So funny to me that a movie star or an NFL player is allowed to have a huge house but a pastor does it and it makes the news and seems shady.

I just want to say this: by their fruits you shall know them

Ummm, I can think of a lot of other people who should be investigated before this guy

Didn't God make Solomon rich and successful? Didnt HE financially bless Ruth? Didn't HE provide for David? IT'S ALL IN THE BIBLE. If that happened during Bible times,WHY can't it happen now to these pastors?

We all would like to have a big house and things of that sort. I go to elevation every week. Pastor Steven is very generous and gives millions to charities, he's written 3 books, he's earned the money he makes. It shows in the annual reports how much him and the church gives. Just because someone takes their money to build a home that they want why is that such a problem? All of these news reporters and press getting in his personal buisness like that need to be worrying about their own life. Sounds like they're more jealous than anything.

Guys... he didn't use the churches money, he used the money from his book sales.... (The books that he marketed and sold through the church XD) lol

So when you’re a pastor you can’t make your own money on the side, that does not take money away from the church? Got it. Thanks news.

Have any of you people ever listened to his sermons? I live in Texas and have never even been to Elevation but I listen to his podcast. I feel like the people who are judging him and saying negative things about him have never even heard his messages. Quit worrying about how much money he has and do your job which is to love people and share the gospel. Love God with everything you have and love your neighbor as yourself.

I wonder what kind of house Chris Tomlin has, or Lincoln Brewster, or Michael W. Smith, or virtually any other Christian artist that has 'made it'. Steven Furtick has sold millions upon millions of books, of course he has money. He also has a family, and if he's not struggling financially, you can probably bet that God is honoring his obedience in tithing. I don't know Steven Furtick but these kinds of ridiculous attempts at knocking down Christian leaders are completely out of jealousy or some kind of standard that is wrong.

A Pastor gets blessed, and the world gets turned upside down. A pastor goes out and ministers to many, mission trips, hears the hearts of his church members, and follows his calling, and people can't be happy for him... But no one seems to have a problem with Hollywood stars and music "artist," and athletes who merely entertain, and everyone's OK with it. Priorities are real in America.

1 million for a home? That's a bargain here in California. Good Job pastor!!

Sounds like someone is jealous. This is outrageous. He is very blessed because he is very obedient.

Pastor Steven futrick has saved my life multiple times . If he’s rich off that... God bless him . Thank you Steven

Thousands of people are giving their lives over to Christ during Pastor Steven's sermons... God is blessing him. He's obviously doing something right!!

Hahahaha they’re trying to make an enemy of him just because they aren’t being told how much he makes. Leave the dude alone.

where does it say in the bible that our teachers must be paupers? It doesn't. It Steven Furtick chooses to live in abundance, it is between him and God. It's the Holy Spirit's job to convict, God's job to judge, and your job to love. Period.

Why is it okay for sports figures, entertainers and all kinds of people to enjoy the money they earn(and way more than most people will ever earn) and yet, a person who is connected with God can't enjoy the same success. Get real world!! God wants the best for all of us! Good for Steven Furtick!

" TO WHOM IS GIVEN MUCH, MUCH WILL BE REQUIRED ".

NO WEAPONS FORMED AGAINST YOU SHALL PROSPER!!!!

I have been volunteering for 3 years and never been asked to sign anything.

This man is incredibly successful financially wise. He started elevation from 14 people eight years ago and now he has a 16,000 square foot house. I think some very important lessons can be learned from his financial success. He has an incredible amount of support from his congregation which has enabled him to buy his own 16,000 square foot house. That seems a little extreme, but the fact remains that people are going to dump money on whatever they want to dump money on. If people want to help him buy him buy a house, let them! I don't think it's "God's Blessing." It's just that he has an incredible amount of support from his congregation.

haters gonna hate. Even the most amazing people will have the most passionate haters against them. Steven Furtick's preaching has impacted my life and i'm now a 15 year old teenager with a fire for Jesus all because God has used Steven to preach the word of God. And there is nothing new under the sun. Jesus even said that people will persecute you for following him. This is only an effect and a proof for that the bible to clearly stated.

First of all, Steven Furtick is the real deal- he is everything that he stands for and an amazing man of God. Why is it that no one would call into question whether or not Oprah is an amazing woman who does a lot for everyone- and I'm quite sure she doesn't live in a shack. This is ridiculous.

