Sarah Jakes Roberts offers an update after her father suffered a medical emergency

Bishop TD Jakes is on the road to recovery.

The renowned evangelist suffered a medical crisis while delivering a sermon at The Potter’s House in Dallas on Sunday. The incident was captured on a live broadcast from the church and because it happened, when the seated bishop’s words fell silent and he dropped the microphone, he was surrounded by his team who instructed the faithful to hope. Medical staff were called. But in keeping with the House of Potter, he’s doing well after the scary moment.

“During today’s service, Bishop TD Jakes experienced a minor health issue and received immediate medical attention following his hour-long message,” noted the message issued on November 24. “Bishop Jakes is stable and under medical care. The entire Potter’s House family is grateful for the outpouring of love, prayers and support from the community. Thank you for your understanding and continued prayers.”

In addition to the megachurch’s message, the bishop’s daughter Sarah Jakes Roberts and her husband Toure’ Roberts, each pastors, also shared a video message letting followers know the way the beloved figure is doing and thanking them for the outpouring of affection.

“First of all, we want to thank you for your prayers, concern and support. It was truly a blessing,” she said. She said she feels positive, and Toure says she’s on the road again.

“We’re trying to get him to sit down. He is the strong bishop we know,” he said. “But we really can’t thank you enough for your prayers, for your intercession, for all your kind words.”

In addition to telling everyone to proceed to hope for Bishop Jakes and sharing encouraging words, Sarah also highlighted how this experience before the vacation season was a reminder to be glad about your people.

“I’m very grateful that his condition is already beginning to improve. “I think it’s just a reminder, even during the holiday season, that we need to love the people that are near and dear to us and just take time to be grateful for all the people that God has given us.”

We hope for Bishop Jakes’ continued speedy recovery.