VIEW THE AMBASSADOR'S VIDEO STATEMENT

We just received this official statement from The Ambassador's management. Please take the time to read it in its entirety and hear his heart.

If you're in the NYC area, join The Ambassador on Friday, April 9, 2010 at the Youth Explosion Aftershock as Pastor Chris Durso interviews him live.  The event begins at 7pm and the doors open at 6pm EST. If you can't make it, you can watch it right here on DaSouth.com. The LIVE stream will begin at 7pm.  Details below:

OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM THE AMBASSADOR

First I want to thank everyone for your understanding, mercy and grace while my family and I worked on rebuilding our marriage and reconciliation. From the very beginning, I have wanted to communicate with you. However following the advice of the church leadership, and others to whom I entrusted my restoration, I remained silent.

Back in late April 2009, the Lord exposed me and consequently delivered me from being entangled in a season of willful disobedience, deception and darkness. I was involved in a non-sexual but very inappropriate relationship with a woman other than my wife, thereby betraying my Lord, my wife, family, Epiphany Fellowship (the church I love and was instrumental in founding) my co-laborers and ministry supporters like you.

It has often been suggested that no genuine Christian can willfully sin habitually for a prolonged period (1 John 3:6). And that those who do sin cannot do so without some sense of great conviction and internal disturbance. My life is a personal witness to this statement, as I for several months battled great depression, gradual and graphic spiritual deterioration.  However, it indeed was God’s mercy that exposed me, breaking sin’s enslaving grip on me. It was also His mercy which used that to lead me to experience what David did when Nathan revealed that the “gig was up” and said, “You are the man!” (2 Samuel 12:7).

Like David, I instantly knew that, “I have sinned against the Lord” (2 Samuel 12:13). I was crushed by an enormous weight of guilt, shame, fear and sorrow, and I knew that the journey back to “ground zero” would be insanely difficult.  Even to this day, I wrestle with that shame from time to time, but I also know there is one place I can turn—the gospel! I have to continually contradict my feelings and believe the rest of 2 Samuel 12:13, “The Lord also has put away your sin; you shall not die.”

After nearly a year of retreat, rehabilitation and intense family focus, God’s grace has me reset on a trajectory toward spiritual wholeness. Like Paul the great apostle I admit, “Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect…” “But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 3:12-14). God’s grace is teaching me that I am not supposed to attempt to “work” my way back to some supposed level of super-spirituality and then come out feeling “qualified.” But I am to recognize that I am never “sufficient in myself,” but “our sufficiency is from God” (2 Corinthians 3:5). As someone once said “He doesn’t call the qualified, but rather qualifies the called.”  I am deeply comforted by this gospel truth and equally dependant on its reality. Without this comforting and affirming word, I might never have come back to the service of our Lord.

So I say now, what I believed then—I sinned greatly against the Lord Jesus, my wife and family, the other woman and her family, my church, and all my ministry co-laborers and supporters.  I ask you to forgive me for being a prime example of the spiritual leaders I have often “put on blast” in the past, and further reinforcing the notion that the church is full of hypocrites. Forgive me for how my actions have caused many to be confused and insecure about the faith, and brought disruption to the peace of homes, churches, and ministries. May God give you the grace and the ability to forgive me, “as I have received the Lord’s forgiveness” (Colossians 3:13). By God’s grace, many that I have offended have forgiven me, most notably, my wife and kids. Pray that the Lord will continue to permit us to build on this foundation that will give the Lord Jesus Christ the greatest glory.

This has been an extremely painful time and now I accept the fact that although God’s grace is based on the merit of Christ and not my own performance, favor with man (Luke 2:52) must be gained through consistency over time. All I ask is for the opportunity to get started!

I have spent the past ten months in concentrated prayer, counseling, reading, studying, and fellowshipping with saints, and I am committed to diligently continuing on this course.  Unfortunately, the sin has taken a toll and has created some unpleasant consequences. Among many, the one that particularly grieves me is the separation from my church. With regard to the Epiphany Fellowship, I will not be permitted by the leadership to continue in covenant fellowship. This decision brings me much grief. However I trust the Lord Jesus Christ to heal my heart and that of my family and the covenant community.

After all this I have so much more tenderness toward the “fallen,” and an appreciation for the glory of a gospel that is so easily preached but not as easily applied. Lord permitting, I plan to proclaim the gospel with even greater passion than ever before and herald its liberating truth wherever the Lord will allow. The plan is also to musically represent the Lord Jesus so that the “fall of Ambassador” will not end with a period, but rather, with a comma. As you may or may not know Cross Movement the group had retired but as a soloist I was planning to continue as long as the Lord Jesus would provide grace. The release of my third solo album The Chop Chop actually fulfilled my contractual obligation with Cross Movement Records, so now as The Ambassador I’m trusting the Lord for new direction and for what lies ahead.

My experiences during this time of seclusion and obscurity have indeed been very challenging. And, I’m still not clear on all the things that the Lord has been doing. But I plan to leverage every lesson learned and every insight gleaned for the glory of God and the benefit of others.

Since the very beginning, I have been under the care of a restoration team led by Pastors Byron Craig of Macedonia Baptist Church (Norristown, PA) and Zach Ritvalski of Sweet Union Baptist Church (Philadelphia, PA).  They have given me the “green light” to move forward in serving the Lord Jesus Christ publically. My wife has also given her blessings and support to this decision. Therefore The UpLift! Group and I are actively seeking God’s direction for new opportunities to honor the name of Jesus Christ.

The nature of my call to be an aroma of Christ (2 Corinthians 2:15), a minister of reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18), and his ambassador (2 Corinthians 5:20), compels me to reengage my generation and “proclaim the excellencies of Him who called you (me) out of darkness into his marvelous light” (1 Peter 2:9).  This experience has taught me many things but one that will always stand out and I hope to become the embodiment of is God’s grace and mercy is more than sufficient.

William “The Ambassador” Branch
www.theambassadoronline.com
www.myspace.com/upliftagency

No Judgement
written by Riaan, April 09, 2010

Noone can point a finger. I'm glad that you're out of that situation and back on track, not for my or other people's sake...

Your music is TITE!!!!!!!! I'm dissappointed the Crossmovement is a group anymore... but you guys should get together once more to come tour South Africa.

WOW
written by Just para-DOX (of Secta 7), April 08, 2010

I'm am thankful ambassador asked for our forgivness... it became a public matter when it was made public so a public apology is fitting. Ambassador seems to have taken this seriously... as for the the details whose right, whose wrong... only God can judge... I'm not intimately involved but I appreciate Ambassador asking for our forgiveness and that we should give... as for those hurt and involved they know and need to work it out with God and each other... this doesn't need to be a public spectacle or trial... lets accepts his apology and move on... leave the rest to God to work out...

People try to be judge and punisher too much live that job to God

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written by djdesignz, April 08, 2010

Sometimes, I believe we're so focused on the enemy without, that consequently we fail to come to grips with the enemy within! Would spilling all the details of a fall be a help? Maybe... maybe not!