Proverbs 11:2 When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.

this video is ridiculous! I PRAY THAT GOD WOULD BLESS STEVEN WITH EVEN MORE!!!!

This reporter suddenly changed ''1.7 million worth house'' to being ''multi million worth house''. Wow! I wonder how much does they earn for doing such things, but I'm sure it's confidential. It's interesting how the media pick on certain people even if they cross the street in the wrong place, and they leave out others who are really doing it.

He's reaping what he has sown... God provides IN ABUNDANCE to those who follow and trust in Him!! John 10:10 (NKJV) The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.

guys Pastor Steven has 18 locations and we know he’s going to be building more, he has a humongous church, that’s growing so fast, i wouldn’t be suprised if he has a big house he’s a great preacher! but just let him live his life! he has a beautiful family and a beautiful congregation!

The man works hard for his money. Let him live a good life in a beautiful home.

This is a speculative report. God blessed not just Pastor Steven but the whole church and all the people saved through Christ Jesus. I believe that this pastor is still giving his tithes and offering from what he's earning with his books and appearances. Other people will always hate until they fully understand what God wants them to do.

It’s not his money it’s God’s money !!! Those words are from Steven himself..

I pray that Pastor Steven Furtick's books sales triple 🙏

Who cares how much his house cost?? Why would a pastor not be able to have nice things that he or she has worked hard for? This is ridiculous and a total double standard.

Steven speaks the word of God and he is gifted in it ....God has lifted him and you guys are making it look bad....so long as what he speaks and does is in line with God's you guys keep quiet and mind your own business

I prayed for God to richly bless Pastor Steven and his family for the sacrifices they have to make in order to get the Word of God out to the world. It takes a lot! More than people not in that position know. So there :)

This just comes off as a total hit piece.

He used money from his books to purchase a house, not his salary as a pastor. He also gives generously. Nothing wrong with what he is doing and he's a great man of God. I pray he is blessed and it is sad that others feel the need to bash him.

WOO HOO! THIS MAN IS SO BLESSED AND HIGHLY FAVORED THAT EVEN GOT LONG TIME CHRISTIANS TALKING SMACK! PEOPLE ITS CALLED "GODS FAVOR" PLUS FAITH WILL MOVE MOUNTAINS, THIS UPSETS ALOT OF WHAT SOME OF YOU THAT ARE CALL ING YOURSELVES TO BE CHRISTIANS BECAUSE YOU HAVE NOT FULLY UNDERSTAND THE WORK OF GOD. YOU KNOW GOD IN YOUR MIND, BUT NOT IN 6 OUR SPIRIT...MUCH RESPECT TO PASTOR FURTICK! GOD IS GOOD...

whether we attack or defend him, let us go to the Word first (isa. 8:19-20; acts 17:11; cf. 2 tim. 3:16). does furtick love money? i don't know. but Jesus said we are not to lay up our treasures on earth (matt. 6:19), and that we can know where one's heart is at by where his treasure is (6:21); that by how we use our money, we can see one's true master (6:24), and whether the 'light' in a person is true, or hypocrisy (6:22-23). paul repeatedly says how he could have used his rights as an apostle to make financial demands on his congregations, but forfeited them, so that they might see his concern was not their possessions, but their souls (1 cor. 9:1-27). he made it his aim to put no obstacle in the way of his hearers (2 cor. 6:3-10). yes, paul says elders are worthy of double honor (1 tim. 5:17). but in the previous chapters, he warns elders about being lovers of money (3:4 with 4:6), since they are to be the example for the believers (4:11-12, 15-16). whether furtick is a false teacher, i won't say. but the Scriptures repeatedly say that false teachers usually categorized by these primary motives: power (superstar mentality), sex, or money (these were the traits of the false 'imposter' teachers in 2 tim. 3:1-9). finally, in hebrews 11, those whom we are called to imitate those whose city is heavenly, not earthly (11:8-10), whose homeland is not of this earth (11:13-16). moses cared not for the riches of this world (11:26) because he endured by 'seeing Him who is invisible" (11:27). why? we have no lasting city here, but seek the city to come (13:14). as for judging, we must heed matt. 7:15-20 as much as 7:1. i am more concerned that we go to Scripture, than whether or not furtick is wrong. the only way to know is Scripture, not by what 'camp' we belong to. SDG

Oh forgive the man for being blessed by God, the Lord blessed those who follow him. Physically, spiritually, emotionally, and financially

