April 30, 2026
A message from Jeremiah and Morgan:
Morgan and I are both deeply grieved and troubled by the recent public statements (March 27, 2026) shared by Nancy Knopp. Nancy is someone we have loved and had close relationship with. Nevertheless, Nancy has publicly made allegations of misconduct against me. The following examination and assessment is written by current leaders of the church who, with the outside advisors, have identified every allegation, followed by a thorough investigation of each allegation. It serves as an official response to all of Nancy’s allegations.
We are compelled to address where evidence clearly shows that Nancy’s testimony was inaccurate. Nancy’s claims that were presented publicly are either incomplete, misrepresented, or factually incorrect. This has resulted in confusion, questions, and concerns within our local community as well as our extended ministry following. These allegations have resulted in a great deal of harm to our Body. Therefore, we are compelled to offer our perspective on the situation for those who are properly seeking clarity and truth.
What follows is careful documentation of events from our perspective, offered to ensure accountability based on the facts of the situation. Out of our responsibility to the truth, to our church family, and even to Nancy herself, we believe it is in the best interest to provide a thorough response. Our desire is that truth, accountability, and grace would shape the way forward.
The methods of investigation included the following:
The Altar Church established an external Advisor Team in 2022 in accordance with our bylaws. This team carries governing authority and provides independent counsel for us and our leaders. We remain submitted to their leadership and value their objectivity. This is a group of seasoned international ministers with over 100 collective years of church leadership and apostolic influence.
Our advisors have reviewed the events and actual timeline of those events, as portrayed by Nancy Knopp in her public letter along with the accompanying documentation and data from the following sources:
• Personal recollections of events from various individuals who were involved.
• Text messages with Nancy Knopp.
• Dated personal notes.
• Journal entries from key individuals related to the situation.
• Historical financial data from Altar Church records.
Below are the findings. If questions or additional facts should be considered in this review, anyone is welcome to contact us directly at contact@TheAltarGlobal.church.
We continue to remain in a posture of listening and feedback from our leadership team to ensure our ministry is marked by integrity and biblical accountability, with restoration and reconciliation pursued on our part to those affected by our ministry over the years.
Jeremiah & Morgan Johnson
Assessment of the Allegations Made by Nancy Knopp
The following is the examination and assessment of each allegation Nancy Knopp has made against Jeramiah Johnson. The investigation included examination of numerous documents. The key documents are attached as exhibits to this report. All allegations were identified during Nancy’s “Witness Testimony Regarding Charges Against Jeremiah Johnson,” dated March 27, 2026.
We acknowledge that Nancy Knopp carries a meaningful contribution to the broader church and takes her stewardship seriously. Nancy shared her perspective and pain in an open letter. We have carefully reviewed her claims, interviewed people involved, researched confirming documents, and are offering supported responses from our perspective.
Sincerely Submitted,
Robert Rowan,
Deacon, The Altar Church
Credentials: Senior Consultant with NV5
Expert witness in Construction Litigation
NV5 is a $1 billion global company with offices worldwide
ALLEGATION NO. 1
Nancy claims that Jeremiah plagiarized the name “Esthers Arise.” She alleges that she was the originator of Esther’s Arise and owns the trademark.
ALTAR CHURCH'S RESPONSE:
In March 2024, The Altar Global hosted a conference in Dawsonville, Georgia, “For Such a Time as This”. Jenna DiTerlizzi (used with permission), Creative Director at the time, created a variety of designs for ten different products. Out of the ten products, four of them were designs with the words “Esthers Arise” in alignment with the conference theme anchored in Esther 4:14. Jenna’s inspiration for the “Esthers Arise” merchandise came out of her own personal journey with God.
In 2021 she received a prophetic word from Torrey Harper and then began to steward her word and desire to see Esthers Arise. In fact, it became Deborahs Arise, Jaels Arise, Esthers Arise, Jennas Arise. Her personal journals reflect this journey and stewardship of both her prophetic word and her intimate relationship with God consistently over the years, with a strong increase of commitment and a new journal in January 2024. She has graciously offered to share them with you (Exhibits 1 & 2).
Jenna's journal entry, September 18, 2021
“I am called to be an Esther for this generation! Esther 4:14 movement…An Esther Movement. Of laborers, a gathering anointing of Esthers, if I don’t show up, there won’t be deliverance, the voice of deliverance to break the status quo.”
