The Roys Report

JR Woodward, author of "The Scandal of Leadership," dives into the pitfalls of domineering church leadership and advocates for a polycentric model that encourages shared decision-making. He critiques the celebrity pastor culture and its detrimental effects, emphasizing the need for community engagement and accountability. Woodward discusses how aligning leadership with the teachings of Jesus can transform church dynamics, inviting listeners to rethink leadership in light of the Beatitudes and promote ethical, compassionate practices.

The woman who exposed Marcus Lamb’s extramarital affair breaks her silence, with new insights into Daystar TV’s culture of control and cover-up.  

Author Lance Ford exposes how churches use faulty teachings to bind and silence Jesus followers, and envisions how truth and reforms can bring freedom.  

Daystar TV President Joni Lamb recently prayed curses on-air—is that normal for Christians? Bible teacher Lance Ford parses what the Bible says on this practice.  

After being kicked out of the National Religious Broadcasters Convention, two podcasters who’ve reported on the Daystar TV scandal speak out.  

Investigative journalist Julie Roys delves into the necessity of exposing wrongdoing within the church, framing it as an act of love. The tension between truth-telling and backlash from church leaders is examined. Biblical lessons on accountability and the consequences of ignoring divine commands highlight the urgency for transparency in faith leadership. The discussion emphasizes the importance of confronting issues with a heart for glorifying God, urging leaders to embrace accountability for the church’s integrity and mission.

Two survivors of IHOPKC founder Mike Bickle’s abuse share how he groomed and betrayed them, and a survivor advocate shares how they exposed the wolf.  

Deborah Perkins, the first victim of Mike Bickle’s who went public, shares of how friends “went to war” with her, to expose an evil system of abuse.  

Her story of alleged sexual abuse by Mike Bickle caused the prayer ministry he founded to separate from him. Now she reveals her identity for the first time.  

Image repair analyst, Dr. Julia Dahl, says a 10-minute video posted by Mercy Culture Pastor Landon Schott in response to an article is rife with image repair tactics.