Federal Agents Raided Pastor Greg Locke’s Home in Finance Investigation

Pastor Greg Locke of Global Vision Bible Church in Tennessee reported that federal agents raided his home and media business several weeks ago as part of a financial investigation. The search, which occurred during an early morning raid, involved approximately 50 to 60 agents who forced entry into his residence and Locke Media. Locke also stated that investigators served a subpoena for his congregation, though no arrest warrant was issued.

Locke, known for his controversial sermons and public defiance of pandemic restrictions, spoke about the raid during a Sunday service following a six-week sabbatical. He described the event as occurring while he was away from preaching, following the May 8 death of his son, Evan Roberts Locke, from a drug overdose. The raid, he said, was prompted by an “overabundance” of online allegations that church funds had been misappropriated.

Capt. Sam Moore of the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that local officers assisted federal agents during the raid. The sheriff’s department provided support “due to the residence being located in our jurisdiction,” according to Moore. Locke noted that investigators did not issue an arrest warrant but instead informed him of the focus of the investigation.

The allegations against Locke stem from claims by former pastors of Global Vision Bible Church, Justin and Kasey Greenwell, who accuse him of mismanaging church finances. The couple published a book titled “Pulpit of Leaves: Deception in Plain Sight,” which details their accusations. Locke claims the book has been withdrawn, though it remains listed on Amazon as “Out of Print — Limited Availability.”

Among the allegations, former church members have claimed that Locke used funds from the church’s building fund to purchase a $1.6 million home in 2024. Property records indicate the home is owned by Global Vision Bible Church, not Locke personally. Kasey Greenwell also alleged that the church received loans from individuals, but Locke controlled the details of these loans and withheld information from staff.

The situation highlights the complexities of financial accountability within religious institutions and the potential for disputes over transparency and stewardship. As the investigation continues, the case underscores the importance of ethical governance and the need for clear financial practices in organizations entrusted with public resources.

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