Temptation is a product of OUR lust (James 1:14). A "mature" believer has to knowingly push past some things, (namely the Spirit of God) and doesn't arrive entangled and continuing in sin "unawares". My point is, we can KNOW what to avoid (the Bible makes that clear) and STILL choose to engage! It depends... on how bad WE want it, because being a hearer of the Word doesn't automagically make us a doer of the Word.

What God desires and what we desire are not always synonymous and our desire for things in this world make us EASY targets of our enemy. Jesus said in John 14:30 "I will not speak much more with you, for the ruler of the world is coming, and he has nothing in Me; and in Mark 7:21-23 21 "For from within, out of the heart of men, proceed the evil thoughts, fornications, thefts, murders, adulteries, 22 deeds of coveting and wickedness, as well as deceit, sensuality, envy, slander, pride and foolishness. 23 "All these evil things proceed from within and defile the man."

What is the "nothing in me"? WE must take possession of that nothingness, and allow the Spirit of God to have FULL control of our heart if we don't want to become a victim of the ruler of this world.

Jus my thoughts!

I Ain't Nobody!

Zach, Sane CHUK, I'm not AMBA, but maybe I can help...
written by Bear Malcolm, April 08, 2010

Zach:

I can see where the incompleteness of the explanation
in your eyescan be perceived as a stumbling block of your own, but I don't agree with that point.

You and I are not called to follow AMBASSADOR or any other man. We follow CHRIST. He can teach you to "not fall into the same situations he did."
CHUK:

You say you "feel like the way your situation could be helpful to the body is if you EXPLAIN how it is that a man of your caliber, was compromised by the EVER crafty wiles of Satan (the roaring lion seeking whom he may devour)."

He's a man

1) Exactly what happened, how where you lured in. What are the things I can do in my ministry to avoid such mistakes and mishaps.

I don't know, or care to know, his situation, but I'll tell you what happened to me. Before I was saved (I thought I was but was not growing at all) I had an "emotional affair" with a lady I worked with. We'd text each other and hang out in school alone on our preparation periods (I teach). I was spending intimate (not sexual, but emotionally intimate) time with this woman that I was not giving my wife. The key I had to avoid that: don't spend time alone with a woman not your wife--big ups OSparks for beating me to that.

2) What are some of the little details and mindsets that you where in surrounding your fall. What was your prayer life like, what where your outlooks. Any details would be helpful.

As I said, I thought I was saved. Prayer life was abysmal, I was GM with it--calling only when I needed a bailout. Never read the word. I knew a lot of it, because I was a Sunday school superstar, but I applied very little. Realize that I am in no way implying AMBA was not saved, and that's where the analogy of our situations breaks down. But I ultimately don't think that his cautionary tale as a book or movie would do you anymore good than that of the many saints who fall in similar ways daily (it's all filthy to GOD). At least I mean it may do you a lot more harm than good, the way we are sinning on this site while discussing it.

Yahshua Saves
written by Joseph, April 07, 2010

Hebrews 6

1Therefore leaving the principles of the doctrine of Christ, let us go on unto perfection; not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works, and of faith toward God,

2Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment.

3And this will we do, if God permit.

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written by Darrell Mitchell, April 07, 2010

"He doesn't call the qualified, but qualifies the called".... That's good stuff...Ima take that one with me.

Much love bro, aint nobody who's been talkin down on this situation any different. None of us deserve any bit of what the Lord has so graciously given to us over these years. I stand behind you 100%. I won't even begin to act like i've been any better or I haven't been in worse positions.

Glad that this experience brings a clearer and more passionate drive and understanding to your ministry. It aint like the Lord aint know any of this, everyday you wake up is another day He's got something planned. Keep on keepin' on brotha...

Partially agree with Sane CHUK
written by Zach, April 07, 2010

I don't think we are owned an explanation, but I do think if Ambassador wants to reflect Christ he could help tons of others in the same situation.

Then again, I have struggle with sins that if I admitted to my whole high school, I would have no opportunity to be a witness to the lost or reach certain people. Plus a lot of random situations would arise that would hurt the kingdom more then help it. Keeping these things under wraps is a good thing, sometimes. I wish I knew when it was good and when it wasn't. But I do think that it is very possible that this should be sharable information, and that Ambassador needs to humble himself and be COMPLETELY straight with us. It would help us not fall into the same situations he did. I will post the quote from Sane CHUK

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I feel like the way your situation could be helpful to the body is if you EXPLAIN how it is that a man of your caliber, was compromised by the EVER crafty wiles of Satan (the roaring lion seeking whom he may devour). I don't feel like your situation is vain and that you are a failure in any way. I feel like your situation could be vain if men such as myself cannot learn from your mistakes and your battle wounds.

1) Exactly what happened, how where you lured in. What are the things I can do in my ministry to avoid such mistakes and mishaps.

2) What are some of the little details and mindsets that you where in surrounding your fall. What was your prayer life like, what where your outlooks. Any details would be helpful.

I feel like you are an apostle to this generation and that you have lead the way for thousands of ministers, if you become very intimate with us reguarding this situation, I feel you could prevent thousands of other situation that could end up the same. "

I think, I'm pretty sure, I agree.

LOVE
written by PASTOR, April 07, 2010

Much LOVE AMBA! I dont care what you did, you aint got to explain nuffin man...aint nobody up on this board without spot or blemish...glad to see you back yo!!!

Two Words: Tiger..... Woods, Low-rated comment [Show]

BLOOD BOUGHT MASSIVE
written by gary, April 07, 2010

My brutha in Christ it brings joy to me an the massive's in the concrete jungle to read the news of your restoration...I pray that you will be even more mightier in Christ from a spirtual stand point..

God will always forgive sin if you turn in penitence to Him, confess your sins, and resolve to walk in His ways again. If God under the Old Covenant could forgive David for adultery and murder ( 2 Samuel 12:13), then God certainly will forgive you under the New Covenant of the blood of Christ. Jesus is a merciful High Priest ( Hebrews 2:17).

Also, Jesus taught us to ask for forgiveness of sins when we pray to God ( Luke 11:4). Do you think that He would tell us to ask for forgiveness if He wasn't willing to grant forgiveness? The only condition that we have to worry about in receiving forgiveness from God is that we are willing to forgive those who sin against us. God is not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance ( 2 Peter 3:9).

Keep on keeping Duece our father JESUS have a unfinished job for your to do...my prayes are you and your family...

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written by ivan, April 07, 2010

AMBA!!!!!AMBA!!!!! IM HAPPY YOUR DOIN GOOD. . I THINK YOU GONA COMEOUT SHINEING HARD OUT THE FIRE. .
KEEP UP THAT WORK . .

