The speaker discusses an interview with Kenneth Copeland, a wealthy televangelist, who is being questioned about his lavish lifestyle and use of private jets. The speaker is highly critical of Copeland, accusing him of exploiting his followers and using his faith to justify his wealth. The interview is shown, in which Copeland is evasive and defensive, using biblical references to justify his wealth and lifestyle. The speaker believes that Copeland is a hypocrite who is using his faith to enrich himself, rather than to help others. The speaker also notes that Copeland's behavior is the opposite of what is taught in the Bible, and that he is likely to face judgment for his actions. Overall, the speaker views Copeland as a corrupt and evil individual who is taking advantage of his followers.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Kenneth Copeland is a preacher and evangelist who is extremely wealthy.
2. He has been accused of exploiting his followers for financial gain.
3. He owns a private jet and has stated that he doesn't fly commercial because it's like getting into a tube with a bunch of demons.
4. In an interview with Inside Edition, he defended his lavish lifestyle and private jet, stating that it's necessary for his ministry.
5. He claimed that he invests $20-25 million in the poor, but there is no evidence to support this claim.
6. He makes money from book sales, DVDs, and natural gas on his property.
7. His wealth does not come solely from offerings, but some of it does.
8. He believes that being wealthy is not a sin and that God wants him to have wealth.
9. He has been criticized for his prosperity preaching and his lavish lifestyle.
10. His grandfathers were preachers who lived modest lives and were offended by men who made money from preaching.
11. Kenneth Copeland has built his empire on the reputation of his grandfathers and other genuine preachers.
12. He has been accused of being a con man who takes advantage of his followers' desire to better their lives through faith.