Bishop T.D. Jakes Recovering After Life-Threatening Health Emergency

The 67-year-old megachurch pastor underwent emergency surgery following a medical incident during a sermon and is now on the mend.

Bishop T.D. Jakes experienced a medical emergency during a sermon on November 24, 2024, which led to him being rushed to the ICU for emergency surgery.
Jakes described the incident as a 'life-threatening calamity' and credited his recovery to divine intervention and the skill of medical professionals.
The pastor, who is following his doctor’s advice to take it slow, reported feeling good, being in no pain, and expressed gratitude for his recovery.
Jakes reflected on the fragility of life during his virtual address to his congregation on December 1, calling his survival a 'miracle' and urging gratitude for every moment.
The Potter’s House church and Jakes’ family thanked supporters for their prayers and confirmed that the pastor is stable and recovering well.