On the pressing manner...
written by Tevon Wheeler, April 07, 2010

I am SOOOOOO ecstatic to hear this and to know that God's Grace is Sufficient!!!! I am thrilled to see our brother is back and in it for the long haul. My family & I will continue to lift you up, and congrats on the restoration!!!
"...'for this my son was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found!' And they began to be merry"
Luke 15:24

@clwill75
written by Tevon Wheeler, April 07, 2010

I was wondering the same thing in regards to your #4, but i think your leave at least one option out as far as that goes (i do recognize this as speculation, but it is not hateful speculation , so everybody relax with the negative marks)...
It could be that out of respect and concern for the other party involved, the Branch Family decided to remove themselves from Epiphany. This way 1)there would be no room for a second offense 2)the other party will remain anonymous and therefore continue to grow and become mature. These are just two points that I can think of, IF that was the manner by which this decision was made.
We have to remember that families are involved and as a result of that, human emotions can sometimes hinder us from worshipping our Heavenly Father freely. With Ambassador being one of spiritual maturity, he probably met with the leadership of Epiphany, along with his family & the other family, to discuss how he would be reinstated, and they came up with this, for protection of not only the families involved, but also the flock.
If you know them personally or have heard any of their sermons, you would know that Ambassador and Pastor Mason we're not only co-laborers, they were close friends, comrades, brothers. I seriously don't think that he just got booted out like we are prone to believe, nor do i believe that Ambassador would play around with this, knowing all that he had to go through to get to this place of restoration.
Anyway, that's just my two cents. Again, I do know that what I typed is purely speculation, seeing as I was not there (even if i was, i wouldn't say anything out of pure respect and love for all those involved). This is not a diss on clwill75, nor am I trying to argue with anyone ( i think we as believers do enough of that as it is). Just offering my opinion and a different perception/viewpoint on the matter.
Grace & Peace, Fam

Yahshua Saves
written by Joseph, April 07, 2010

Okay lets see I believe that it is bigger than HIP Hop for sure. Ambassador came out against G Craig along with da Truth and even though i disagree with G Craig's demon talk deliverance session that led to his first videotapes I recognize what he is bringing to the table a needed rebuke of gospel artist gone wild.....This generation dont need that old time church model that everyone wants to copy but nobody wants to line up with the WORD. The One Man show is over but sad to say church rappers will continue to bow down to this manmade system of accountablity...Family Family Family in the name of Yahshua Wake Up I hope and Pray Ambassador has ....This is a tight show by Brother Alex Alex Pagani..

Preach Dat Fire Yes this is Fire Fake saints will bury there head on this one whats Up Hollywood Holly remember 5040 Va Beach its P

http://hollafestradio.blogspot...ywood.html

Ambassador is Breakin of Biblical Knowledge
written by Justin, April 07, 2010

Yo, I didnt even read all of the letter but Ambassador is breakin of some serious scriptures. He got that word in him burnin'. Glad to see he is taking care of business. KEEP THE FAITH, AMBASSADOR! THE BODY OF CHIRST CONTINUES TO SHOW YOU LOVE!
(P.S. YOU GUYS NEED TO LISTEN TO AMBASSODR'S VERSE IN "TALK A LOT" ON CHOP CHOP ALBUM. CHECK THE SIMILARITES IN THE SONG AND APOLOGY)

@clwill75
written by Tony Timberlake, April 07, 2010

I'm talking about this "false-repentance" gossip.

If he hasn't the Lord will deal with him, stop tryna play the judge folks.

@clwill75
written by Tony Timberlake, April 07, 2010

who admitted?

@ Tony Timberlake
written by clwill75, April 07, 2010

He already admitted it

how about this
written by Tony Timberlake, April 07, 2010

we keep our mouths shut about things wee are not first hand witnesses of...

1 Tim. 5:19 Do not listen to an accusation against an elder unless it is CONFIRMED by two or three witnesses.

Praise God!
written by Chuks, April 07, 2010

I'm really glad you're back, Amba. I'm happy that you cleared the romours spreading around too. You were one of the first HHH rappers I heard...and just listening to your lyrics and seeing how you dressed really encouraged me in the early days of my walk with God. (I would often think, "this dude dresses like these mainstream rappers/gangstas, yet he's still passionate about God")

With that said, we should remember that this is his first statement. We should first welcome him back like the father did the prodigal son without waiting for him to explain himself.

God bless.

Never assume anything.......................
written by clwill75, April 07, 2010

It is obvious many have much love for Ambassador both personally and musically, with that a few questions are begged to be answered:

1. While God is gracious to forgive men of their sins does this forgiveness grant them total restoration of any losses this side of the grave?

2. Do we really believe that Pastors are to be held more accountable, or do we just pay it lip service?

3. If a Pastor sins against more knowledge does it not make his sin worthy of harsher discipline, then say the lay church member?

4. Is there ever a situation when a leader should be restored back to fellowship with the body but not back to his previously held position within the church?


If you care, we need to be praying ALOT for this situation. The man was forbidden to return, in any capacity, to the very church he helped plant. Either the leadership at Epiphany is not following Biblically mandated rules for restoration or Ambassador has not repented either way its ugly........


This situation needs to be handled with a desire to see Ambassador restored, Godly wisdom and a certain amount of caution. Its just a statement, that's it......

Sane CHUK
written by Sane CHUK, April 07, 2010

@ Omega Sparks

AMEN

ok!
written by Ed Valcinor, April 07, 2010

y'all know its the A-M-B-A-S-S-A-D-O-R
I was really happy when i saw the news on Rapzilla.com and his situation just shows us how we need to keep our bros nd sis in prayer after i heard about his fall i took some more time and listened to the chop chop nd when you saw the content of the album with tracks like "the cost" "love and grace" and so forth man you know the devil would be going hard on his tail when we have God changing the lives of so many people through those people we gotta pray for em cuz their temptations are worst then those that are not on the spotlight

me i'm just very happy bout his return and i can't wait for him to drop wat he learned during his restoration on hot tracks and keep our other bros nd sis in prayer soo they don't fall

Calm Down
written by Omega Sparx, April 07, 2010

Brothers, I can tell by the comments that some of us are emotional about this situation. Please Calm down. Ambassador choose to come out with this Statement. In humility, Ambassador let the general public in on his world. If somebody ask for more clarity or understanding...how is that not walking in love, or back-biting. We have too many "Touch Not my Annointed" Superstars in the Kingdom. This is beyond Ambassador...Getting so easily offended whenever someone questions authority or "generals" is the same reason why pastors or other leaders fall from sin and have no one to go to. GOD is no respecter of person, regardless of rank. If we took Ambassador out of this situation, and we were all christians that go to the same college...And I fell in sin for a season. If I make a big public announcement about it to the whole campus and say "I'm back"...do I have a right to get offended if a random classmate ask me for more clarity? If you open a page of your life and offer for me to read it, don't get mad if I have questions (that's all I'm saying). Peace

