain. When the church
leaders are as fleshly as the typical unbeliever, it abrogates the need for the unsaved to seek a church to find the truth and power of God.