At this same time the nation was awakening with a cry for Esthers to arise. Beginning in 2014, Lou Engle’s ministry carried a call to awaken ‘Esthers’ within the Body of Christ, and throughout the 2010s–2020s, ‘Esthers Arise’ emerged as a significant women’s prayer movement within his ministry. In 2024 Mercy Culture recorded their song, Esthers Arise. This inspirational phrase has become popular throughout prophetic and ministry communities.
One man said it this way… “When a thing’s time has come, God alights it on the hearts of many.” When God intends to do something, He confirms it by stirring the same burden in many hearts. (Ezra 1:5; Haggai 1:14; Philippians 2:13).
Jonathan Edwards during the Great Awakening observed something similar in revival and wrote about how “God often awakens entire communities simultaneously.” What a wonderful gift we have in the Holy Spirit to release God’s heart as a clarion call for His people to move His heart forward.
This was not plagiarism; it was God’s voice being heard and acted on within His people.
ALLEGATION NO. 2
Nancy claims that Jeremiah plagiarized “Esther’s Arise” on Altar Church merchandise:
ALTAR CHURCH'S RESPONSE:
Although Jeremiah approves product purchases, he entrusts the design and content of merchandise to his creative teams and does not typically review or approve items prior to production. Below is Jenna’s recollection of that specific product process:
Jenna DiTerlizzi Quote:
“I shared a few of the designs during a staff meeting to show what had been created so far, including the ‘For Such a Time as This’ hoodie, the ‘If I Perish, I Perish’ shirt, and what was likely the ‘Esthers Arise’ crewneck. The designs were briefly shown on a laptop to those gathered around the table, and the feedback was positive, with comments on how great the merchandise looked. I believe that Morgan and Jeremiah were present, and at the time, nothing about the designs raised any concern. The moment was a quick show-and-tell before the meeting moved on. I do not have recollection that designs were later sent for formal approval.”
On March 16, 2024, Morgan (Jeremiah’s wife) wore a t-shirt with “Esthers Arise” artwork, purchased from Jenny Weaver’s shop to Nancy’s gathering to support her and her ministry. On Sunday, March 17, The Altar Church pre-sold merchandise for the coming week’s conference. On Monday, March 18 Nancy posted on Facebook about her trademark:
Nancy Knopp Facebook post (Exhibit 5a):
Just FYI, Esthers Arise is officially trademarked. It has been for years. No one can legally use the name. Stealing dreams and words from one another is witchcraft and not of God. I am not here to expose anyone. I just want to give everyone a heads up about love, you cannot use this name for any graphic, T-shirt, conference, or ministry name. I'm so about partnering with other extra ministries or movements blessing one another and not taking from anyone. Sending love and not offended one-bit. Thanks for understanding.
Morgan seeing this post, and not aware that Esthers Arise was trademarked, called Nancy immediately to inquire if this post was about the merch they had sold the previous day, and to address any concern quickly and appropriately as “we would never intentionally use something that belonged to her”.
Because a friendship was forming Morgan sought clear communication and genuine resolution. What followed that evening was a Face Time call between the Knopps and Johnsons and resulted in a resolution with gestures of goodwill to Nancy, which she was excited about based on her texts with the Johnsons. These gestures of goodwill included the following:
• An invitation to come to the conference and partnering with her ministry.
• Covering the cost of her hotel.
• Adding Nancy’s ministry website to all the merchandise advertisements and media.
• Providing table space with other merchandise and room to sell her t-shirts and hats – which she elected not to do.
• An offer was made to give her some of the proceeds from the sale of merchandise, but she declined. In the February 2026 meeting referenced in her testimony, she described it as “blood money”.
• Nancy was offered the left-over product at no cost to her as a further gesture of good will. (Exhibit 5)
The Altar Global team went beyond what had been discussed and agreed upon. We also recognize that Nancy may have had expectations that differed from Johnson’s understanding. The platform acknowledgment of her ministry, which had been planned and scheduled, was entrusted to a member of the event team. Unfortunately, it was shared at the end of the session rather than at the intended moment, and in doing so did not carry the honor it deserved. A sincere apology is offered.
