Prophet Israel Ford Defends Having Two Wives Amid Christian Criticism

Prophet Israel Ford has defended his decision to marry two wives after introducing his second wife to his congregation. Speaking alongside both women, he argued that the biblical instruction for church leaders to be the husband of one wife is often misunderstood. Ford said he is neither a bishop nor a deacon, and that the instruction would apply specifically to those leadership roles. He also said some biblical teachings should be read in their historical and cultural context. He compared the debate to passages instructing women to remain silent in church, adding that critics often dismiss his explanation without considering his interpretation.

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