Well, gotta say, this pastor seems like a slick business man. All I know is, when someone looks at you, can they see God thru your actions and your love for others? We as Christians are supposed to model our life after Jesus life, only once can i remember when Jesus was extravagant, was when Mary Magdalene washed his feet with the perfumed oil, and he allowed her to do that because he knew she was preparing him for his soon to be earthly death and burial. but he lived humbly, in today's terms he was poor, he didn't even have money to pay the roman taxes until he told one of his disciples to go catch a fish and the coins for the tax was in the fish's mouth, he relied on others for shelter and food when he was travelling all over, so that would make him homeless, he hung out with friends(some who were the lower class of questionable society) and he really ticked off the religious ruling class, he did not fit in with them at all. And he told rich people to give away their gold and earthly possessions, give to the poor and widows and orphans, live a modest life, love god and love others, no hating them, no judging them, that's God's job to judge. So I don't judge this pastor, God will do that but I do wonder what Jesus would think about his house if invited to this pastor's house for supper? Same with going to the Vatican, or any big elaborate house of worship?? I kinda get the feeling he'd be more comfortable in a soup kitchen chatting with whoever is there.

Greed and jealousy are enemies of the heart. You act as if the answers to your questions would bring peace, but you ask the wrong questions and your intent is to destroy and not glorify God. This guy helped me in my faith tremendously. He DID save my life with the word of God.

Jealous much? Steven Furtick and Elevation Church are very giving all over the world. Shame on these preachers for saying he doesn't deserve a nice home, or trying to find out how much money he makes. None of you go there so is it really any of your business?!!! I love Elevation Church and Pastor Steven. God blesses those who give and this Pastor and this church definitely gives.

the comments in this thread are ridiculous. Proof we are living in the last days and we are in the apostasy/falling away. What do you need 7 bathrooms for? And why does the world know about his giving. Everyone watching this and commenting should read Matthew 6:1-4 KJB

Thank. U. Steven. Furtic. For. Helping. The. World.Move. on.

It's no one's business what he makes and how he uses his money. There are PLENTY of wealthy people that are true followers of Christ. Nowhere in the Bible does it say you can't have a big house. Steven Furtick is human. A sinner saved by grace just like you and me.

This isn’t a very nice piece in someone you’ve never met. I’ve never met him either, but he’s helped my journey so much !! Spread more love and compassion.

So he will sue you if you violate the confidentiality agreement? What's to hide?

1. I don't see in the Bible were we are instructed to not make $ but rather to be content no matter the circumstances. Remember, God was the God of Soloman and of John the Baptist. It comes down to obedience.....Money is not the root of evil....The LOVE of money is! 2. The "money changers" in the temple were driven out because they were telling the poor that their sacrifice was not good enough and therefore they needed to purchase a better sacrifice from them.....This is what Jesus got mad about! I don't necessarily agree with an enormous mansion like this, but why should pastors not be successful?

Gosh people make such a big deal out of stupid things. There's nothing wrong with spending your money that YOU made from being productive. He donates much of his money, why is it so bad that he gets himself something nice? You can definitely tell this is the end of days

Be what you're for not what you're against. Whether your words have merit, you're motives and actions are wrong.

The ones downing a child of God: Stop looking threw your eyes and look threw your heart. Do you really think that if he was doing wrong that Our Father, Our Lord and Savior would let this be what it is... Stop "hating" and learn to love! One of the things God wants is to bring his children to his side and to tell his children about him and that's what he is doing and what he has done! Peace be with you all

I just gotta say, so what? And good for him! Good for them - the whole family. These people have done more for the Kingdom than anyone I know of, they personally saved my life through a television screen. I couldn't be happier for them. Listen, my God shall supply all your needs according to his glorious riches. Nowhere does it tell us to be poor. God rewards richly those who serve him with their full lives. Stop being jealous that this man is everything you ever wished you could be, and just be the best you that you can be. Numbers 6:24-26

People that can't make money like that hate. If you can make honest money doing God's work you should. People should be inspired to be as successful as a pastor like this, not tear him down because he has been able to achieve something you have not.

If Furtick was truly interested in helping people find Christ, he would be publishing his own books and DVDs and handing them out for free. Instead, he rather charge $11.99, buy commercials with church funds, build a million dollar home, and act like a victim when people question his motives. Furtick uses our benevolent Creator and people's passion to serve God as a means to gain financially.

Prov 3: 9 -10 Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine.

