False Teacher

Creflo Dollar

Word of Faith heretic and 'little gods' prosperity preacher

Biography

Creflo Dollar is an American televangelist and pastor of World Changers Church International in Atlanta, Georgia.

He is a prominent figure in the Word of Faith movement, teaching that believers are 'little gods' with the same nature as God. He infamously asked his congregation to fund a $65 million private jet and lives a lavish lifestyle while promoting prosperity theology.

Biblical Assessment

Every preacher is tested against our 5-point biblical framework. Here's how Creflo Dollar measures up:

Title & Authority

VERDICT: FAIL

Self-appointed apostle and teacher. Claims divine authority for his prosperity teachings without biblical ordination or accountability.

Scripture:

2 Corinthians 11:13-15, Matthew 7:15, 2 Peter 2:1

Gospel Message

VERDICT: FAIL

Teaches the 'little gods' doctrine — that believers are gods with the same nature as God. Preaches a prosperity gospel that equates faith with financial gain.

Scripture:

Isaiah 45:5, Galatians 1:6-9, Romans 1:25

Fruit & Lifestyle

VERDICT: FAIL

Lives in extreme luxury including multiple Rolls-Royces, mansions, and private jets. Asked congregation for $65 million for a Gulfstream G650 jet.

Scripture:

1 Timothy 6:9-10, James 5:1-6, Matthew 6:24

Revelation vs. Scripture

VERDICT: FAIL

Claims personal revelation from God that contradicts Scripture. Elevates Word of Faith teachings and personal prophecy above biblical authority.

Scripture:

Revelation 22:18-19, Deuteronomy 18:20-22, Galatians 1:8

Finances & Transparency

VERDICT: FAIL

Refuses financial accountability. Lives extravagantly while teaching followers to 'sow seed' for financial blessing. The $65 million jet request epitomizes his greed.

Scripture:

2 Peter 2:3, Acts 8:18-23, 1 Timothy 6:10

Key Quotes

These statements from Creflo Dollar reveal doctrinal error.

"Everything that prays to God is a god... I said, everything that prays to God is a god."

— Creflo Dollar

Violates: Isaiah 45:5, Romans 1:25, Psalm 82:6-7

Source: Our Equality with God, World Changers Church International, 2002

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"If horses get together, they produce what? Horses. If dogs get together, they produce what? Dogs. So if the Godhead says 'Let Us make man in Our image'... what are they producing? Gods!"

— Creflo Dollar

Violates: Isaiah 43:10, Genesis 1:27, Ezekiel 28:2

Source: Made After His Kind sermon, World Changers Church International

"I'm going to say to you right now, you are gods, little g. You came from God and you are gods. You are not just human. The only human part about you is this physical body."

— Creflo Dollar

Violates: Isaiah 45:5, John 10:34-35, 1 Corinthians 8:5-6

Source: World Changers Church International broadcast

"Jesus didn't come as God, He came as a man, and He did not come perfect."

— Creflo Dollar

Violates: Colossians 2:9, Hebrews 4:15, John 1:1-14

Source: World Changers Church International teaching

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Creflo Dollar a false teacher?

Yes. Based on our 5-point biblical framework, Creflo Dollar is assessed as a False Teacher. They fail 5 of 5 biblical tests. Word of Faith heretic and 'little gods' prosperity preacher.

What does Creflo Dollar teach?

Creflo Dollar is an American televangelist and pastor of World Changers Church International in Atlanta, Georgia.

What is the biblical assessment of Creflo Dollar?

Creflo Dollar is evaluated using our 5-point biblical discernment framework: (1) Title & Authority, (2) Gospel Message, (3) Fruit & Lifestyle, (4) Revelation vs. Scripture, (5) Finances & Transparency. Result: 0 pass, 5 fail. Status: False Teacher.

Where is Creflo Dollar from?

Creflo Dollar is from United States. For more preachers from United States, visit our country page.

Sources & References

All assessments are based on verifiable, publicly available sources:

•World Changers Church International sermons and broadcasts
•Our Equality with God (2002)
•Made After His Kind sermon
•Creflo Dollar Ministries publications
•Investigative journalism on finances
•Public fundraising appeals

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