DAILY DILEMMA: The Pulpit Vs. The Greek House

A viral church debate erupts after Bishop Marvin Winans criticizes Bishop William Murphy and other pastors for joining fraternities, sparking fiery responses from clergy and Divine 9 members alike.

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Bishop Marvin Winans stood at the pulpit and didn’t hold back.
“If your allegiance ain’t to Jesus, you’re on your way to hell,” he declared.
His target? Bishop William Murphy and pastors who joined fraternities.
Murphy had just crossed into Omega Psi Phi.
Winans called it a lie—said the Bible is the only book he needs.
The church crowd shifted in their seats.

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Online, Divine 9 members clutched pearls—and paraphernalia.
Some asked, “Can’t I love Jesus and wear letters?”
Others clapped back: “My frat serves the community and Christ.”
Bishop Talbert Swan fired back, calling Winans’ view unbiblical.
“Don’t add to the Gospel,” he tweeted.
Murphy stayed cool and posted a YouTube video.
“I fear God, not opinions,” he said calmly.
The debate lit up timelines like Sunday morning sermons.
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The conversation continues—on pews, in comments, and at the next probate.

Winans also serves as the Bishop-Elect of Perfecting Fellowship International. His son, Marvin Jr., is also a pastor and leads Perfecting Home Church.

Check the original video in its entirety. Sometimes people feel that things could’ve been taken out of context. Watch Bishop Winans and you decide.