You feel it in the air: Millions today are filled with fear, angst, uncertainty. Accredited colleges are government-protected monopolies that overcharge innocent young people for liberal indoctrination. But often people get a subpar Dmin to get the Dr. attached to their titles. These people are tricking people into believing they have authority because they were educated, when they actually have no real education. In fact, they were some of the first students. The highlighted line said, Death to the Christian means heaven, happiness, and Him!. Yet another reason to at least update the KJV to modern vocabulary. Academics is academics. Very eye opening stuff. Not long ago I picked up the New Testament she kept by her chair. I went into my mothers bedroom one day and said, Oh, Mom, look at me. Accreditation has nothing to do with WHAT is being taught. Could you imagine the insanity if Aretha Franklin, Ben affleck, and Puff Daddy started calling themselves Doctor? The only thing perhaps more pathetic than unearned degrees from unaccredited schools is someone that lists they have a B.A., MBA, and PhD. from a school that doesnt even exist. And liberty certainly is not a bad school. Im excluding TCU and SMU who were founded as religious school but now are just classed as private. You need to fact check a bit better, found two other major errors about listed schools. But fake schools are still fake schools. I highly encourage everyone to investigate any of these institutions if the data below seems too sensational. Suddenly, out of the blue, they were introduced as "Dr. Jack Van Impe and Dr. Rexella Van Imple" because they had BOTH purchased degree mill doctorates. Huh???? little old lady who would have been horrified at the thought of being called Doctor. It was an honor, not an academic attainment. My memories of her have become a precious treasure. It seems as though every television preacher has a Dr. fixed to their names. Yes, she (yes, its a she, hidden by using only initials, because in her circles a she lacks the standing of a he to teach about the Bible) has an earned doctorate in home economics. But the difference is not necessarily a bad thing. A regional college is ranked by the other colleges in that region. Strikes by workers and oppression by employers will be unknown. Thanks a lot for this wonderful article, I learned a great deal from it! Discover what's missing in your discography and shop for Van Impe Recordings releases. No, I am not kidding. Dr. VanImpe was born February 9, 1931, in Freeport, Michigan, to Oscar and Marie Louise VanImpe. 1) To become a better minister while furthering your education and 2) to get a cheap and easy Dr. affixed to your title and an accompanying pay bump. Dr. Rexella Van Impe tells us that God loves us and so does she. That is not gossip. in Ministry from Circleville Bible College, now calledOhioChristian University, which is an actual school (. UPDATE: Due to high demand I have created a canonical list of pastors and teachers with fake educations. No matter what any school claims Nobody can achieve a 12 year education in one year. And, all of those those who support them, and/or fail to protest or speak out about them are complicit, or by omission as well, in that deceit. That doesnt mean I am ignorant, because I know the founding fathers were smarter than mebut I recognize and honor greatness. Do you think it is immoral to receive an honorary doctorate, or just to use the title? I have so many rich memories of our long talks, the godly advice she shared, the unique phrases I never heard anyone else say but her. You dont get 12 years of education in 5 unless its a garbage institution. The only reason these televangelists are wealthy is because they take money from gullible people who dont know any better. She prayed a lot of people into the kingdom of God because she recognized that praying was a powerful ministry that she could have. Furthermore, this news outlet has a well known bias towards Christianity and Republican politics. When I would go out to singespecially to do a soloshe was there to give me a hug and a pat and say, God bless you.. Those who agree and support you we are the wheat. They laugh all the way to the bank with peoples money. (, The University of West Georgia seems to currently be accredited by two agencies. As long as he continues giving his viewers a good dose of dispensationalist sensationalism (1), he's OK. At least until TBN pulls the plug. Whats shameful is not the ministers who hold a degree from an unaccredited school authorized to issue degrees, but the scandalous gossip taking place on this blog against fellow believers. I am standing in line, following my men of God. To anonymous user 4.224../Mike walker1/whatever name you choose next, or anyone else who belives Rexella deserves her own article: we need verifiable external material (that is, non-Wikipedia, reputable, published sources) that asserts Rexella's encyclopedic value independent of her husband and his show. And she devised a way to counter the evil plot of her enemies and save her people. Thats why she looks like a woman in her early fifties instead of looking like a woman in an old age. The wheat; and the chaff. Sadly, he only last 3 semesters. Yet, Perry discussed the event with his dad on his program as if it had validity. While I agree with your overall sentiment, Ill have to edit your language sir. E-mail: jvimi@jvim.com, Copyright 2023 Jack Van Impe Ministries. So are you saying one has to have a degree to