Headliner John Crist replaced by Kanye West at Christian youth conference

Kanye West will headline a Christian youth conference in Tennessee.

The Strength to Stand Student Bible Conference in Pigeon Force, TN, has announced a change in their line-up for the upcoming conference.

West will take the stage at the conference, replacing former headliner John Crist, reports Relevant.

After admitting to several instances of sexual misconduct and canceling the remainder of his tour, Christian comedian John Crist has also been removed as a lead speaker from the youth conference. 

• Read more: 'Destructive and sinful': John Crist admits to sexual misconduct

Scott Dawson, founder of the Strength to Stand conference, shared in a video how he came to decide on including West in the conference.

"I realized that, although this is a worldwide megastar, he was a brother in Christ," Dawson says.

KANYE WEST is bringing SUNDAY SERVICE to January’s Conference! You don’t want to miss this! pic.twitter.com/hOJRIVyPSA

— Strength to Stand (@strengthtostand) November 21, 2019

In a phone conversation, the two discussed West's faith.

"He told me his testimony. He told me his struggles, what he was still going through. He said he’s been delivered, but he’s on a growth journey with Jesus."

The Strength to Stand conference is now sold out. It is for students between grade six and university age.