It is now becoming clear that Ravi Zacharias, famed apologeticist, was also an abuser. The evidence of his abuse is widespread and global. In fact, even while settling one abuse case, he was continuing to abuse others. “According to the investigative report, however, Zacharias continued soliciting sexual images of women as he settled the case with the Thompsons, defended himself publicly, and assured the RZIM leadership and staff he did nothing wrong and there was no need to investigate.” (CT, 2.11.21)
A detailed report tells the story of a man who integrated abuse into ministry and life.
“A 12-page report released Thursday by Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM) confirms abuse by Zacharias at day spas he owned in Atlanta and uncovers five additional victims in the US, as well as evidence of sexual abuse in Thailand, India, and Malaysia.
Even a limited review of Zacharias’s old devices revealed contacts for more than 200 massage therapists in the US and Asia and hundreds of images of young women, including some that showed the women naked. Zacharias solicited and received photos until a few months before his death in May 2020 at age 74.” (CT, 2.11.21)
Lori Anne Thompson, who was a victim that was silenced with an NDA, told her story this week: https://julieroys.com/open-letter-to-rzim-from-brad-lori-anne-thompson/
For all the people looking for a hidden ring of abusers, consider looking inward. Things are not well inside the church. And until people are ready to face them head on, abuse will continue. Abuse that destroys its victims. Abuse that happens in the name of Christ. This must stop.