be qualified to preach the gospel? More about Rexella Van Impe edit Dating History Grid # 1 Jack Van Impe 4 1 1952 They sell degrees or have little to no standards for obtaining one. Like the beautiful queen of Bible times, my mother, Esther, was skilled at finding solutions and a place to be of service. My mother was also extremely attractive, with a regal bearing. She sang as she ministered to my brothers and me. Uhhhh, have you read Jude lately? (. I realize this list is not going to include one who used Dr. as his title. For religious institutions, in particular, claiming the moral high ground not to address this, is disgraceful. Late in life, he had his doctoral hoods taken apart and turned into a large patchwork quilt! Can God still use them? The danger is in the following. Libertyis the school founded by Jerry Falwell (another fraud). Hello. * College Professor & Administrator (Of a bunch of fake schools and a few community colleges) Regardless, its still an honorary PhD. Plus, Bill Cosby never used the term Doctor to describe himself and Michael Jackson never used Dr. to make himself seem educated. (. I am also a ordained minister and I am studying bible prophecy and I was inspired by watching both of you. You also wont find a list of their professors or single piece of academic work that came from the institution, its faculty (if they have faculty) or its graduates. I assume you never attended an accredited seminary or Bible college or else you would know that they are far from liberal. 95% of them have honorary religious doctorates that they paid for from unaccredited bible schools. Most of these people dont even use the honorary degree titles they are given, no one says anything about Michael Jackson, Bill Cosby, or other notables honorary doctorate degrees. I hear this is legal, and they can use the title "Doctor", as long as it's for religious reasons. Here is a prayer to guide you: Dear Lord Jesus, I come to you just as I am, a sinner. When the church had a visiting evangelist, Mother was the one who invited him over for dinner. Ironically, of all the televangelists on this list you were probably the one least needing a fake degree. In 2001, Dr. Van Impe and his wife, Rexella, were awarded the Ig Nobel Astrophysics prize, for their discovery that black holes fulfill all the technical requirements to be the location of Hell. Buying fake degrees so they can pretend to be educated. I think it develops from ones environment. Inside I came across a note she had written to Jack, her son-in-law. This means that up till now he is the most educated person on this list. If they consider degrees mandatory, so should we, honorary or otherwise. Robert Frost, the poet, attended both Dartmouth and Harvard but never graduated from college. That is a confusing note from Denis bio. The issue isnt whether they have an honorary degree, its the fact that they refuse to differentiate between it and a real degree. I would mostly agree. Jack Leo Van Impe (/ m p i / IM-pee; February 9, 1931 - January 18, 2020) was an American televangelist known for his half-hour weekly television series Jack Van Impe Presents, an eschatological commentary on the news of the week through an interpretation of the Bible.The program airs around the world through both religious broadcasters and the purchase of paid programming time on . Married to Jack Van Impe . 3 versions : 740616: US: 1974 . But thats a component of deception. The Jewish maiden, Esther, undoubtedly was strikingly beautiful to have been selected as queen to the ungodly king of Persia. She is named after father Rex Shelton. Most of these schools are legal entities, (last time I checked) we have whats called a separation of church and state in this country. How could I ever find words to adequately express the great blessing of having a godly mother? Mr. Van Impe, I mean Dr. Van Impe, received his doctorate from the unaccredited Pacific International University, as did his wife, the ray of sunshine Dr. Rexella Van Impe.Accredited universities might be fine and dandy for the masses, but an Exemplary Codger has that certain "je ne sequoia" to attend an unaccredited university and command the public's recognition of his doctoral title. Neither of them has a Masters and earned those doctorates in a VERY short timeframe. Shelton is asking to see her sons. Mom didnt ask for me because she wanted me to be at my post, serving the Lord. And I will plant them upon their land, and they shall no more be pulled up out of their land which I have given them, saith the Lord thy God (Amos 9:15). In this season, God appears to be asking America to line up like Israel. A copy of Dr. Kent Hovinds dissertation can be located via google if you would like to see the quality of work required to obtain a degree. (. Is that a fluff degree? There are only two types of people alive today: those who are born again and those who are not. This is terrifying. Dr. Hagee attended Trinity University in San Antonio, Texas on a football scholarship and was on the Academic Deans List. Yep, those two doctorates were earned, and they are complemented by two MS degrees and a BS. Of course not. But some students dont keep up well. UNC validated over 20 years of fraudulent classes in the AFAM department. Apparently Van Impe has been warming up to Rome for at least 2 decades. 