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Another evangelical anti-vaxxer dies of COVID-19

John Fea   |  December 1, 2021

His name is Marcus Lamb.

Here is Michelle Boorstein at The Washington Post:

Marcus Lamb, founder of the large Christian network Daystar, died Tuesday after contracting the coronavirus. Lamb’s network during the pandemic has made the virus a huge focus, calling it a satanic attack that should not be treated with vaccines. He was 64 years old.

Daystar is the second-largest Christian network in the world, according to CBN News, a competitor, reaching 2 billion people worldwide. Its brand is a fluid, modern, charismatic faith, more about general good-vs-evil, miraculous healings and religious freedom than any specific denominational theology.

But during the pandemic, Lamb and his network went in big with anti-vaccine conspiracies, hosting daily interviews with skeptics who talked about dangerous, hidden forces pushing vaccines and stealing Christians’ freedoms. “What if the most dangerous thing your child could face in life is the very thing you’re told by your doctor is safe?” is the headline of “A Hidden Crisis,” about coronavirus vaccines.

“There’s no doubt in my mind that this is a spiritual attack from the enemy,” Lamb’s son, Jonathan, said on the network earlier this month about his father’s covid-19 bout, Relevant magazine reported Tuesday. Talking about the alternative, unfounded treatments his parents promoted, Jonathan Lamb said, “there’s no doubt that the enemy is not happy about that. And he’s doing everything he can to take down my Dad.”

Read the rest here.

Other evangelical leaders responded to his death:

Last night, I sent @DaystarMarcus a prayer that his wife, Joni, said uplifted him. But God’s decisions are His own. Marcus was a grateful soul who now gets to see Jesus face to face! I bet his face is wet with tears of joy! He will be welcomed in heaven but missed on earth. pic.twitter.com/SjTPp9wCew

— T.D. Jakes (@BishopJakes) November 30, 2021

I was shocked to learn today that Marcus Lamb passed away early this morning from complications due to COVID-19. Marcus was the founder of @Daystar, located outside of Dallas. He will be greatly missed. My prayers are with his wife Joni & their children. https://t.co/VKmqeZxJjS

— Franklin Graham (@Franklin_Graham) November 30, 2021

Statement from ORU President Dr. William Wilson on the passing of Daystar founder and president Marcus Lamb. pic.twitter.com/7WcexuNC7W

— OralRobertsU (@OralRobertsU) November 30, 2021

Sorry to hear Marcus Lamb passed away this am-when I was pastor of FBCDallas we were the 1st paid programmer on the new DayStar television network…through the years he has been so faithful to support MissionDignity through the promotion of the Code Book series.Prayer4family

— O S Hawkins (@OSHawkins) November 30, 2021

Let’s pray for Joni Lamb and her wonderful family in the homegoing of Marcus who entered Heaven this morning. The Lambs and @Daystar family have been friends of our family and church for many years. pic.twitter.com/VqcaUnQ10m

— Dr. Robert Jeffress (@robertjeffress) November 30, 2021

So heartbroken over the loss of our dear friend @DaystarMarcus. The impact of his life will carry on forever. Marcus was one of the greatest visionaries and evangelists of our time. @Daystar shares the gospel with over 200 nations and 680 million homes globally every day. pic.twitter.com/luJ1MQZdGz

— Jentezen Franklin (@Jentezen) November 30, 2021

Marcus Lamb was a dear friend & pioneer of the faith. I’m grateful for the privilege of partnering with him on Daystar for 25 years. His legacy will impart blessings & impact the Kingdom of God for years. My prayers are with his family. He will be missed & wholly celebrated. pic.twitter.com/5NeaRSZRej

— Jack Graham (@jackngraham) November 30, 2021

https://t.co/tYrHnr7bEv

— James Robison (@revjamesrobison) November 30, 2021

My friend Marcus Lamb passed away.
A faithful follower of Jesus, a loving husband, a caring father, a Kingdom visionary with a heart for the lost and broken entered God’s presence today. Our prayers accompany Joni, the entire Lamb and Daystar family.

— Samuel Rodriguez (@nhclc) November 30, 2021

It is with a heavy heart that Kendal and I received the report that heaven received another precious soul, and this world lost another warrior for Christ. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lamb and Daystar Family. @Daystar @DaystarMarcus pic.twitter.com/UV3zG2u3mF

— Hagee Ministries (@HageeMinistries) November 30, 2021
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