On Aug 21, 2007, the community of Atlanta, Ga., was shocked to hear that minister Thomas W. Weeks III, founder of the Global Destiny churches, had been accused of choking, pushing, kicking and stomping his wife, televangelist, Juanita Bynum in the parking lot of a hotel outside of Atlanta, according to the Associated Press.
Weeks pleaded guilty in March and was sentenced to three years’ probation and ordered to perform community service and undergo counseling.
The couple who wed in 2002 during a million dollar, televised ceremony and wrote a book titled, Teach Me How to Love You: The Beginnings, are approaching mediation on May 13 for their divorce.
However, Bynum will appear in a two-part episode of the TV show Divorce Court, to discuss how she’s through with the marriage.
In episodes scheduled to air Thursday and Friday, Bynum also says she had thoughts of suicide and weighs in on a case involving domestic violence. When asked what advice she had for women in situations similar to hers, she said, “I have to make a decision … to take the love that I had for him with me.”
“I can’t speak for him, but I no longer want the marriage,” she said.
Bynum also comments on rumors of a suicide attempt.
“Suicide crossed my mind … You know, I felt hopeless,” Bynum said. “I didn’t because the name Bynum represents a legacy of people that have gone before me and had I done that I would have given too much power to an individual to not just wipe me out but to wipe out the integrity of the legacy I was born in.”
For further information and updates please visit The Associated Press.
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Follow-up comment rss or Leave a TrackbackDr. Bynum my prayers are with you. I empathize with you because I am a divorced woman of GOD. I was married to a minister as well when I found out he was having an affair with my sister-try to digest that. I know what you are going through emotionally, mentally, physically, and in every way imaginable. Don’t give up instead succeed. Know that there are people praying for you and also Bishop Weeks. When you come through this situation believe me you will be stronger, wiser, and much better. My prayer is that one day I will get to meet you personally
hmmm, ever thought your husband needed a wife? If your sister was involved with your husband , she must have seen somoething in you that was lacking and was paying attention to your husbands needs better than you were.
I know you’re gonna say it’s his fault. but alot of women forget that men actually need your attention, but you give alot of your attention to your jobs, children, family, church and he get whats left over which aint gonna be much, I bet you wore a do-rag on your head at night to bed? when will you all learn????????
Omni101,
YOUR ARE JUST STUPID!
To Ladyblack, I like your comment of encouragement and prayer for both Juanita and her husband. There are so few people (like Omni101) who realize that both have something to contribute to a successful marriage - or the failure. It sounds like you have arrived at that place where “peace passing understanding” that God offers - that’s wonderful because a lot of people really struggle when life hits so hard. This is why we need God everyday, not just Sunday.
Let’s just all pray for GOD to get the glory our of this situation. I care deeply for both Dr. Bynum and Bishop Weeks. I am married for 47 years to a cheating, lying Minister. As long as he does not lay a hand on me and takes care of things where I don’t have to work, He can do whatever he wants. I just make sure I do what God tells me, in being there for him, etc. I know I have been a wonderful wife and have met his needs. He’s greedy. One day, I will not have to share him with the females at church and other places. Ladies, stop going after someone else’s man.
Hi all, we’ve said alot& i wish JB&Weeks would see this. We never think ’bout how God sees it. THERE’S NO WAY BUT GOD’S WAY!!! how else do we need to say this? JB u have a responsibility to the home God entrusted to you; Weeks you are the head, nothing shld change that. now, can 2 work together except they agree? NO! believe you both agreed to get married cos you agree on some basic issues; a challenge/storm comes to test your love& u say JB ..”u’ll walk away with the love you have for him..”well i think that’s absurd. U both have brought your ‘linens out in the open to wash’ well do it. I’m married to a minister that saw ministry in a better light after he got married to me(i’m a minister too), he has his flaws but i was willing to let God’s Spirit work through me to make things good.We forgive our wrongs&love each other inspite of the very harsh storms. Love ain’t just a feeling sister, it’s ministry;Christ wouldn’t have given up His place but for that same Love! In West Africa here were i am, we believed in the message you preached JB, but this is more than a stain you must wash away by the instrument of FORGIVENESS. Weeks pls settle things with JB remember God hates putting away Malachi 2:14-17. Nothing else matters in this issue save what the word of God says: That is our LAW. See through His eyes and i’m sure if u truely love the Lord like you claim, you’ll be pained for what you see. I pray His light come into your lives right now in Jesus name. Love you both.
Hello Juanita, its just today i have learnt about all you have been thru , Normally i am a person who never cries and after reading what you have been thru i have cried for 3continuos hours and i look at your beautiful picture and cry more.i love you i loved your marriage.I am 27years old single , i know deep down you are my hero and i pray that you get out of this storm strong.i am happy you are speaking your mind and what you feel , whether a bishop or rev we are all human and we have feelings and limits. You have come out while others are hiding and its eating them up and more so they pretend by saying “no comment”.they know but you came out and you will win.I feel so bad when you get criticised but my dear what you planted in Kenya will be remembered by all although i didnt get a prayer shawl but i got a bible form your friend Kirisma .Sit down take a deep breath and pray ,i dont know what to say about weeks but i know he did you wrong .You will come out strong babe.come to Kenya we want you and we neeed your word and you . I believe you will be healed after ministering to us.You need us Juanita we are the people that love you for real no matter, what we are by your side.We want you happy we want you to do the good work God has given you.Remember God loves you, Kenya loves you, Africa loves and needs you.You are our Hero.Babe i am crying with you and it hurts me so bad but please forgive him and thank God for the time you spent with him and let his will be done in your precious life.Dont let negative comments put you down.Come to us we need and love you.Come even if its just for a week and i believe you will see how much work you still need to do .Dont give up , no way babe , i love you Mum , you planted something in me and i know i am changed and love God because God sent you to Kenya some time back just for us.I love you , i love you we love and we need you.I am dedicating Mariah Careys song “HERO” to you.i love you and its from my heart. thank you.God bless you i will pray for you .You were called by God never doubt that coz no devil can make one speak like you do , its only God . BIG HUGS AND WARM WISHES from linda in Kenya
I LOVE YOU JUANITA BYNUM AND I DONT CARE WHAT PEOPLE SAY OR THINK TO ME YOU HAVE ALWAYS BEEN MY HERO.
Mum Juanita please i am begging you and kindly requesting you to please never let the thought of suicide cross your mind .You were so in love with thomas , yes it hurts bad its not worth taking your life at all , its not WORTH, oh my dear im crying again but all will be well mum, all will be fine and you know very well God puts you through somthing to put you somewhere and in all we should be thankful , those are just trials but i assure you i will forever be by your side nomatter what. i love you and once again Kenya loves you , Africa loves you and i love you more , come to us.
People please we have choices in life, and you live yours the way you like. Juanita Bynum do not want to stay in a unhappy marriage. The man was and is way over the top. He tried to destory this woman life and her ministry. She choose to leave and take the high road. Juanita has never slander Weeks are attacked his character. I no she has some very good juice she could tell on him, because of the type of woman she is in christ she will take it to her grave. Love do not slander or hurt. Juanita is a true woman in christ, and she will always be in ministry. God made her name great and he will keep it great.
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