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Here's Proof Joel Osteen Was Lying About His Church Being Flooded

September 6, 2017 10:04AM

He's turned victims of Hurricane Harvey away.

Televangelist Joel Osteen came under fire after he turned victims of Hurricane Harvey away from his church, claiming that it was flooded. Now, someone posted proof that the Texas pastor lied.

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On Saturday, Lakewood Church officials issued a Facebook statement, explaining that the Houston church—which can accommodate more than 16,000 people—is “inaccessible due to severe flooding.” People were immediately suspicious, considering several photos of the church showed that it was unaffected by the flood waters.

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Houston's @indivisible_usa is acquainted with @JoelOsteen's Lakewood Church. They took these pics about an hour ago w/ commentary. pic.twitter.com/YTWrD9UG1z

— Charles Clymér🏳️‍🌈 (@cmclymer) August 28, 2017

"Houston's @indivisible_usa is acquainted with @JoelOsteen's Lakewood Church," writer Charles Clymer posted to Twitter. "They took these pics about an hour ago w/ commentary." In the photos, you can see that the church hasn't been flooded.

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Now, one Houston resident is providing even more proof that the church is dry and able to welcome hurricane victims. "See this, this is Lakewood," he says in the clip. "I'm in the front of the church." He points out that the church is higher than the freeway, which cars are able to drive on. "See the inside?" he says, pointing the camera inside the church. "It's dry."

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You’re a son, a daughter of the Most High God! Download Joel's new podcast "A Son Mentality" by clicking the link in bio. #JoelOsteenPodcast

A post shared by Joel Osteen (@joelosteen) on Aug 24, 2017 at 10:37am PDT

Osteen previously released a statement to ABC News, explaining that he's not turning anyone away, and that the church would be "prepared to house people once shelters reach capacity."

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By ourselves we’re strong, but together, we’re unstoppable. Click the link in our bio to listen, “Better Together”. #JoelOsteenPodcast

A post shared by Joel Osteen (@joelosteen) on Aug 17, 2017 at 2:59pm PDT

"We have never closed our doors. We will continue to be a distribution center for those in need," the statement continues. "Lakewood will be a value to the community in the aftermath of this storm in helping our fellow citizens rebuild their lives."

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I sat down recently with my friend @Oprah to talk about The Power of I Am, two words that will change your life. Check out @SuperSoul Sunday tomorrow at 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. ET/PT on @owntv

A post shared by Joel Osteen (@joelosteen) on Mar 26, 2016 at 12:42pm PDT

What do you think about Joel keeping the church closed for now? Let us know in the comments section.

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