Joyce Meyer, a prominent Christian author and speaker, has recently made significant decisions impacting her ministry’s broadcasting partnerships and public engagements. In January 2025, Meyer announced the suspension of her program, “Enjoying Everyday Life,” from the Daystar Television Network. This decision came in response to allegations of an abuse cover-up within the network. Dan Meyer, Joyce Meyer’s son and CEO of Joyce Meyer Ministries, communicated this move to the ministry’s staff, emphasizing their commitment to truth and sensitivity towards those affected by the situation. He stated that the ministry might consider resuming programming on Daystar once the issues are satisfactorily resolved.
The controversy surrounding Daystar involves accusations against its president, Joni Lamb, who has been alleged by her son, Jonathan Lamb, and his wife, Suzy Lamb, of covering up abuse against their 5-year-old daughter. Joni Lamb has consistently denied these allegations. Prior to Meyer’s departure, other notable Christian leaders, including Jack Graham, Jesse Duplantis, Lance Wallnau, and Hank and Brenda Kunneman, also severed ties with the network, though they did not publicly cite the scandal as their reason.
In mid-2024, Meyer withdrew from a speaking engagement at Gateway Church’s “Let’s Dive In! Summer Series” following child sex abuse allegations against the church’s founder, Robert Morris. Morris resigned in June 2024 after Cindy Clemishire reported that he had sexually abused her starting when she was 12 years old. A spokesperson for Joyce Meyer Ministries indicated that Meyer’s decision to withdraw was due to her strong condemnation of all forms of abuse and her compassion for survivors.
In addition to these organizational decisions, Meyer has been open about her personal health challenges. In June 2023, she shared that she had suffered a fall resulting in a broken ankle and complications that required back surgery. Despite these setbacks, Meyer expressed optimism about her recovery and looked forward to resuming her ministry activities, including upcoming conferences and new episodes of her podcast, “Talk It Out.”
Reflecting on her teachings, Meyer has acknowledged that some of her past views on prosperity and faith were “out of balance.” In a candid admission, she noted that she once believed personal hardships were a result of insufficient faith. However, she has since recognized that such perspectives do not align with biblical teachings, emphasizing that faith does not exempt individuals from life’s challenges.
Throughout 2023, Joyce Meyer Ministries reported significant outreach efforts, including regular food programs, medical assistance in remote areas, clean water projects, and support for young girls in desperate situations. The ministry also expanded its message through conferences, podcasts, Bible studies, and the “Enjoying Everyday Life” program, reaching millions worldwide.
These developments underscore Meyer’s commitment to integrity, transparency, and the well-being of her audience, reflecting her dedication to addressing both personal and organizational challenges in he
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