I believe God's keeping the records, and I believe you will be rewarded even in this life. Somehow, some way, God will make it up to you. It may be He protected you from an accident you never knew. You can't give God something without God giving you more in return, whether it's peace or joy or satisfaction.
Joel OsteenThe great news is that God knows everything about you, both good and bad, and He still loves you and values you unconditionally. God does not always approve of our behavior. He is not pleased when we go against his will, and when we do, we always suffer the consequences and have to work with Him to correct our thoughts, words, actions, or attitudes. And while you should work to improve in the areas where you fall short, nothing you do will ever cause God to love you lessโฆor more. His love is a constant you can depend on.
Joel OsteenAny of us can be happy and have a good attitude when everything is going our way. But I believe it's the real test of your character and of your faith to say, 'Things are not going our way, but I'm still being good to people; I'm still attending church; I still have a good attitude.'
Joel OsteenQuit worrying about how everything is going to turn out. Live one day at a time; better yet, make the most of this moment. Itโs good to have a big โ picture outlook, to set goals, to establish budgets and make plans, but if youโre always living in the future, youโre never really enjoying the present in the way God wants you to.
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