Joel Osteen Quotes

A collection of quotes by Joel Osteen.

Joel Osteen is a renowned American televangelist, pastor, author, and motivational speaker. He was born on March 5, 1963, in Houston, Texas, to John Osteen, the founder of Lakewood Church, and his wife, Dodie Osteen. After his father's passing in 1999, Joel succeeded him as the senior pastor of Lakewood Church, which transformed into one of the largest congregations in the United States.

Known for his charismatic speaking style and optimistic messages, Osteen's sermons emphasize the power of positive thinking and personal empowerment through faith in God. His uplifting and relatable approach has resonated with millions of followers worldwide, earning him a significant presence on television through his weekly broadcasts.

Apart from his religious work, Osteen is a prolific author. He has written several best-selling books, including "Your Best Life Now," "Become a Better You," and "The Power of I Am." These books blend spirituality, self-help, and personal development, with an aim to inspire and motivate readers to live a more fulfilling life.

Despite facing criticism for his prosperity gospel teachings and some controversies surrounding his ministry, Osteen continues to have a substantial influence in the realm of televangelism. His positive message has led to immense popularity and has made him a recognized figure, both within the Christian community and in popular culture.

I believe that God has put gifts and talents and ability on

I believe that God has put gifts and talents and ability on the inside of every one of us. When you develop that and you believe in yourself and you believe that you're a person of influence and a person of purpose, I believe you can rise up out of any situation.

It's easy to get negative because you get beat down. You go

It's easy to get negative because you get beat down. You go through a few disappointments and it's easy to stay in that negative frame of mind. Choosing to be positive and having a grateful attitude is a whole cliche, but your attitude is going to determine how you're going to live your life.

Let go of yesterday. Let today be a new beginning and be the

Let go of yesterday. Let today be a new beginning and be the best that you can, and you'll get to where God wants you to be.

God made you a masterpiece - be blessed, secure, disciplined

God made you a masterpiece - be blessed, secure, disciplined and equipped.

When you give up yourself, that's when you will feel the tru

When you give up yourself, that's when you will feel the true spirit of Christmas. And that's giving that's serving others and that's when you feel fulfilled.

Don't ever criticize yourself. Don't go around all day long

Don't ever criticize yourself. Don't go around all day long thinking, 'I'm unattractive, I'm slow, I'm not as smart as my brother.' God wasn't having a bad day when he made you... If you don't love yourself in the right way, you can't love your neighbour. You can't be as good as you are supposed to be.

People define Christianity differently. I think a large port

People define Christianity differently. I think a large portion of our population are Christians, they're not all growing in their faith, they're not all active, but I believe that a lot of people believe in Jesus and believe that he is their Lord and Savior.

I made a decision when my father passed away that I was goin

I made a decision when my father passed away that I was going to be who God made me to be and not try to preach like my father.

I think Bible principles are principles for life.

I think Bible principles are principles for life.

You may never get to that perfect world that you're waiting

You may never get to that perfect world that you're waiting for where everything's going to be perfect and you got that much money and your house paid off.

My parents were the same in the pulpit as they were at home.

My parents were the same in the pulpit as they were at home. I think that's where a lot of preachers' kids get off base sometimes. Because they don't see the same things at both places.

I don't believe we are supposed to go through life defeated

I don't believe we are supposed to go through life defeated and not having enough money to pay our bills or send our kids to college.

Christmas is the perfect time to celebrate the love of God a

Christmas is the perfect time to celebrate the love of God and family and to create memories that will last forever. Jesus is God's perfect, indescribable gift. The amazing thing is that not only are we able to receive this gift, but we are able to share it with others on Christmas and every other day of the year.

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Your best days are still out in front of you

Your best days are still out in front of you

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Faith is about trusting God when you have unanswered questio

Faith is about trusting God when you have unanswered questions.

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You can live your life angry, bitter, mad at somebody or eve

You can live your life angry, bitter, mad at somebody or even guilty, not letting go of your own mistakes, but you won't receive the good things God has in store.

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A good thing to remember is somebody's got it a lot worse th

A good thing to remember is somebody's got it a lot worse than we do.

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God didn't make a mistake when He made you. You need to see

God didn't make a mistake when He made you. You need to see yourself as God sees you.

Faith

I didn't try to copy my dad or fit into the pressure or the

I didn't try to copy my dad or fit into the pressure or the mold that everybody tried to make me fit into.

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I think God's justice is making wrongs right.

I think God's justice is making wrongs right.

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