Yahshua Saves
written by Joseph, April 07, 2010

Out of all the Ministries this is why i can relate to P4CM because they deal with these sexual issues head on . Amabaasador Da Truth and Ty Tribbet were all rocking the EX shirts about the same time that there spots got blown Up. Now is the time to not hide under a rock . Make like Jimmy swaggert and Jim Baker be an ambassador for da truth in a Hip hop industry full of sick unrepentent blind arrogant hypocritical sinners who only know the Lord in their head but not in their Hearts. This is the time for transparency .Testimonies like EX Stud EX Homosexual EX Greek EX Christian Video Killer.....Ambassador Ty Tribbett da truth have been prepared for a time such as this....Who is Ambassador he is US and that is Da Truth

@ Sane Chuck
written by Myrage, April 07, 2010

I see what you're sayin Bro, but I don't think he needs to go in more detail than that. I would say those closest to him should have the right to know the details, but not everyone and their momma. It's obvious what he did was wrong...Here's the situation..He was lured in by some kind of attraction. I'm sure he heard the holy spirit tell him to stop and cut off whatever he was doing. He didn't listen to God and continued to listen to his flesh because of unbelief in his heart. And this is what happened. (Then when lust has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and when sin is accomplished, it brings forth death. - James 1:15)

So pretty much listen the holy spirit when it tells you to do something. Walk by the spirit and you won't gratify the desires of the flesh. And all this is done through constantly building your relationship with the Lord. I fall at times and when I do it's cuz I'm not built up in the spirit. You're a boxer right? What happens if you don't train for a fight and you step in the ring with someone? You're probably gonna get knocked out. Same thing with the enemy (satan, our flesh, the world). If we don't constantly train and build ourselves up, the enemy is gonna knock us down. But if we train and have the spirit on us, when the enemy comes, we'll be able to overcome. Jesus was built up in the spirit more than anyone. And you see what happened when Satan tried to tempt him. He didn't hesitate. He quoted scripture immediately and knew what was up. But when we're not built up in the spirit, we believe in the deceitfulness of sin due to unbelief in the heart.

It's def not easy especially in the culture we live in. So many things are trying to distract us and take us away from God. Let's continue to stay focused on what's most important. If anything gets in the way (including ministry) of our relationship with the Lord, cut it off. Easier said then done but we can all do it. You want more of the spirit of God. It's easy. Have less of the world. May the Lord continue to show his mercy and grace on us. Thank you Lord.

Re: Grace & Truth
written by Danielle Ferguson, April 07, 2010

Michael, you are clearly a man of wisdom and spiritual sensitivity. You spoke excellently. I wholeheartedly agree.

I love all of my brothers and sisters, but it's time to wake up and start living your own spiritual lives. The only person who's going to stand before God for you is you, so it's time to stop piggybacking off the lives of others. Often people only know what their pastor said, but because they will not take the time to study themselves, they are always looking on others to grow them. These are the last days, and it will not work. Our jobs is to restore one another in love, and iron sharpens iron. However, if you can fall because your pastor/mentor failed, then your faith wasn't likely built in the right place. The ONLY one who won't fail you is Jesus.

If we are able to be on dasouth, then we can go to the wide array of Bible sites like www.biblegateway.com or www.blueletterbible.com (Concordance and Lexicon) to study the Word. Ambassador does affect people, but only to the extent you let it. It's normal to be dissapointed, but he is not the Risen. Pray for him and stop gossiping in the name of Jesus. If he never reveals what he did, oh well. Just ask God to show you the snares that Satan is trying to bomb in your own life. His indiscretions don't have to be yours.

Grace and Truth
written by Michael Williams, April 07, 2010

Much love and respect to Amba for this statement. I know it is human nature to want to breakdown and scrutinize what he has said and hasn't said. However, as believers we know that is it our human nature that we fight against. Galatians 6 commands usto restore fallen brethren, but it also tells us how. Pauls tells us to be gentle, humble, non-judgemental, and consistant. I think we do a good job working thru or fakin the first two, that third is where we get a hiccup. "Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked." Paul is saying that God will handle the work, we just help in restoration.


I encourage all of us to leave the nay-saying alone. As for the need for details. it's the first statement, give it time. I can agree that it could be helpful to others to avoid the same pitfalls, but if it never happens we pray for him and guard our own hearts.

Grace and Peace

Sane CHUK
written by Sane CHUK, April 07, 2010

@ Clayton

For a private man in private life struggling with sin is one thing. For a Public minister in the "Lime Light" and in the spot Light. It's another. Already they are intimate parts of our lives.....

For many they "The Ambassador" and Popular Christian Hip Hop Ministers are very intimate, Their songs are used to shape thinking and guide young people to live for Christ. It makes their situation quite different from someone that is not in the "Public Eye"...

The word of God says:
"My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation."
James 3:1 holy bible kjv

God holds the teacher to a higher accountability than the student.

I admire the Actions of Lamp Mode Records, and that of Cross Movment Records. They choose to make the right decisions and God will bless them for that.

The word of God does not say that we need to be perfect to minister.... Actually it says possibly the opposite:

"What then? notwithstanding, every way, whether in pretence[pretending/lying/or with false motives/ or only for money], or in truth, Christ is preached; and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice."
Philippians 1:18 - holy bible kjv

The bible doesn't say that the just man Doesn't fall...

"For a just man falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief."
Proverbs 24:16 - Holy Bible kjv

Ambassador is like our big brother.... I praise God for him and his ministry and his pursuit of the Holiness that God demands of us(Hebrews chapter 12).

We are all in this together....

1 Corinthians 12:21-27 (Holy bible kjv)

21 And the eye cannot say unto the hand, I have no need of thee: nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of you.
22 Nay, much more those members of the body, which seem to be more feeble, are necessary:
...
25 That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another.
26 And whether one member suffer, all the members suffer with it; or one member be honoured, all the members rejoice with it.
27 Now ye[all of us together] are the body of Christ, and members in particular.

Sane
http://facebook.com/sane.scc

Thank You
written by Clayton, April 07, 2010

I'm joyful to the return of THE AMBASSADOR! The music you have produced has been a ministry to many of the guys that I came up with. We believed in you...and we still do! I think it's amazing that so many people desire to know the intricacies' and details of your fall. So many of us Christians never realize that nothing is hidden from God...and that if he were to shine his all seeing light on any of us, it might disgust the masses. The problem is most of us haven't done enough for the Kingdom to be relevant to the masses. PRIDE & SELF RIGHTEOUSNES ARE JUST AS UGLY to GOD as any other sin. So I pray that people are careful while they "touch God's anointed" verbally. I know that when "I" pray, God show's me...ME! My issues, MY shortcomings, MY barriers...the areas He wants ME to grow. So I guess it stands to reason that if most of us were truly praying then we would have alot more compassion on those who have fallen because we are aware of our OWN compacity and propensity towards sin, though we fight it! I said compassion and not compromise. No encouragement to sin, but an understanding that after sin has been committed, it's our job to restore and heal the fallen. WE ARE THE ONLY ARMY IN THE WORLD THAT MALICIOUSLY MALIGNS AND KILLS OUR WOUNDED. It's sad to see so many CHRISTION blogs about other ministry gifts. And even though they are some of the body who may have COMMITTED to error, our efforts should be focused on winning the lost and building GOD's KINGDOM instead of reveling in a brother's fall. In Closing, my church and I prayed for AMBASSADOR and the DA TRUTH to be restored in truth, faith, and confidence and to continue the work that God began in them. My generation is TOO lost for us to discharge GENERALS who are skilled in this fight! Ambassador, WE LOVE YOU!!!