In Nancy’s testimony she states it as though it was part of what their discussion included and not followed through on. Based on the evidence, her statement was incorrect.
Months later (June 2024), Jeremiah began forming a network and discussing mentorship more broadly. Nancy expressed that she felt Jeremiah was supposed to provide covering for her, which resulted in mentorship; meeting regularly up until earlier this year (2026), often with Morgan included in those meetings. The Johnson’s spent a significant amount of time invested in Nancy.
ALLEGATION NO. 3
Nancy alleges that Jeremiah made income from “Esthers Arise”Nancy stated: “I later learned that between $30,000 and $38,000 worth of merchandise had been created and sold under that (Esthers Arise) name.”
ALTAR CHURCH'S RESPONSE:
The Altar Global former Finance Director provided the financial data for this issue. There were 10 products available for sale at the conference. If all 10 products had sold out, “the total gross revenue would have been $34,800”. However, of the items that were on sale, only 4 items had “Esthers Arise” printed on the item (Exhibit 3):
Esthers Arise Crewneck
Esthers Arise T-Shirt
Esthers Arise Hat
Esthers Arise Tote Bags
If all the products “created and sold under the ‘Esthers Arise’ name” had sold out, they would have would have generated $11,450 in gross revenue, with a net of $6,393.50 after Square fees and applicable partner and staff discounts. (Exhibits 3 & 4). However, some of the Esthers Arise merchandise did not sell. Morgan later texted Nancy to let her know that there was unsold merchandise (7 hats and a box of bags) with the Esthers Arise name and asked if she wanted the unsold merchandise. Nancy’s response was “Ok great, I will take them” (Exhibit 5). The unsold items were given to Nancy at no cost. As noted earlier in Allegation No. 3 of this report, Nancy declined any of the proceeds from the sale of the merchandise.
ALLEGATION NO. 4
In Nancy’s testimony she asserted that she “shared a prophetic word both privately with Jeremiah and publicly—regarding gatherings in barns—and that within days, Jeremiah publicly released the same word as his own.”
ALTAR CHURCH'S RESPONSE:
Sometime in the third week of October 2025, Jeremiah had a dream about gatherings in barns on fire and saw Nancy in one of the barns. He shared this with her, and in a text dated October 30, 2025, she responded, “And next time we meet, I’d like to hear more about your dream about a barn that you had with us in it… that is confirmation.” (Exhibit 6)
On October 31, Jeremiah hosted Sean and Christa Smith on his podcast and shared that he was having a vision of people gathering in barns on fire, specifically in the Midwest.
You can find this podcast HERE
On November 24, 2025, Nancy sent Jeremiah a text with a graphic for her Esthers Arise gathering scheduled for January 24, 2026, expressing excitement about confirmation, which she connected to his dream from the previous month: “Based on the confirmation of your dream—it’s happening!” (Exhibit 7)
The evidence shows that Nancy’s claim of Jeremiah plagiarizing her dream is unfounded.
ALLEGATION NO. 5
Nancy alleges that Jeremiah plagiarized a prophecy she gave at the September 2025 prayer meeting.
ALTAR CHURCH'S RESPONSE:
On September 10, 2025—the day of the assassination of Charlie Kirk—the prayer meeting mentioned in her testimony was significant. Marked by deep passion and a strong spirit of prophecy in the room. Nancy and “the deacon,” who has identified himself in her comments as Chris, were two of the three individuals praying on the microphone that day.
The following is the testimony of the third individual who prayed on the microphone, a trusted and tested member of the Wednesday prayer leadership team, known to be above reproach. Her account provides important context for evaluating Nancy’s allegation that Jeremiah plagiarized her word:
Eye Witness Testimony
“I did not have the same take on the September 2025 prayer meeting as Nancy Knopp because of three main reasons:
There was such a spirit of prophecy in the room that day that everyone who was praying on the microphone, which was me, Nancy, and Chris, had words about a spirit of murder. So, when you throw together each one receiving words as the spirit of prophecy drops them into the room and releasing on the microphone, it’s hard to say “I got a prophetic word” because the Spirit of Prophecy is just dropping what Holy Spirit is saying and whoever’s in the room listening is going to pick it up.
