Another sad story from the health-wealth sector of "Christianity" out today.
CNN reports that President of Oral Roberts University Richard Roberts has resigned effective immediately as the lawsuit alleging he used university money and donations to build a lavish lifestyle for himself.
This amidst CBS reports that there is still a pending investigation by the US Senate finance commitee that Sen. Chuck Grassley (R) of Iowa has launched against half a dozen "Prosperity" ministries including Creflo Dollar, Ken Copeland, faith healer Benny Hinn and one of the nation's best known female preachers, Joyce Meyer.
According to CBS, "Grassley sent letters to a half-dozen Christian media ministries earlier this month requesting answers by Dec. 6 about their expenses, executive compensation and amenities, including use of fancy cars and private jets.
In a statement, Grassley said he was acting on complaints from the public and news coverage of the organizations.
"The allegations involve governing boards that aren't independent and allow generous salaries and housing allowances and amenities such as private jets and Rolls-Royces," Grassley said.
"I don't want to conclude that there's a problem, but I have an obligation to donors and the taxpayers to find out more. People who donated should have their money spent as intended and in adherence with the tax code." "
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