4 Or how wilt thou say to thy brother, Let me pull out the mote out of thine eye; and, behold, a beam is in thine own eye? The education record of John Hagee is slightly difficult because he has dates listed for his degrees and no dates for his Bible training in SBI. Let the bodies hit the floor! https://www.uschristianu.net * Senior Pastor of 5 Churches & President of 3 Universities (The 3 universities are all fake and he founded them.) She would send out cards to the sick, make phone calls, and make pies. If you want a doctorate, do what I didnight after night of working until 4:00 AM, then going to work the next day, research, writing, peer review, defense. But powerful leaders are trying to disguise the truth about this violent religion and its demand for conquest. She was a humble (but blunt!) I cannot control how other adults choose their words but I do want to make the site safe for younger readers. The treaty will be broken after three and one-half years. If you earn a fully accredited doctorate, and want to wear the three velvet chevrons on your pulpit robe, by all means go ahead. I truly hope God has rescued some people away from his church. Accepting Mothers home going has required letting go of a little of the spiritual part of myself. I knew someone who was able to get an AA, BA, MA, and Doctorate all in one year, same exact date. Definitely not even though some exceptions exist. Its clear its not a fluff degree. Today, Rexella is 83 years old. Today Rexella and Jack talk about: Dr. Billy Graham's vision for revival in America. Oh, she could be firm, with strong convictions. First lets clear up that TTS is NOT a school based out of Liverpool England. many will come in His name saying Lord Lord , did I not cast out demons in your name/ we all know what His reply was. If you are not content with the words God has spoken through Jesus, the apostles and the prophets (there are no new ones today), then you need to examine your heart and repent. Some of your biggest TV preachers have these degrees. Please do not even try to associate Liberty University with all of these diploma mills. But is typically as rigorous as a Phd? I am not sure that matters, though. (. No, it was a current program, I can only assume Rexella has had some cosmetic surgery because she looked much younger that her age, while I was shocked at how much Jacks age really showed.. Lets not forget, too, that Perry had his father appear on his show to tell of his dream of going to heaven and how his best friend who was dead came back to deliver the message that he was to preach. Though, Im as guilty as the next guy when it comes to abrasive language. Sorry thought I provided that. Most of those who brandish their fake title of Doctor are so obviously Scripturally illiterate it is almost amusing. And I never had to ask if I could bring a friend home to dinner. A Dmin is designed to make you an expert in ministry and usually a specific branch of it. Here is the thing Kenny, if you have your education listed on your facebook and its nowhere near a doctorate degree, then how can you go around claiming to be a doctor? What a shame that parents would misdirect their children so. (Video 1, Video 2) I am saddened by this turn of events because I thought Johhny M had some integrity. That region of the country does not have a lot of colleges to begin with. Manifester Televangelists who put Dr. before their names yet have no actual education do it for only one reason to seem legit and educated so people will buy into whatever they are selling. How is that a good thing? I think youre correct Ed. We want to continue our study this week dealing with the coming peace in Israel and the world. Apart from prophetic revelation, one might doubt that lasting peace in the Middle East will ever be more than a Jewish dream. He is also one of the only big time prosperity preachers that does not have a fake or honorary doctorate degree. It should be noted that somehow Joyce Meyer was able to earn a PhD having no undergraduate or graduate degrees to her name. But the Bible is clear: Although born in war and beset by continued threats of destruction, Israel is bound for peace. I totally understand your point of view. Not sure what this was in response to though the word logos is not as simple as written word. James, How are these ministers being (called) liars or (for) doing something wrong when their degree is legitimate in the eyes of the state government? Please, at least admit that there is indeed such a thing as academic stupidity. So its gotta be TSU. Do you remember when Jack and Rexella Van Impe purchased doctoral degrees from Pacific Western University for $500 each? (. No Roxanne Logos and Rhema are essentially the very same thing. God is the God of loopholesI have found to be true. There will be religious peace during the Millennium. How he earned a doctoral degree without a masters degree is a mystery. But by example, she taught me how to live and always to do the right thing. (. So I knelt down beside her and said, Mom, you told me not to do this thing, but I did., Oh, Rexella, she said gently, when did you do that?, With tears streaming down my face, I replied, About three months ago!, Oh, honey, she said, Im so sorry you had to bear that all alone for three months.. If I did it was by mistake and I need to fix it. God bless you both as you look to the years ahead. When Jack and I got married, I joined him traveling in evangelism. Beloved husband: Jack Van Impe Parents: Rex & Merle Sheldon Brothers: Ronald H Sheldon, & Donald Sheldon She is an actress and writer, known for Jack Van Impe Presents (1994), The Mark of the Beast (1997) and Jack Van Impe Presents (1986). Add