Bishop Charles Cato kept preaching as the minister's security team escorted an intruder off the stage. The suspect was arrested hours later after a carjacking and crash.
He never should have been able to get on the stage in the first place. But, to be honest, most churches don't even have a security element. Those that do would probably have performed the same. So I tend to show a little grace. it's bad that he was there and we can count on the Lord to save us in times like this.
I have the same concern, the video does not show his exact approach. He got close enough to make contact. If he had a knife and had hostile intent this could have been a different story. Not that security did not do a great job. My question is when did security first detect the problem and is there a way they could intervened before contact was made.
I'm a paid subscriber, a big fan of yours and our church security team leader. I carefully watch all of your podcasts, and would like to share them with the Pastor and the rest of our team. I rarely do, however, because prior to your podcast coming on, and usually during your podcasts, there are the most ridiculous commercials. Many of those commercials are so stupid and embarrassing they degrade the credibility and character of your show. I know you need financial support, but please say no to most of the commercials playing recently before and during your show. They're keeping your messages from folks who need to hear and see them. Thanks, Stan.
FYI, Tennessee just passed a self-defense bill that will affect not only homeowners but also churches and their security teams. I recommend you look at it.
I live in Rossville GA (just south of Chattanooga TN). I wish you could come to the Chattanooga area for your training sessions. Our team and many others would benefit greatly.
Our church has a small security team. This is a good lesson and we will learn from it and prepare. Currently I am armed at all times but cannot always be in the right place at the right time. Thank you.
The obvious glaring question is how did he get close enough to make physical contact with the Pastor?
He never should have been able to get on the stage in the first place. But, to be honest, most churches don't even have a security element. Those that do would probably have performed the same. So I tend to show a little grace. it's bad that he was there and we can count on the Lord to save us in times like this.
I was thinking this as well - if the man had a knife, it could have been very bad for the pastor.
I have the same concern, the video does not show his exact approach. He got close enough to make contact. If he had a knife and had hostile intent this could have been a different story. Not that security did not do a great job. My question is when did security first detect the problem and is there a way they could intervened before contact was made.
I'm a paid subscriber, a big fan of yours and our church security team leader. I carefully watch all of your podcasts, and would like to share them with the Pastor and the rest of our team. I rarely do, however, because prior to your podcast coming on, and usually during your podcasts, there are the most ridiculous commercials. Many of those commercials are so stupid and embarrassing they degrade the credibility and character of your show. I know you need financial support, but please say no to most of the commercials playing recently before and during your show. They're keeping your messages from folks who need to hear and see them. Thanks, Stan.
I have no say on the commercials. It is totally up to the platform hosting the video.
Keith - Do you still post videos on Rumble? I think you used to. They don't do commercials, do they? Perhaps that could be an option?
Excellent piece. Excellent deduction.
FYI, Tennessee just passed a self-defense bill that will affect not only homeowners but also churches and their security teams. I recommend you look at it.
In the words of Hannibal Smith, "I love it when a plan comes together". Thanks Keith, this was a great one!
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Thanks for your dedication
Keith, Thanks for keeping us updated on current events.
in His service,
Steve
Thank you for the information and for using a biblical approach in sharing this as a teachable moment.
We have such a position on our roll call.
Great job with the breakdown and scriptural analysis, Keith!
Hi Kevin
I live in Rossville GA (just south of Chattanooga TN). I wish you could come to the Chattanooga area for your training sessions. Our team and many others would benefit greatly.
God bless brother
John Culbertson
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815-549-6701
Thank you Keith for a great lesson. I've learned so much from this incident and will share it with our team.
Our church has a small security team. This is a good lesson and we will learn from it and prepare. Currently I am armed at all times but cannot always be in the right place at the right time. Thank you.