IPFS News Link • Religion: Believers
IPFS News Link • Religion: Believers
The Duck Dynasty stars have issued a statement amid the controversy surrounding family patriarch Phil Robertson's
anti-gay remarks. The Robertson clan says they "cannot imagine" the
show without him, and that they are "in discussions" with A&E about
the future of the series.
"We want to thank all of you for your prayers and support. The family
has spent much time in prayer since learning of A&E's decision. We
want you to know that first and foremost we are a family rooted in our
faith in God and our belief that the Bible is His word. While some of
Phil’s unfiltered comments to the reporter were coarse, his beliefs are
grounded in the teachings of the Bible," reads a statement posted on the
family's Duck Commander website.
"Phil is a Godly man who follows what the Bible says are the greatest
commandments: 'Love the Lord your God with all your heart' and 'Love
your neighbor as yourself.' Phil would never incite or encourage hate.
We are disappointed that Phil has been placed on hiatus for expressing
his faith, which is his constitutionally protected right. We have had a
successful working relationship with A&E but, as a family, we cannot
imagine the show going forward without our patriarch at the helm. We
are in discussions with A&E to see what that means for the future of
Duck Dynasty. Again, thank you for your continued support of our
family."