Power corrupts, Steven. Please follow Jesus who detested pride and embraced humility. You may have started out as a genuine Christian, but you are falling away.

How about King David in the bible? Hes also a rich man and a follower of Christ.

The guy sells tons of books! It's his money and he earned it fairly so he can do what he wants with it. I would build a house like that if I could.

Apart from him making money on his book, being a pastor is his job so whatever he does with that money is his choice. Giving anyone information of finances in any company/business is against the law. So I do not think that the media should be concerned about how much money anyone is making. Maybe we should go ask NBC how much the CEO makes and what he does with his money. This pastor works hard and has put a lot of effort into his ministry and job. Did it ever occur to anyone that maybe he is just a good steward with his money or is that just abnormal for America?

$1.7 million dollar home is not even that expensive in the 21st century...

The reason I found this video was because Furtick mentioned it in his new book 'Crash the chatterbox'. Rather bizarre but my question is how big a house should a pastor have before it is considered wrong? Did Solomon not have a huge palace? Perhaps we are judging with wrong motives or perhaps some folk are just plain jealous?

Maybe the reason why people attack God's people and try bring them down negatively is they never really sought to have a relationship with God. We do live in a selfish and jealous world. We want to gain fame and fortune. We get jealous when someone has a lot of accomplishments, and we try to bring them down so we can lift ourselves up. As Christians, we are always going to be attacked because of the one who has saved us and who we live for, but God also promises us that if we follow His plan that we will be blessed tremendously (Matthew 13:23). As you can see in this video, Pastor Steven and Elevation only started out with 14 people, and look to where it is today. People from the outside will look at money and how many books he is profiting off of them, but are we actually looking at the actual purpose. The purposes of his ministry and his books is not to lift himself up for his glory, but to lift people up so that they may experience a personal relationship with Christ, which is what we are called to do as Christians (Matthew 28:18-20). So maybe if we want to experience a number of blessings, maybe we ought to seek the God, who has authority over all the earth, and complete His will, then see what happens in your life. Nothing can compare to the mercy and riches of God!

Absolutely amazing how when men of God get blessed they get questioned how come when celebrities buy new cars or houses nobody makes a big deal of it and investigates that

This news station is so mad and for why lol

Once again the church and the world is arguing about Money!. This is so sad. People you really have to read your bible. There is nothing wrong with this Pastor being rich. The bible says A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men. We don't know what this man has gone through in his life and the price he has had to pay. Furthermore, Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labor; this is the gift of God and many more scriptures in the bible like this. Job was wealthy and the bible says he was an upright man. So was Abraham, David, Solomon etc., does that mean they were evil? There are appointed to some people upon this earth to be wealthy. The LOVE of money is the root to all evil, not money itself. The bible also says money answers all things (but keep in context of the scriptures) like helping and being a blessing to others. After all, how can you be a blessing to others if you are always in need and have nothing to give. Yes, Jesus was poor, but it was his assignment on earth to suffer this, to be touched by all aspects of what we feel so he could be an accurate intercessor for us. There is no honor in suffering and being a martyr through an assignment that's not yours. He doesn't have to disclose how much he makes. People see others prospering and they get envious because it's not them, yet they are not willing to pay the price to achieve in their own lives, so they lash out at those who do. Just know that what God has for you, no one can take away. Leave your legacy, he is leaving his. Give what God is asking of you and be done. If these pastor's are doing wrong with it, God will judge and they SHALL answer to Him. I pray for this pastor to continue to reach the masses for Christ and that his heart stays pure, truthful and he continues to mature in the fruits of the spirit Amen!

Just a thought, have you ever considered the fact that maybe Steven was obedient in serving God and therefore he was blessed? He devotes his life to Elevation Church and the furthering of Christ's Kingdom. His books are amazing and honestly God has changed my life through the obedience of this pastor! Honestly, there financial reports are nobody's business but Elevation and it's congregation, not the national news. Watch one of his sermons online, you will see just how much he allows Jesus to work through him. Is it a crime to have a nice home? No... God blesses the GIVER and Furtick GIVES! I see this as a way to poke the Christian church and to poke Elevation because of their ability to completely engage attention from people because God has gifted them with the ability to incorporate the 21st century around the Bible. He preaches over an hour every week and it's SPIRIT LEAD, never heard anyone like him. I am a pastor, and I support Steven, and Elevation 100%.

