Kanon Tipton is a third-generation Pentecostal preacher who has become a YouTube sensation, with his sermons viewed over 4 million times. Despite being only 4 years old, Kanon first stepped up to the pulpit at just 21 months. During that initial moment, he took the microphone from his grandfather and delivered a baby babble sermon, stunning everyone present.
Kanon’s father, Damon Tipton, sees his son’s sermonizing as a “phenomenon.” Although Damon acknowledges that Kanon is mimicking adult preachers, he firmly believes that his son has a special divine touch.
Public reactions to Kanon’s preaching are varied. Paul Bentley from the Daily Mail finds Kanon irresistibly cute, especially when he declares, “The Lord is here tonight!” The Huffington Post editors are impressed by Kanon’s emotional delivery and dramatic style, noting that it resembles that of a seasoned preacher.
However, not everyone is convinced. Diane Werts from Newsday remains skeptical, suggesting that a National Geographic Channel documentary on young preachers, including Kanon, implies that their excitement might be a result of coaching by their guardians to shape them into “Stars for Jesus.”
This documentary raises questions about the authenticity of Kanon’s passion, leading viewers to watch and form their own opinions. Check it out for yourself below.