Summary of eRumor:
Pastor T.D. Jakes, a prominent minister from Texas, was called to Washington D.C. to meet with President Bush.  When he returned, he told his congregation that he couldn't reveal what the president had told him, but he warned that they should stock up on bottled water, canned foods, and nonperishable food items.  He said that when war breaks out, it will be a chemical war.
 

The Truth:
According to his office at The Potter's House in Dallas, Pastor Jakes did meet with the president on September 20, just before Mr. Bush addressed Congress.  It was not just the two of them.  There were leaders from a variety of faiths in the meeting.  In a statement, Pastor Jakes said he did encourage the congregation to be prepared for emergencies by having food and water supplies on hand.  A spokesperson for Pastor Jakes said he did not mention chemical weapons or war. 

For another perspective, go to Max Lucado's version of the meeting.

I got a phone call this evening from a real good friend of mine. 

He has a friend who attends Bishop T. D. Jakes' church in Dallas TX.     

Anyway, President Bush contacted Bishop Jakes and wanted to meet   with him. Bishop Jakes flew to D.C., met with President Bush and had this to report to his congregation.  He said he couldn't disclose the information the President shared with him, but he warned his congregation and told them to contact as many family members and friends they could and let them know to stock up on bottled water, canned foods, and nonperishable food items.   

The war, when it breaks out, will be a chemical war that will effect our water system, electricity and crops.  So, I'm sending out this email message to everyone in my address book and encourage you to spread the word.   

I know when the media gets hold of this, the supermarkets will have     problems keeping their shelves stocked.  Also, please remember to pray. It's a shame that it took the tragedy of the 11th to bring this nation back to God. But the scripture still says, "If my people, that are called by my name will humble   themselves and  pray, and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven   and will forgive their sins and heal their lands."  As a nation, we have turned our backs on God. We've taken it for granted that we get up every morning and go about our busy work schedules and don't even acknowledge him, except for times of trouble.  

 And also remember that even in the midst of this, God is still in   control.     Be blessed.  
          

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