Distant cousin of Tavis Smiley. Pastor of Potter's House, a non-denominational church with ties with the controversial Oneness Petacostal (anti-Trinitarian) movement. Was a subject of controversy in the late 1990s when Jakes publicly admitted that he rejects the orthodox doctrine of the Trinity. Other than his controversial anti-Trinitarian stance, he was also controversial for his wealthy and flamboyant lifestyle as displayed in his televised programs.
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