Continue to keep you in prayer
written by Jason Smoothe, April 07, 2010

We'll keep you in prayer brother!

Sane CHUK
written by Sane CHUK, April 07, 2010

@ Da Messenger....

I ain't Sayin' that Ambassador OWES us an explaination. What I am saying is that if he gives us some details that he feels would be helpful to us in this new Millenium (The Last days) That we could learn even more from his situation. It is the same with Emanuel (Da Truth) Lambert. These are men that have Gone before us and paved a way in Hip Hop ministry.

I Box and Fight... If a former boxer tells me, Go in the ring and win. But they don't tell me how to win. Or if it is an opponent that they themselves have faced, and they don't tell me.... WATCH OUT FOR:.... ETC ETC ETC. how he holds, the left upper cut etc. I could suffer a loss for the information that he holds back.

We have a common enemy in SATAN. We all need each other to wage effective war.

IT AIN'T ABOUT OWEIN' AN EXPLAINATION.....

It's about dying souls, and fresh new enlistments getting ready to go out to battle. The stakes could never be higher. The harvest has always been ripe, and the laborers have always been few. This is not a game, and when you see the likes of Brindle, Branch, and Lambert hit the mat, we need to know what ever we can so that the we can be effective.

WE have the church against us: (Holy hip hop movement)
and we have the world against us. We need to be blameless before God and men. We can do this together if we can learn from one another. If we did not have the details of david's fall I would never learn from david's situation. It is the details that helps us learn.

Blessing, to Da Messenger, Ambassador and all mentioned in this note.....

Nothin but brotherly love for you all.
Sane
http://facebook.com/sane.scc

YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
written by DA MESSENGER, April 07, 2010

Ambassador i've been a fan of yours since you came out!! You we're the first Christian artist I actually liked when i was very young. Your an example that none of us that do this "christian rap ministry" are exempt fro sin & temptation. I pray God will use bigger & better than he has before! & to all reading remember we're not God, not Ambassador's lord & savior, so he owes NO EXPLANATION to any of us!

BE BLESSED!

Sane CHUK
written by Sane CHUK, April 07, 2010

Blessings William (Ambassidor)Branch,

I thank God for your statement.... But I will say a few words.

In the Case of King David in the Bible. We know all of the details surrounding his mishap and his fall. We also know his restoration. He was home, idle while Joab and his men waged war. There he was on his roof top, higher than the rest of the other houses where he could engage in p**nography which led to Fornication, Adultery, Conspiracy, Lying, Covetousness and Murder all in one swoop... before he could spell Mississippi!!!!

I feel like the way your situation could be helpful to the body is if you EXPLAIN how it is that a man of your caliber, was compromised by the EVER crafty wiles of Satan (the roaring lion seeking whom he may devour). I don't feel like your situation is vain and that you are a failure in any way. I feel like your situation could be vain if men such as myself cannot learn from your mistakes and your battle wounds.

1) Exactly what happened, how where you lured in. What are the things I can do in my ministry to avoid such mistakes and mishaps.

2) What are some of the little details and mindsets that you where in surrounding your fall. What was your prayer life like, what where your outlooks. Any details would be helpful.

I feel like you are an apostle to this generation and that you have lead the way for thousands of ministers, if you become very intimate with us reguarding this situation, I feel you could prevent thousands of other situation that could end up the same.

Submitted prayerfully and thoughtfully
God Bless
http://facebook.com/sane.scc

Don't make sense, but Praise GOD.
written by Omega Sparx, April 07, 2010

Praise GOD for the restoration Brother. Yet, After reading his statement, I'm still confused how you can have a "very in-appropriate" relationship with a woman that causes you to break fellowship with your Church, and it be "non-sexual"??? Its none of my business either way, but He did come out with this statement for the public to read. Some things aren't adding up. In time, I'm sure GOD will give Ambassador the words to truly explain this situation. I pray his testimony ministers to alot of future Christian MC's so we don't fall in the same traps. Sometimes sin can come from purest of intentions. Brothers, lets make sure we have every woman in our lives in their proper place. Spending one on one time with any sister in Christ that isn't your wife or potentially your wife is dangerous. Whats in darkness will eventually come to light...might as well stay in the light

Praise God
written by Ronald Mboma, April 07, 2010

yo, Duce. Love this. Welcome back is a statement to say, I guess. I thank God for your life and what God's been doing. I sure have a lot to learn from you.

May God's grace abound!

Grace and Peace,
Dj Whasspopin?

YALL NEED TO CUT IT
written by ANGELA SINGLETARY, April 06, 2010

INFANT CHRISTIANS!!!! GO READ UR WORD AND FIND A BIBLE TEACHING CHURCH.... REGARDLESS TO WHAT AND WHO SAID HE IS OUR BROTHER.... HE IS BACK... I DONT CARE.... BE REAL CAREFUL UNLESS YALL FALL AND BE LOOKING SERIOUS. BUT ALL U GOTTA DO IS REOENT HEAL AND GET UP AND LEARN FROM UR MISTAKES.... GOD BLESS!!!! GROWTH....

Wow!
written by Tom, April 06, 2010

Yea Amba why don't you tell everyone the truth since apperently everybody is involved in ur personal life and know which way you wipe your butt when you go to the bathroom. Man I swear you may not be "on this site all the time" but you sure didn't hesitate to spread second hand trash to hundreds of people by typeing a bunch of hearsey on this website. And if muzeone has an issue maybe he didn't say anything publicly so he could handle it biblicly and privately. Hollaback to the dude earlier who said people need to keep their noses in their buisness and their mouths shut.

Naw homie...
written by sean demars, April 06, 2010

The p.s. means that I know how alot of people who spend alot of time on the internet think. That's why I try to stay off of sites like this. I've said my peace. I fully support and appreciate Branch.

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written by V Birmingham, April 06, 2010

Bro...I got all of that..the fact is Muze didn't publically do that on this site. So for you to come on this site and say, Muze said, blah blah blah for others to know what Muze said is...well call it what you want and justify it how you want but the fact you had to add that p.s. line tells us it crossed your mind enough to add that disclaimer line saying it wasn't gossip. Most people on here wouldn't known what Muze said if a 2nd hand person didn't let it be known...

"Where sin increased, grace increased all the more"
written by Brad, April 06, 2010

"But where sin increased, grace increased all the more, so that, just as sin reigned in death, so also grace might reign through righteousness to bring eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord."
-Romans 5:20b-21

Naw..
written by sean demars, April 06, 2010

it's not gossip. Someone who is very closely affiliated to the scandal is OPENLY denying the authenticity and truth of this claim. Since the claim is public, and the refutation is public, the question is posed publicly

OH YEA THE ALBUM!!!!!
written by ANGELA SINGLETARY, April 06, 2010

THIS WHOLE SITUATION IS A DIRECT CONNECTION TO UR THEM THAT IS IN THE WORD OF GOD FROM MILK TO MEAT THIS WILL I HOPE MAKE U BEGIN TO EAT; CHEW ON MEAT; GROWTH!!! GLORY BE TO GOD!!!! JESUS IS LORD!!!!

