Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2020
Israeli proselytizing violation
Israel's communications authorities warned that GOD TV's Israeli affiliate might breach laws restricting proselytizing. Regulators later determined that it violated those rules and ordered the channel off Israeli airspace.
2015
Criticism over LGBT-related preaching
Pride in Plymouth and Plymouth Humanists criticized GOD TV for inviting Andrew Wommack to an annual gathering, arguing that the appearance promoted discrimination against LGBT people. The network has also carried material from organizations criticized for promoting conversion therapy.
2014
Rory Alec resignation and leadership controversy
GOD TV announced that co-founder and chief executive Rory Alec had resigned because of what it described as moral failure. The subsequent divorce of Rory and Wendy Alec added to the public attention surrounding the leadership transition.
2009
Dispute over Negev planting project
Human-rights groups criticized GOD TV's partnership with the Jewish National Fund, claiming that the tree-planting project could contribute to the displacement of Bedouin communities in the Negev.
2008
Controversy surrounding Lakeland Revival programming
The network's extensive coverage of Todd Bentley's Lakeland Revival linked GOD TV with disputed faith-healing claims and New Apostolic Reformation figures.