Throughout his ministry, American televangelist Peter Popoff has focused on “supernatural” displays of God’s power. Popoff promotes his own “Miracle Spring Water,” along with controversial claims of healing.
And although the religious channel Word Network said that Popoff’s “broadcasts had aired without issue for years,” U.K. authorities have imposed a £150,000 fine for breaching regulations, as reported by Premier Christian News. That amount is roughly $194,000 in American dollars.
Popoff’s broadcasts “repeatedly featured statements and testimonials suggesting the water could cure serious illnesses, including cancer,” stated Ofcom, the U.K. communications regulator.
Televangelist Fined for ‘Miracle Spring Water’ That ‘Could Potentially Mislead Viewers’
In two specific broadcasts, televangelist Peter Popoff offered “Miracle Spring Water” and claimed “breakthrough” power. Ofcom, a communications regulator in the U.K., sees the promotions full of “potentially harmful claims.” The regulator has issued a six-figure fine for the breach.
Popoff said in an Instagram post promoting the water, “There’s nothing magical about a point of contact…” In contrast, according to his website, “The Miracle Spring Water is a powerful Biblical point of contact.” Further, his website warns, “*Note* Do not ingest the miracle spring water.”
“I believe the Miracle Spring Water will help you to use and release your faith as we agree together for the miracle you need,” Popoff said. “So many people have used the Miracle Spring Water and their lives have been changed!”
Ofcom works to “make sure people across the UK are satisfied with what they see and hear on TV and radio, and that the programmes reflect the audiences they serve.”
The communications regulator allows for the freedom of religious expression. However, “the claims made went beyond proclamations of faith,” Ofcom argued.
“Ofcom was particularly concerned that the programmes repeatedly featured statements and testimonials suggesting the water could cure serious illnesses, including cancer,” said the regulator.
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Its Broadcasting Code specifically states that “religious broadcasts must not exploit audiences’ vulnerabilities or promote products.”
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