SIS ANGELA,

CONTINUATION!!!!!!
written by ANGELA SINGLETARY, April 06, 2010

EVERYONE IS ON DIFFERENT SPIRITUAL LEVELS INCLUDING LEADERS AND PASTORS OK GOD REVEAL THIS TO ME BACK IN 1998 ... NO ONE IS EXEMPT FROM FALLING. THAT IS WHY THE SCRIPTURE SAYS BE HUMBLE LOVE UR BRO, PEOPLE SAY , "THIS CHURCH IS THAT AND THAT MINISTER IS THIS" I BELIEVE PAUL SAID THIS.... "OH THEY DON'T DO THIS OH THEY ON THAT" NOOOOOO. THE SCRIPTURE SAYS BE SLOW TO SPEAK AND SWIFT TO HEAR.... IN UR STATEMENT I KNOW NOW U UNDERSTAND TO A CERTAIN DEGREE FROM WHAT U SAID BUT PLZ..... U REST IN THE GIFT OF OUR SALVATION IN JESUS CHRIST EVEN IF U FALL AGAIN REPENT GET UP DUST OFF HEAL.... GOD IS WITH U AND I AND EVERYONE ELSE THAT UNDERSTANDS THIS.... THAT IS KEY TOO UNDERSTANDING THIS.... I BEEN THERE I KNOW AND GOD WILL RETURN TO U IMMEDIATLY AND IT WILL DEEPEN UR LOVE FOR HIM AND HIS LOVE WILL FEEL DEEPER AS WELL.... GOD LOVES US BRO.... THIS WHOLE THING WILL MAKE U STRONGER AND WISER IF U MAKE SURE AND I AM DONE.... MAKE SURE PASTOR DUECE U R A PASTOR U DO STILL KNO THIS RIGHT??? U R..... DO NOT BE IGNORNAT OF SATANS DEVICES AND SCHEMES IF U DON'T UNDERSTAND HOLLA AT ME I WILL EXPLAIN BRING UR WIFE TOO NO HIDDEN MOTIVES... IF NOT GET ON UR KNEES AND ASK GOD... FIND THE SCRIPTURE ITS IN THE WORD NEW TESTAMENT... CAN'T GET IT KNOW.... BUT THEN PRAY ASK GOD TO GIVE U REVELATION...... I LOVE YOU IN THE LORD JESUS CHRIST.... I STAY IN WARFARE SO PRAY FOR ME..... BUT IT IS TO THE GLORY OF GOD HE TOLD ME DONT THINK IT STRANGE.... BUT PREACH THE WORD ENDURE TO THE END BRO DUECE U CAN COME KICK IT @ MY MANSION WE B CHILLIN LOL.......... GRACE AND PROTECTION TO U AND THE FAMILY STRENGTH IN OUR LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST..... I WILL LEAVE MY MYSPACE..... PEOPLE HATING ON MYSPACE NOW I LIKE MY PAGE THO LOL...... HOLLA IF U WANNA CHAT.. BLESSINGS!!!!! SIS ANGELA, WWW.MYSPACE.COM/ANGELAISAIAH

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written by V Birmingham, April 06, 2010

My Tuesday night wisdom...anytime you have to begin or end your statement with, "by the way this ain't gossip"...it may be a good idea to erase and start from scratch.

PRAISE THE LORD!!!!!! UR ALBUM FROM MILK TO MEAT!!!!!
written by ANGELA SINGLETARY, April 06, 2010

LISTEN BRO WILLIAM AMBASSADOR BRANCH,
I WAS WONDERING WHAT THE HECK WAS GOING ON WITH YOU AND WHERE U WERE. BEEN PRAYING FOR U..... I DON'T KNOW IF U REMEMBER ME BUT I WOULD COME TO EPHINAY(NOT SURE OF SPELLING) BUT, I WAS THERE AT EVENT IN 2008 FROM CLASSROOM TO CORNER TO CONCERT AND I CAME AND INTRODUCED MYSELF AND THEN I LEFT MY PURSE IN BASEMENT OF CHURCH I WAS GOING AND U STOPPED ME AND TOLD ME I COULD NOT GO DOWN BECAUSE I DONT KNOW... NO BADGE OR SOMETHING. THEN I WAS @ SERVICE ON SUNDAY AND U CAME AND SAT BEHIND ME AFTER SERVICE. BUT I DID NOT SPEAK BECAUSE OF THE TENSION I WAS DISCERNING SO DON'T KNOW IF U REMEMBER..... BUT, I AM IN COMMUNICATION WITH SOME SISTERS FROM EPIHANY AND I WOULD ALWAYS ASK WHERE WERE U AND HOW U WERE DOING? THEY SAID U WERE IN RESTORATION OK.... I UNDERSTAND.... BUT IT'S BEEN TIME FOR U TO RETURN..... HARVEST IS GREAT BUT LABORERS ARE ALREADY FEW.... THE WORD OF GOD SAYS IF WE SIN WE HAVE AN ADVOCATE WITH THE FATHER THAT IF WE REPENT AND TURN AWAY THAT HE IS FAITHFUL AND JUST TO FORGIVE US OF OUR SIN.. GOD HAS A WAY OF SPEAKING TO US AND CHASTIZING THOSE HE LOVE, WE ALSO HAVE TO MAKE SURE WE ARE NOT IGNORNAT OF SATANS DEVICES AND SCHEMES AS THE WORD INSTRUCTS US THESE ARE KEY. GOD KNOWS US FROM THE BEGGINING AND HE KNOWS OUR HEARTS BRO DUECE.... I REFER TO U IN THIS MANNER BECAUSE I DON'T KNO U IN THE NATURAL I KNOW U R A CHILD OF GOD AND I KNO U IN THE SPIRIT, BEEN TO SEVERAL DIFFERENT CONCERTS U HAVE BEEN IN.... I BELIEVE U R EXTREMLY ANNOITED AND GOD WILL DO A GREAT WORK THROUGH U AND BLESS U TREMEDOUSLY AND ALL WHOSE LEVELS ARE EXTREMLY LOW IN GOD WILL MARVEL... I PRAY THEY DON'T HATE BUT GROW IN THE LORD AS WELL TO GET TO THE POINT OF GREAT BLESSINGS TOO.....WE ALL ARE IN A WAR...... I KNOW THE SCRIPTURE THAT SAYS IF UR BRO SINS PUT HIM AWAY AND I AGREE BECAUSE IT IS THE WORD.. BUT I BELIEVE THAT PEOPLE TAKE IT OUT OF CONTENSE. WE ARE COMMANDED TO BEAR OUR BROTHERS BURDEN AND TO ESTEEM OUR BRO IN A SPIRIT OF GENTLENESS WHEN ONE FALLS INTO SIN UNLESS WE ARE TEMPTED AND FALL U FEEL ME?..... YES U NEED TIME TO HEAL AND MEDITATE ON GODS WORD BECAUSE THE DEVIL WANTS TO KEEP U ON A GUILT TRIP. U SAID DEPRESSION OH NOO....... THATS THE DEVILS TRICK. WE ARE THE RIGHTOUSNESS OF GOD WHEN WE FALL. WE REPENT TURN AWAY DROWN OURSELF IN THE WORD, RUN TO THE HOUSE OF WORSHIP WITH EXTREME DILLEGENCE AND GO ON IN JESUS NAME!!!!..... GODS MERCIES ARE BRAND NEW EVERY MORNING...... (CONTINUE)...... IN NEXT COMMENT.....

