Who was Jimmy Swaggart, the late, anti-LGBTQ+, disgraced televangelist?
Briefly

Jimmy Swaggart, a prominent televangelist born in 1935, began his ministry with revival meetings before establishing the Family Worship Center and a television ministry. At the height of his success, his organization reached audiences in over 140 countries and generated significant daily income. Swaggart's emotional preaching style drew many followers, and he was known for his recordings and writings. However, a scandal in 1987, involving a photograph with a sex worker, led to public apology and damage to his reputation, although he continued to have an influence on the religious right.
At its peak in the mid-1980s, Jimmy Swaggart Worldwide Ministries had a television presence in more than 140 countries and, along with its Bible college, took in up to half a million dollars a day from donations and sales of Bible courses, gospel music and merchandise.
I have sinned against you, my Lord, and I would ask that your precious blood would wash and cleanse every stain.
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