How Are the Mighty Fallen?: James Goll’s Response to Sexual Misconduct Allegations

In this deeply personal and heartfelt message, James Goll addresses the recent investigation involving Mike Bickle, sharing his own history with the Kansas City community and offering a vulnerable response to the revelations of sexual misconduct. Drawing on years of experience in ministry and his own journey through personal trauma, James expresses grief, empathy, and a sincere apology to those who have been wounded. He also highlights the urgency of repentance, the importance of transparency, and the hope that emerges when we allow God to redeem painful situations.

Referencing 2 Samuel 1 and the repeated phrase “How are the mighty fallen,” James explains how Scripture both acknowledges our need to lament and calls us to rise again in worship, forgiveness, and humility. He prays for those who have suffered abuse, for the Bickle family, and for the entire Body of Christ to pursue a renewed commitment to holiness and love. Ultimately, James offers a vision of a Psalm 24 revival—one in which clean hands and pure hearts are central to a deeper move of the Holy Spirit.