T.D. Jakes

Thomas Dexter Jakes Sr. is a pastor based in America. He is the Bishop of Potter House and is very famous for his preaching about God and life. Besides being a pastor, he is also a writer and a filmmaker. His sermons, books, and movies have brought many lost men and women right back on the excellent track. We share more about his personal life and achievements here.

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Biography and Early Life 

Jakes was born in “South Charleston, West Virginia,” on 9 June 1957. His family was African-American. Odith Jakes, his father, was an entrepreneur and a businessman, and his mother, Ernest, Sr., was an educator. Jakes was raised in Vandalia, and he used to go to the local churches for prayers.

Jakes was the youngest of three children in the community and was called “the Bible boy.” Unfortunately, Jakes’s father died when he was only ten years old due to kidney failure, and his mother raised him until 1973, the day of her death. He had to work in many industries as a teenager. Besides, he started giving biblical messages in his local churches.

Age, Height, Weight & Body Measurement

So, how old is T. D. Jakes in 2021 and what is his height and weight? Well, T. D. Jakes’s age is 64 years old as of today’s date 2nd August 2021 having been born on 9 June 1957. Though, he is 6′ 2″ in feet and inches and 190 cm in Centimetres tall, he weighs about 176.3lbs in Pound and 80kg in Kilograms.

Education

Jakes had joined the West Virginia State University, but he had to drop out due to financial problems. Then, he took the job of “Union carbide ” in his locality. Jakes took correspondence courses to finish his education. He graduated with his MA in 1990 and then went for “D.M. in Religious Studies.” He started ministries on television, and it achieved great fame and success.

Personal Life: Dating, Girlfriends, Wife, Kids

Jakes coincided with Serita Jamison and ultimately espoused her in 1981 at 24 years old. Since their marriage day, the couple confronted the ups and downs of coupled life without division plans. They both have been very dedicated to each other. His lady upholds the position of ” the First Lady of his church.” Having cinema experience and mass presentation talents , she has always labored adjacent to her husband in all the ventures he’s stepped his foot in.

The generous couple has five children, and they gave birth to 3 sons and two daughters. Some controversies have inundated his children. The eldest son Jermaine was exposed to a sex-wound movement directed by local police. Jermaine is rumored to be his step-son, but little is known about him.

His girl, Sarah, who was gestating at the age of 15, unmarried her man in 2012 and is now operating the “Women’s Ministry of the church in Dallas.” Her exercises are well known among the populace. It appears that due to his busy schedule and services towards society, he was not able to pay much attention to his kids, especially his two elder sons.

Despite both sons falling into the path of outlaws, the parents have been kind enough to stand by them and support them whenever possible. They always have an open door when their boys decide to walk the path of righteousness. Jakes has moved his attention more toward his family and was heavily involved in his second daughter’s marriage.

Is T. D. Jakes Gay? 

No, Jake is not gay. He is a straight person. He is currently married to Serita Jakes, and they have been married since 1982. The couple has five children together, namely “Sarah Jakes Roberts,” “Cora Jakes Coleman,” “Jermaine Jakes,” “Thomas Jakes, Jr.,” and “Jamar Jakes.” Thus, it can be seen that he is a heterosexual, much like 93% percent of the world’s men population.

Professional Career 

Jakes initially received a post at the Union Carbide in his local region and also furthered preaching the bible in his other time. In 1982, he mellowed into the “Greater Emanuel Faith temple” Besides, he started a ministry on radio, The Master’s Plan. He was later appointed as a pastor of the “Higher Ground Assembly.” Jakes also began the television ministry called “Get Ready.”

It is displayed on “Black Entertainment Television” and the “Trinity Broadcasting Network.” T. D. Jakes has also purchased Eagle’s Nest Church’s former facilities. The Potter’s House has grown to a gathering of 30,000. In 2015, Jakes became the toastmaster of ‘T.D. Jakes’.

Some of Jakes’ writings include ‘Loved by,’ ‘Intimacy With God,’ ‘Loose That Man And Let Him Go,’ ‘Reposition Yourself: Living a Life Without Limits,’ ‘Lay Aside the Weight,’ ‘Overcoming the Enemy,’ ‘Destiny: Step Into Your Purpose,’ and ‘Soar!: Build Your Vision from the Ground Up’ and many more

Awards and achievements 

Owing to his talents and skills, Jakes has been awarded many times. Some of them include “Best Gospel” for his contribution to T.V., “Grammy Award” for the song ‘A-wing and prayer’ in the category of “best gospel album.” He has also been conferred 13 privileged distinctions and doctorates.

Net Worth, Salary & Earnings of ‘T. D. Jakes in August 2021 

As of 2021, Jakes is believed to have an estimated net worth of $25 million. He has amassed such fabulous through strong determination and hard work while working in churches as an author and filmmaker. His current house valuation is around $1.7 million.

Another of his property’s net worth is approximately $2.6 million. The property is a pink-colored brick house with many garages. Besides, Jakes is a fabulous writer. He has authored six national best-selling books on religion and sold over one million copies of the same since 1993.

Some Interesting Facts You Need To Know 

1. Due to his lousy lisp, he was abused verbally he could never preach or talk in congregations.
2. Jake plays piano.

Bishop TD Jakes is one of the most prominent voices in America. His speeches, writings, musicography, dramas, cinemas, interviews, and celebrations have ignited millions’ hearts and minds. “T. D. Jakes.COM” stretches its inspirational purpose by distributing insightful, enlightening, and valuable content to motivate readers to live a life marked by enthusiasm, strength, intuition, fullness, tenderness, and faith.

1. M.E. April 22, 2021 at 10:04 pm