Secondly, the Lord had been speaking to me personally about a spirit of murder having been released into our nation since the assassination attempt against DJT in 2024 multiple times as intercession. So, when I saw later that Jeremiah released his word on Facebook, I felt a confirmation in my spirit that I had been hearing correctly from the Lord. It was also confirmation that we had picked up on something in the prayer room.
And third, I saw Jeremiah’s word on Facebook, and it did not strike me as ‘this is exactly what we just prayed today!’ I wouldn’t remember what each person said verbatim or what prophetic perspective they covered. However, if it was what we prayed I would note that in my spirit, because for me that is always a confirmation that we are all hearing the Spirit in one mind.”
Nancy stated, “A deacon who was present later joined me in confronting Jeremiah directly.” This statement suggests that she and the deacon approached Jeremiah together in accordance with the process outlined in Matthew 18:15–17. However, this never occurred. In fact, Nancy never brought this concern directly to Jeremiah. Instead, Jeremiah and Morgan initiated the conversation with Nancy during a lunch meeting on Thursday, February 5, 2026, after the deacon (Chris) forcefully and inappropriately raised his grievance for the first time in a group setting during a leadership meeting over Zoom the previous evening, February 4. The confrontational way he spoke signaled a need for an in-person meeting to understand the concerns.
During the lunch meeting with Nancy, conversation began casually but eventually shifted as Nancy shared multiple grievances held by her and her husband. Many of these concerns centered on relational expectations that had been unmet, including a desire for closer proximity and connection with Jeremiah on a friendship level. As Nancy’s level of frustration became evident, Morgan connected it to what had taken place the night before in the leadership meeting, regarding the allegation of Jeremiah plagiarizing their prayers on September 10, 2025, and raised the issue. This opened the door for broader discussion, including several matters that had been previously addressed with the Knopps. This process led to a February 26, 2026, meeting with the Johnsons and the Boxes, as elders of The Altar Global.
Separately, the deacon (Chris) approached Jeremiah independently on February 4 after a prayer meeting in a similar confrontational manner as he did the following day in the group setting. Notably, both instances occurred approximately five months after the original concern arose.
Taken together, this timeline and testimony do not substantiate the claim of plagiarism but rather point to a corporate moment of prophetic agreement. Furthermore, the concern was not addressed in a timely or biblically modeled manner but instead surfaced months later through indirect and escalated channels.
ALLEGATION NO. 6
Nancy alleges that when she and her family were considering leaving the church and stated, “the immediate response we received was a question about our financial pledge.”
ALTAR CHURCH'S RESPONSE:
We have reviewed two text messages that provide important context. First, they indicate that Paul Knopp (Nancy’s husband) initiated the conversation regarding the pledge. Second, Jeremiah’s response reflects that he released them without hesitation and communicated in a manner that was kind, thoughtful, and compassionate as follows: (Exhibits 8 & 9)
Texts between Paul Knopp and Jeremiah Johnson
Paul Knopp Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Good evening, Jeremiah. I hope you are well. We just wanted to communicate with you to let you know that we are unable to give the last of the matching donations at this time. Did you start the matching donations, or have you changed your mind about doing them?
Jeremiah Johnson Tuesday July 8, 2025
Hey there! So sorry to hear about the business. I will continue to pray for you all! No problem about the rest of the matching donation. We have been able to raise some of the money to match what you gave so thank you very much. I look forward to getting together again in August. Blessings in July!
Nancy further asserts that the message Jeremiah preached the “following Sunday” in April—part of a chapter-by-chapter teaching series through the Book of Acts, was directed toward them and intended to manipulate or imply spiritual consequences. However, there is no evidence to support this claim. The message was part of an established teaching sequence, and the timing aligns with the progression of that series rather than any individual circumstance. Based on both the available communication and consistent patterns of conduct, we do not find this interpretation to be substantiated.
FEBRUARY 2026 MEETING WITH THE KNOPPS AND JOHNSONS
The shared goal of this meeting was to provide an opportunity to talk through several issues that, while previously discussed and understood to be resolved, remained yet unresolved for the Knopps. It also created space for the Johnsons to respond with genuine repentance, where necessary, seek forgiveness, and pursue reconciliation, following a biblical five-step approach and establishing commitments for moving forward.
