Dr. Michael Brown went on his show “The Line of Fire” to make a public statement regarding recent allegations.

“Given that a third-party investigation can last months, I want to speak with you today in full transparency about recent stories and allegations in the news,” Brown said. “I want to be transparent, take full responsibility for all the wrongs committed on my part and ask for forgiveness for the incidents that took place 23 years ago.”

Brown says the events occurred in late 2001 and 2002, during what he calls a “very difficult season of life and ministry.”

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“I have lived with the sad reality that many people follow my teaching and turn to my example as Jesus taught in Luke 12:48,” Brown says. “I am accountable to a holy God for the ministry entrusted to me… following recent allegations, many are deeply confused and troubled. »

Brown claims he never committed adultery during his marriage, but he admits to having an emotional connection with another person who was a close friend. Brown says he talked with another close friend telling them the truth, then went to his wife Nancy and repented.

Brown said he was “eager” to share this with his leadership team and their school, but all spouses in the situation agreed that since the adultery had not occurred, the situation was resolved. would end in private, “sparing” Brown and the other woman’s partner from everything. additional shame.

After that, Brown says he changed his schedule and lifestyle while undergoing counseling.

“I am deeply grateful that our Lord is a forgiving Lord. May he respond to deep and sincere repentance. Let him not reject his children because of their failures when they turn to him with all their hearts,” Brown says.

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Brown then brought up the topic of “Erin,” who allegedly had what she considered an uncomfortable relationship with Brown while working at his FIRE ministry school.

“My goal here is not to deny or confirm specific allegations. I leave it to the investigation to discover the truth. The fact is that an offense remains. And that’s what I have to tackle, taking full ownership my actions and the pain I caused.

Brown says he now recognizes that he didn’t fully understand how deeply “Erin” was hurt by his actions.

“Please forgive me for my actions that caused you so much pain,” he said. “If I had understood the outcome of these actions more clearly in 2002, I would have reacted very differently. Once again, from the bottom of my heart, I ask you to forgive me. I am truly and deeply sorry.

Brown also asked that the broader body of Christ and those who have been involved in his ministry over the years also forgive him.

“…forgive me for my failures, poor judgment and any mishandling of these situations during this period 23 years ago. I did not meet the high standards we set. I disappointed you and hurt you. Please forgive me.”

Continue to pray for Michael Brown and everyone involved in this situation.

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Abby Trivett is a content development editor for Charisma Media.