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» Brian Tubbs - Grading Christian Pastors

As you've pointed out, I'd be coming from a different perspective. So, I'll have to tweak the grading criteria a bit.

I'll put some thought into it, but quick answers...

Joel Osteen is a good 'cream puff' preacher. Not a lot of substance, BUT he really does (I think) have a sincere desire to UNDO much of the negativity and judgmentalism that has characterized evangelical Christianity. So, he's gone to the other 'extreme' (some might say). But he's a very inspirational speaker. I listen to him fairly regularly, and have read his book. Will read the next one too.

I have great respect for Billy Graham. He's learned a lot over the years, and he's not afraid to admit his past mistakes. He's been very open about them, in fact. That is to his credit. A truly honorable, decent human being. He brings credit to the ministry.

I don't know a lot about Joyce Meyer. Several of the ladies in our church really like her, though. My mom also read some of her stuff. I actually was given a bunch of books by one of our church families, and some of her stuff is in there. So, I will probably read through it.

And I really like Rick Warren. You can read what I said about him in my comments to Pink.

More later.