Bethel Church places Pastor Ben Armstrong on leave after former student alleges clergy sexual abuse

Leaders at Bethel Church announced Sunday that Ben Armstrong, the Prophetic Ministry director at the church and former BSSM Revival Group pastor, has been placed on administrative leave following the release of a YouTube video in which a former student publicly alleges clergy sexual abuse dating back to 2009. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  View this email in a browser Sponsored by: Hallow February 21, 2026 Bethel Church places Pastor Ben Armstrong on leave after former student alleges clergy sexual abuse Bethel Church places Pastor Ben Armstrong on leave after former student alleges clergy sexual abuse Read More A message from Hallow Starting Ash Wednesday, February 18, join Hallow's 40-day prayer challenge, The Return, to come home to our Lord with daily prayer and meditation. Pray every day leading up to Easter alongside millions of others around the world, guided by Jonathan Roumie. Download Hallow, the #1 prayer app in the world today, and for a limited time this Lent, get 3 Months Free to join the challenge and build a daily habit of prayer. Redeem 3 Months Free Redeem 3 Months Free Court hears case of female student facing 10 years in prison for 'transphobic' social media post Read More 5 interesting facts about Ash Wednesday, Lent Read More Tucker Carlson alleges mistreatment, detention by Israeli officials after spending several hours in Ben Gurion Airport for Huckabee interview Read More Top 3 Hillary Clinton moments at Munich Security Conference: 'Disruptive and destabilizing' Read More A message from TIBO The Titanium Cutting Board That Protects You From Harmful Bacteria & Microplastics TIBO is a revolutionary titanium cutting board that eliminates bacteria & microplastics while keeping your knives sharp. Plus, it includes a garlic grater and dual surfaces for easy meal prep. It’s the last cutting board you’ll ever need! Learn more › 5 highlights from Wes Huff's interview with Shawn Ryan about suffering, giants and Dead Sea Scrolls Read More New ransom note in Nancy Guthrie case graphically details consequences of not meeting demands Read More CP Recommends Boubakar’s story: Joy despite disability. In the quiet village of Taif Thiekene in Senegal’s Kaffrine region, seven-year-old Boubakar and his 15-year-old sister Mariama have grown up facing both physical challenges and social barriers. Boubakar was born with a disability, and Mariama walks with bowed legs after fractures as a baby that were never treated by medical professionals. Read More U.S. Returning to a Gold-Standard? Appears We Are Preparing… Rumors of a U.S. gold-backed dollar are swirling. See the huge benefits the U.S. would gain— what that means to you. Central banks and financial giants are buying gold at all-time highs—12.5 million ounces moved to the U.S. since Nov 2024. Read now… Learn More Stop losing visitors to your competitors. Being hidden on Google results in 40% less growth for your site. Our team can really help you reach Page One and win over competitors in 2026. Sign up for your free audit and consultation to secure your 2026 growth. Request Now › *This is sponsored content And, that's a wrap See you next week. - CP Editors To unsubscribe or change your newsletter preferences, click here.    Donate | Latest News | Podcasts | Events | Advertising | Shop | Subscribe The Christian Post 6200 2nd Street NW, Washington, DC 20011, United States Copyright ©2026  The Christian Post, INC. All rights reserved