Because of the repeated conversations with the Knopps regarding concerns that continued to resurface—even after being considered “resolved”—they were asked to commit to leaving in the room what would be forgiven and reconciled (Jeremiah 31:34; Hebrews 8:12; Matthew 18:21–22). The intent was that these matters would not be carried outside the meeting, allowing the relationship to move forward without being defined by past offenses. This request was not made to silence concerns or avoid accountability, but to align with a biblical model of forgiveness and reconciliation. Paul understood the request to be for a non-disclosure agreement (NDA), specifically a verbal NDA. The Boxes promptly clarified that no NDA was being requested or implied and restated the request with greater clarity, communicating the heart behind the commitment being sought. The Knopps expressed agreement, and the meeting continued, with several of their concerns addressed through the giving and receiving of forgiveness.
EVALUATION OF JEREMIAH JOHNSON’S BOOKS AND SOCIAL MEDIA
As part of a thorough and responsible review process, six of Jeremiah Johnson’s published books were carefully examined to identify any potential evidence of plagiarism. Specific AI prompts were used to assess whether previously published material or prophetic language had been improperly attributed or presented as original. In addition, a comprehensive review of Jeremiah’s Facebook accounts was conducted to evaluate whether any content reflected the uncredited use of others’ words or messages. The findings from this review are reflected in the conclusions presented here.
In this process, NO EVIDENCE was found to substantiate claims of plagiarism within the materials reviewed. Furthermore, the methodology used in this examination is accessible and reproducible; others can conduct similar reviews of Jeremiah’s published and public content using comparable tools and can expect to arrive at consistent findings.
The findings were “NO EVIDENCE of plagiarism was found across multiple books.” This included his Facebook accounts. (See Exhibit 10)
SUMMARY OF FINDINGS FROM THE INVESTIGATION
After a careful and prayerful review of Nancy’s claims and recounting of events, NO EVIDENCE has been found supporting allegations of plagiarism, financial misconduct, or intentional wrongdoing. This situation reflects a breakdown in relationship, and sincere regret is expressed for any ways communication or expectations may have contributed to hurt or confusion.
Among the advisory group serving alongside Jeremiah and Morgan Johnson, there is a commitment to truth, humility, and accountability. The desire is for healing, reconciliation, and moving forward in a way that honors Christ and reflects His grace.
We recognize that Nancy carries a sincere burden and sense of stewardship regarding her mandate connected to the phrase “Esthers Arise,” and we respect her desire to protect what she believes God has entrusted to her. We would never seek to diminish that, but rather to honor it and see it flourish.
At the same time, similar language and themes have been expressed across the Body of Christ for many years—as a biblical reference, a prophetic call, and a shared expression of what many believe God is emphasizing in this season. In that same spirit, we have used this phrasing in a general and descriptive sense, as many ministries have, with the understanding that when God is stirring something, He often confirms it by placing the same burden on many hearts.
We affirm the legitimacy of protecting a distinct ministry expression or trademark, while also recognizing the broader use of similar biblical language within the Church. Our desire remains to honor what God has given Nancy, while affirming the freedom of the wider Body of Christ to respond to these shared biblical and prophetic themes.
IN CLOSING
This response has not been written lightly, but has come through prayer, counsel, and careful examination. There is deep grief that these matters, rather than being addressed in relationship, have been brought into the public sphere in a way that does not reflect the full truth or the biblical process of reconciliation (Matthew 18:15–17).
Jeremiah and Morgan have sought to respond with integrity, while also bringing clarity where statements have been made without substantiation. Their commitment remains to truth, to the health of the Body of Christ, and to walking in a manner worthy of the gospel (Ephesians 4:1).
Nancy, the ways God has used your life and voice are acknowledged and honored. Jeremiah and Morgan Johnson remain open to reconciliation grounded in truth, humility, and mutual accountability. At the same time, the account presented here is upheld as accurate and well-documented.
Our prayer is that the Lord would bring clarity where there has been confusion, healing where there has been hurt, and unity where there has been division. We entrust this fully to Him, who sees all things rightly and judges with perfect justice and mercy (Hebrews 4:13).
To The Altar Church family, we ask that you remain anchored in truth, walk in love toward all involved, and guard the unity of the Spirit as we move forward together (Ephesians 4:3).