Well,
written by sean demars, April 06, 2010

MuzeONE is saying that this whole statement is a lie. He's saying that this repentance is not genuine because Amba isn't being honest about the nature and gravity of his sin (sexual). I think he should respond.
p.s. this isn't gossip either, just accountability 101..in love.

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written by Chauncey Johnson, April 06, 2010

Well, first of all brother and leader of the faith I continued to listen to you minister musically immediately after I heard. Secondly, as I got calls of our brothers and sisters in awe I had to remind them all of the idolatry they need to face and the fact that we are human and we fall we are not Jesus. Third, for all those who took the time to "dis" (on the internet), put him on blast, your motives will be checked because this is a servant of God not us!

I commend you for your courage!
written by B.L.A.C.K. MC, April 06, 2010

Far too often when we are involved in such an event, we want to tell "our side of the story". However, you were patient and held your peace. The Word says that we are to be quick to listen and slow to speak. I'm so glad that you took your time to address this issue because you have done so in a way that is humble and convincing. You showed both your vulnerability and conviction. I appreciate and love you bro! I'm praying for you. And the good thing about me is, My prayers get answered! God Bless

flee limelight
written by steven, April 06, 2010

Products of the city life...
Stay underground bro!
Like John, Jesus, Paul go to the wilderness and stay there a while. To much christian limelight is no good for anybody we're not superstars but bondslaves.
Prayn for you.
Before we can even attempt to build God's kingdom and be about His plans HE must first bring an end to ours.

gerald
written by K Hill, April 06, 2010

Adultery can be more than just sexual. It can be emotional. The children of Isreal dreamed of going back to Egypt, they may not have gone back but the thought was just as bad. Jesus talked about the thought of fornication (sexual sin, married or not) with any woman other than your wife being as bad as the act. So step back some and let's celebrate the contriteness of Amba's heart and continue to pray for his recovery in Christ.

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written by Rodney, April 06, 2010

AMBA!!! Wow I literally had a dream last night that I went to Philly and chopped it up wit you at ur crib! At the end of your dream you mentioned that you were working on some music and I was like "Wait, you gonna do music again?" And you responded with a confirming grin. Had this dream, then I read this less than 10 hrs later. God is good! Glad to know that this fall is a comma and not a period in your service to the Lord. Praying for you.

The Glory is the Lord's
written by Phlo, April 06, 2010

What the enemy meant for bad...God can turn around for the good. Is there anything too hard for God? Indeed not! Is Christ Jesus still the type of Lord/Shepherd that would leave the 99 and go after the one? Indeed so! I applaud and acknowledge the love of God towards us, specifically, towards Ambassador! His love is amazing! It never fails! This could've ended up another way but because of the love of God...here is Ambassador back at the feet of Christ [not that he ever left]! I see God using this whole situation as an example not just for Ambassador but countless others. We celebrate the Lord and we celebrate you, Ambassador! It is what the Lord will have us to do! So, gird up your loins and get ready for action...for your latter days shall be greater than your former days!

With great respect...[we are about the ministry of reconciliation]

Your brother in Christ,
Phlo

Aww mayyne. :D
written by a guest, April 06, 2010

Oh to God be the glory through this is all that can be said..
Just know bro, we're only in tents here on earth, God's preparing us for His purpose.
Shall be praying for Amba no doubt, that God will help him and use this GREATLY for His Glory!
Peacce.

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AMBA!!!!
written by Chauncey, April 06, 2010

I've been praying for you Amba!!!!!!Tears of JOY are running down my cheeks right now. Thank God for resurrection power!!!
"And if Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile and you are still in your sins."
1 Cor 15:17
ESV

HALLELUYAH!!! GLORY TO THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST!
written by La-Aja J. Wiggins, April 06, 2010

Praise God!!! Bro, I am so elated about your repentance!!! We have been praying for you and your family -- firstly that you would recognize your sin and repent to our Father and Great Savior Jesus Christ!!! HE IS SOOOOO WORTHY!!!

Please continue to walk in your repentance. Read your statement letter continually (to keep it before you as to not fall in this area again).

God bless you and your family! Grace and Mercy!!

God rises to show us compassion! Isn't that amazing?!!

Yessir!!!
written by Eddie, April 06, 2010

WOO!! Praise the Lord for your restoration fam! Can't describe how excited I am and the joy inside!! PRAISE GOD!!!!

Love it!
written by CHENO LYFE, April 06, 2010

Its a blessing to see the fallen risen! I love what u said:

God’s grace is teaching me that I am not supposed to attempt to “work” my way back to some supposed level of super-spirituality and then come out feeling “qualified.” But I am to recognize that I am never “sufficient in myself,” but “our sufficiency is from God” (2 Corinthians 3:5).

I believe that Christians who traveled up the mountain and get to the top then fall, tend to think that true Christianity is measured by there peak and struggle with depression & discouragement if they dont meet there previous standard! I think its awesome what u said Big Brah! As i told u before thx for breaking ground for us to do what we do now!

The first single needs to be a sample from LL "Dont call it a comeback, I been here for years" Ha!

God will work it all out Homie...Church, music, etc! Matthew 6:33, James 1:5

GB,
CL!

We love you Ambassador
written by Danielle Ferguson, April 06, 2010

You are and always have been a blessing in so many lives. Chop Chop is excellent, and inspired me to puruse Him to a greater level. Please don't forget that you were one of the first to bring theology to Christian rap, and you've made a lot of sacrifices in doing so. I pray for you and your family. I am also praying for those who aren't willing to receive Christ's compassion and maturation/perfection in love to restore you. My family and friends will support you regardless of the label you're on as long as your passion is still strong. You're an excellent example that His grace can redeem and restore. Thank you for being humble and obediant.

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written by Rick Alvarez, April 06, 2010

Bro I sense you humility and your conviction! This was both encouraging and comforting to read! Big ups to our Heavenly Father! Love you bro! I'm anxious to see where and what our Daddy will have you do next! “He doesn’t call the qualified, but rather qualifies the called.” I love that!