another using ..DR.. Who is totally not a dr of anything Rod graduated long before that. Familiar spirits. I dont know how i ended up here but this has been one of the most eye-opening blogs i have ever had the great pleasure of reading! I would submit that even a first year student in bible college could do the task of theology better than the crooks on TV trying to take everyones money. I just didnt realize how pervasive. He is obviously a man who studies. But compared to a Phd its clearly less rigorous. After carefully weighing several factors, including the average financial needs met, class sizes, student-to-faculty ratio, average ACT scores, and student retention rates, Newsmax has selected the top 100 evangelical Christian colleges in the country.. Jesus gave ALL His followers the great commission before he ascended into heaven to preach the gospel, heal the sick, raise the dead and cast out devils. Opinions from anyone? The accrediting process is to verify that the faculty are educated in the field they are teaching in, that study requirements are being met, and all kinds of ethical rules are recognized. Basically it said if Mozart, Beethoven, and Lincoln could be considered in my mind worthy of honorary degrees, the body of Christ moreso, because we affect nations, economies, and spritual life and death. Otherwise, stop purporting to be something youre not. Very sad. One, anyone is free to accept or not whatever is said or claimed, equally. He, also, embraced a false doctrine but you arent willing to be politically incorrect .. Those honorary degrees, however, do not shed a favorable light on the school. (. The author of this article is more than likely a leftist religious bigot with problems with people of faith. With no doubt, you need to add David Jeremiah to your list. Rexella Van Impe (born November 29, 1932, Missouri, USA) is an American singer and organist. My question is: what exactly is political correctness? Here is the class listing from Fuller. PO Box 7004, Troy, MI 48007-7004 Used to listen to a few of them but I ran out of money to help them buy another bizjet..a multi-million dollar bizjet.I dont fit in with the rich and famous. 4 weeks no symptoms mumsnet; william . I am offended by anybody who has an unearned doctorate, even if it is from an accredited university. He was the only one to realize that no-one cares if televangelists have credentials. So God didnt call his dad to preach. (, FICU is not only unaccredited but somehow Jakes did 12 years worth of higher education in less then 5 years there. Mom left messages to my husband and me when she became aware that the Lord was going to take her, knowing that we would find them after she was gone. He also attended North Texas State University where he received his Masters Degree in 1966. I say this having an Mdiv myself with a concentration in biblical languages. 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I could open a school teaching people that the world is being ran by hybrid human/lizard race and still get an accreditation. Thank you for this wonderful message it is food for the body spirit and soul it is good to know that our Jesus will be returning soon and every eye shall see him praises to the king Amen! Then I asked the same question What could a Bible believing Christian possibly say, that would give a theologian (or a theology student) the impression that they worship the Bible instead of God? No, King David Never Danced Naked Before The Lord, Top 10 Worst Christian Fashions And Clothing. NM, No reference is made as to what the degree was in but the U of A has been closed for a very long time. What about the International Miracle Institute? Really? Its too broad of a degree to be a real expert in anything. His most current information from his ministry website no longer lists him as Dr. Jack Van Impe. I could be a part of mensa and the high iq society, but for me, God took my broken mind and filled it with His glory, so I would rather have 10 honorary degrees, than the two I have (and one Im working on), because it means you have lived a life worthy of mans and probably Gods recognition. According their accrediting institute they only have one accredited program which is Oriental medicine. 3 And why beholdest thou the mote that is in thy brothers eye, but considerest not the beam that is in thine own eye? You are ignorant and still in your sins. "Just a Cup of Coffee, Please!". She is an actress and writer with an experience in American Television industry. Correct, West Georgie is a real University. Necromancy, which God forbids. Meaning they have no standards for education. The news media often calls attention to the large number of homeless and hungry people in our nation's big cities. Her birth sign is Sagittarius. Some of the ones you discuss may mean well, they may have a burden for souls, but the love of this world will demand priority at some point. Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh away the sin of the world (John 1:29). A degree in education does not qualify you to teach the Bible anymore than an engineering degree would qualify someoneto be a medical professional. 2 For with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged: and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured to you again. Once again, I cannot state this enough, accreditation is not everything. Consequently, I used G. A. Riplinger, which signifies to me, God and Riplinger God as author and Riplinger as secretary.