They’re not mad because SF has money. They’re mad because they don’t. If they don’t get upset that Stephen King can live well off of his book sales then they have no justifiable right to be mad a SF for having a nice home from his book sales. Talking about envy & stupidity!

Elevation Church has reached an unbelievable amount of people for Jesus. Lives are being changed and souls are being restored every week. Christians, especially, should not point fingers. We need unity not division. FYI: Jesus did not flip the money changer tables because they were making a profit. He did it because they were desecrating the temple which was built for worship and prayer. I am sure Steven Furtick tithes so do me a favor and read Malachi 3:10.

Why doesnt someone investigate the investigator?

God blessed him...

I have been homeless since 2018 because i wont sell out to this world please help

God bless

SMH these folks need to stop...

The love of money is, I understand, the root of all kinds of evil.

This Pastor blesses millions of people, do not touch God’s Anointed, do not even defend yourself Pastor Steven and Holly, just persecution , how can you help people when you are poor, God blesses him, because he blesses others. These people are obnoxious, they do THIS to make money and rates. They should not judge, they will be judged!!!

Christianity started out in Palestine as a fellowship; it moved to Greece and became a philosophy; it moved to Italy and became an institution; it moved to Europe and became a culture; it came to America and became an enterprise. by Sam Pascoe

God just blessed pastor Steven that much.. Because of his faithfulness to his calling.. He just spoke over my life through the screen on KZfaq and I get to know Jesus deeply.. And.. My life is saved now.. I can say Pastor Steven deserves billions of dollars home..❤

Y'all hate on all big church leaders looks like God is blessing them like he promised

This is not just a biblical thing but a social economic thing. Churches are tax exempt 501(c)(3) organizations, so if you’re going to hold this status because the government gives you a break, then pour those dollars in the community. That’s why you’re there. This is getting ridiculous with these pastors investing millions in themselves. If you want big homes fine, then pay taxes!

It’s nobody’s business how much.

The Jim Baker and Tammy Faye of the 2000s. It's a shame.

12K square feet for under 2 MIL. Money well spent.

Recently came back from my visit to the Philippines and found out that my best friend has been an avid follower of Elevation Church, so I ask my wife to contact the office in NC to request for a couple DVDs so I can send them to my friend but unfortunately the church doesn't provide a free DVD to share the gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ!

And?

The LORD blesses those who are Faithful, in this Case He's Blessed Our Brother in Christ Pastor Steven Furtick with Money to build a Home

Which book in the bible says preacher should int live in good conditions' again'

Who cares! Nobody's job to JUDGE

He lives abundant life gods child

If he deserves it and God gives it then who are you to tell anyone how they can earn their money .

A 1.7 million dollar home is not a “multi million dollar home”. What kind of journalism is this?!??? Lmao

We are to look different than the world.

2 Peter 2 Authorized (King James) Version (AKJV) 2 But there were false prophets also among the people, even as there shall be false teachers among you, who privily shall bring in damnable heresies, even denying the Lord that bought them, and bring upon themselves swift destruction. 2 And many shall follow their pernicious ways; by reason of whom the way of truth shall be evil spoken of. 3 And through covetousness shall they with feigned words make merchandise of you: whose judgment now of a long time lingereth not, and their damnation slumbereth not. 4 For if God spared not the angels that sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved unto judgment;

House in a some country a cost over 13 million and oonuh deh here complaining about a 1.8 million house? Although at the end of the day, his house is even bigger and land space wider than the house we get to buy here for nearly 20 million dollars

If you have lots of kids and let people stay round etc it really isn't THAT much of an excess.

Why does he need such a big of a house ? I don't think he has a big family.

1 Corinthians 9:14 tells us So also the Lord directed those who proclaim the gospel to get their living from the gospel. What Pastor Furtick is doing is fine. So far to my knowledge he has not stolen money, nor done anything wrong. The pastor has stated he is building his house from proceeds from his book sales. If the book is promoted in church then so be it as long as it the book leads people to Christ. There is no command in the Bible that states pastors must live in poverty. God made it possible for the pastor of elevation church to make an income which supports his lifestyle. I praise God for a Pastor that is not robbing his church or doing something wrong.

God bless people who serving he’s doing a real good job so he deserves it

So you think of all the people in the world, GOD wouldn't bless Christians with nice homes? ☝🏽 being poor isn't a Christian value, it's to openly receive JESUS blessings not matter how big or small.

only when a pastor has a nice home is it "news" Dude built this house with money from his book sales, then donated money from books sales to his church.