Ya boy,
Rick

Praise God
written by Tom, April 06, 2010

It was a bummer when the news hit about ur situation but at the same time God just used ur situation and showed everybody a physical sign of the personal human condition that we all have. I'm happy u and ur wife are doin better and pray that this sort of restoration will take place in the hearts and families of all of the artists that enduered these types of spiritual warfare last year and in the years to come. Godbless you Amba

SOLI DEO GLORIA
written by TP, April 06, 2010

Just wanted to say that this formal apology and statement has been a huge encouragement to me personally and i believe should serve as a definite reminder to many of us in the 'GOSPEL INDUSTRY' worldwide to remember that it is ONLY BY GRACE that we are saved through Christ's finished work on the cross!

'All have sinned and fallen short' so that should allow us to remain humble in our our approach to delivering the SAVING GOSPEL of our Lord Jesus. I am particularly impressed by Amba's statement:

"After all this I have so much more tenderness toward the “fallen,” and an appreciation for the glory of a gospel that is so easily preached but not as easily applied"

This shows a great maturity that many dogmatic and prideful believers DONT have. I pray God that has started a new work in you will be faithful to complete it Mr Amba

With love and support from LONDON, ENGLAND
TP

Amen!
written by tr, April 06, 2010

I am glad to hear that you have been restored. I'm sorry to hear about Epiphany Fellowship though. I will continue to pray for you as you move forward in your ministry brother.

Well Said brother...
written by Jason Smoothe, April 06, 2010

That was a well crafted letter. Sounded very mature and humble at the same time. Taking the blame with responsibility. Very proud of him.

We love you with the love of the Lord Amba!
written by LaToyaakaluvlifemuzik, April 06, 2010

Stay drenched in God's love...God bless you and we will continue praying for you, your fam and your ministry!
LaToya

Glory to God
written by lawrence mwai, April 06, 2010

I'm really feelin u on this 1.We all fall n we need each to bear each others burden that we may fulfill the Law of Christ.Amba,welcome back...can't w8

Welcome back!
written by Zee, April 06, 2010

This official statement gives me A LOT of peace about his return. It puts me at ease. I'm also glad it crushes many of the rumors (some as recent as a newly released track on YouTube; it was inaccurate on many levels).

We all need grace and mercy. Had it not been for Jesus Christ where would we be?

Thank God for the new spirit I perceive from this writing. God is good!

Welcome back Amba! You have DaSouth.com's full support!

Amen!
written by Jay, April 06, 2010

Glad to see Amba is going after God! i was wondering what was going on. After David sinned with Bathsheba and repented full heartedly and went after God unlike ever before. He did great works for God! I know that God can use Amba as a tool in ministry! God Bless Ambassador! Praying For him real heavy!

Thanks
written by Martay, April 06, 2010

Too many Christians portray a sense of perfection to all who follow them and never tell of their struggles. Yes, it's difficult and yes- IT HURTS, but thank you for being real with us. It brings glory to God's undeniable power of restoration and God will honor you for having the boldness to speak up.

Glad to see you back
written by Randy Wright, April 06, 2010

its a blessing to know that the lord has you back on track duce Ive missed your ministry.I have had the plesure of meeting you a few times when CM came to VA I manage the group WUNDA FAM they have opened for yall a few times.just wanted to say you have been an important part of my walk, through your music . your group was the first cd i bought when i got saved 12 yrs. ago.keep grinding. POPWunda

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written by David Green, April 06, 2010

Ambassador, that took a lot of strength to admit your mistakes and ask for forgivness.

We all love you man! Welcome back we pray that your ministry/music will begin to impact people tons more.

Welcome back Amba!

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written by Gee, April 06, 2010

As much as it gave me heartache back then when the news broke about what happened with the Ambassador, I'm full of joy that he's back on track. The Father's grace is sufficent!!! Much Luv 2 u Ambassador! Never 4got u in my prayers!

May God bless you
written by Brian Culshaw, April 06, 2010

I definitely support and will be praying for you as you move forth.

Welcome Home
written by Didymus, April 06, 2010

Whats good kinfolk? I am glad to see you back home fam! Most importantly, outside of the restoration of the realationship between you and the Father, I am so glad to hear that the relationship between your wife and kids is being restored also! I know how it feels to lose that relationship and would not wish that upon anyone! Abundant blessings on your minstry journey also brother! May His Spirit guide you and comfort you! Hit me up homie!

didymus@ynjentertainment.com

Humility/Pride
written by Dany V, April 06, 2010

Its only our desire to qualify ourselves that will if allowed provide space for shame to have a seat in your life. Becareful of pride hiding as "Humility". All of us can fall. Even Amba needs Jesus. We Love you.

Praise God!
written by K Hill, April 06, 2010

Glad that Amba is on that firm foundation and set in a good path of complete restoration. I rejoice with him as He discovers even more how gracious The Father is!

Yo Deuce
written by Eric B, April 06, 2010

Welcome home bro! Glad to have you back!!!!!!

4 Sho! I am EXCITED!

DJ WILL HAS ALWAYS LOVE THE AMBASSADOR!!
written by DJ Will, April 06, 2010

DJ WILL HAS ALWAYS LOVED THE AMBASSADOR.
MY CUZN DUCE!!
YEZZUR!!
HOLLA AT YOUR CUZN 904-208-9948
I DONT KNOW WHY I GAVE THAT OUT, YOU GOT MY NUMBER!!
WE CUZNS!!

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written by Tre9, April 06, 2010

Welcome back to public ministry Ambassador, but more importantly welcome to the grace of God. I certainly can discern you are of the right spirit. As many others, we have lifted you up constantly, and have longed for the time you would be back on the battlefield with the rest of us. We need you out here, our fight is against an adversary far more than anyone of us can defeat alone. His dominion over the airwaves is relentless, and soldiers like you provide an offensive threat to Satan's kingdom. Anyone who chooses to hold you back from the purpose God has called you to is foolish, and will be humbled themselves in due time.

Glad to hear about this, I rejoice in your victory from this attack. As always, Much Luvv.

amen!!
written by Emmanuel, April 06, 2010

great to hear hear from Ambassador and great to hear he is recovering so well.

There you have it.
written by Steven, April 06, 2010

"I was involved in a non-sexual but very inappropriate relationship..."

I'm just going to keep this short and simple. To the certain someone(s) who made public rumours and gossiped about what happened like the really knew what was up...

KEEP YOUR MOUTHS SHUT UNLESS YOU KNOW THE TRUE FACTS!

That is all.

P.S.:Glad to see Amba back, and seeing that he took a long time to sit back and work this thing out as oppposed to spending a few months and saying I'm good.

WELL
written by Tony Timberlake, April 06, 2010

I will continue praying for the Ambassador and his family, I support his decision to continue in ministry, and I too after having sin exposed to me in my life see exactly what he means when he says he has a new perspective on the fallen.

I don't mean to be blasphemous, but much like Jesus who died and rose. I believe that the Spirit of God will raise the Ambassador spiritually first, and in minitry second.

Praise God that His grace is sufficient.

Keep Duece in your prayers