[1] David Cloud calls this statement amazing and frightful, and says that even the most radical charismatic prophets hesitate to use such intemperate language. Few have recognized Jewish prosperity as the fulfillment of Gods promise to Abraham as recorded in Genesis 12:1 3. In addition, it should be noted that no masters degree was ever earned or recognized for Lahaye. The same is true for most fields, not just theology. In this new special, Dr. Rexella Van Impe is joined by Bible prophecy expert Dr. Carl Baugh to answer your most pressing questions about terrorism - and most importantly: Can the chaotic world we live in ever have peace? And my daughter, who God called to be a prophetic evangelist, was told to go overseas and get hers. $10.95. They desperately need to know how to have peace and joy today and thankfully this is a truth Jesus Himself addressed when He said, In the world ye shall have tribulation, but be of good cheer (John16:33). . As far as I have been able to find, no honorary doctorate has been awarded to Jakes yet..yet! Now I realize that all his wisdom is actually extrabiblical mumbo-jumbo that hes conjured up in his own mind. That Sir is impressive. Thanks so much for writing. ), Master of English, University of Dallas literature and rhetoric (I assume this is legit), Master of Liberal Arts, Southern Methodist University history, philosophy, and literature (Seems legit. Professors are not given a curriculum to teach. Their goal is to teach students to think for themselves and not just repeat things they heard. You can read the ATS manual at this link. When Don got to Moms hospital room, he said, Mama, you called for me, so it must be really important., She smiled tenderly and said, Yes, son, I want to go home., Then my brother, Bob, walked in and sensed what was happening. They are accredited by one of the organizations listed on the fake list of accreditation teams. To his credit he did at least attempt an education at a real school. Rexella Van Impe (Actor), Dr. Jack Van Impe (Actor), Andre Van Heerden (Director) Rated: Unrated Format: DVD 54 ratings IMDb 5.6/10.0 Prime Video $2.99 $7.99 DVD from $2.93 Additional DVD options Edition Discs Price New from Used from DVD November 11, 2008 1 $2.93 Watch Instantly with Rent Buy Mark of The Beast $2.99 $7.99 You can also download it HEREin PDF if you so desire. in Education and History from Trinity University. It actually made me more humble. I think God for the both of you. This Ludwig Otto character also seems to have a host of deceptive degree listings and his website bios are absolutely outlandish. Explore releases from the Van Impe Recordings label. This guy actually sells a free product called Miracle Manna. Any reference in the Bible to a doctor is referring to a physician. I just would like to say how sorry I am for your loss of Dr. Jack. Not even to congress when they requested it. accessed ), memorial page for Rexella Mae Shelton Van Impe (29 Nov 1932-unknown), Find a Grave . There is no fix for stupid! The return of the Jews to their land was painful and full of dangers. Generally and over all. (1997). Detroit Bible Institute also graduated the current dean of the Divinity School at Liberty University. Now full payment for sin has been made. A CLASSIC MESSAGE OF HOPE FROM DR. JACK VAN IMPE. They have no educated staff or any staff at all. And the forty-two months that follow will decimate their land, destroying the fruit of their long labors. Thus, accreditation sets a bar for academic studies. Would you reach out to me, please, by email? The only thing surprising about the honorary degree is that its not from Bob Jones. Its not a matter of anointing its a matter of deception. She is also known for America's Future (2002), Day Eight: Planet Earth Forever and The Mark of the Beast. Is The NIV Purposefully Removing References To Fasting? https://sites.google.com/fuller.edu/dmin/course-schedule. Claims to be subject to no checks and balances? I understand that sometimes an honorary degree is given to honor a great person or a lifetime of great work in a field. To me this makes sense and if a person want to attend a program that is only state sanctioned then it is their prerogative now isnt it. The fact of the matter is that these false prophets acquire these fake credentials in order to deceive people.. people like yourself who dont have the means know they are fake. They had no educational requirements for incoming students and no degree requirements and no accreditation. Dr. Jack Van Impe is naming names in "Beware: False Prophets, Damnable Heresies & Doctrines of Demons."God has given Jack and Rexella a desperately needed me. I never saw these notes before I found them in her New Testament. Sad. Heres your degree! A JD takes two to three years. (. Didnt you just chastise me for not editing someone elses fowl language? Anyone who can preach alongside Jessee Duplantis and appear on the Jim Bakker Show and not recognize them as being biblically illiterate and frauds has a major problem in discernment. Oh I just figured it out. Nothing is wrong with these real Bible centered schools simply because they dont have the seal of approval from one of the accreditation cabals. A bit of advice; if your organization does not have 501(c)(3) status from the IRS then you have to pay taxes like everyone else. (. Everything that he predicted is coming to past. Rexella has never confirmed that she has had cosmetic surgery. Interestingly, TSU and SW are the same school. (look the word up.). She was a great prayer warrior.