There's probably a balance between. I believe you have to know Christ. But I think that if you know Christ, if you're a believer in God, you're going to have some good works.
Joel OsteenYour idea may not be exactly God's idea, but I can promise you this: God's way will be better than your way.
Joel OsteenThereโs a lot that is good in your life-donโt take it for granted. Donโt get so focused on the struggles that you miss the gift of today
Joel OsteenSome of you had big dreams, but you had some disappointments & now you think itโs over. But God is saying, Begin again.
Joel OsteenYou may be at a crossroads in your life. You may have issues to deal with; people you need to forgive. You can go one of the two ways. You can ignore what you now know to be true and keep burying that bitterness in your life, pushing it deeper and allowing it to poison and contaminate you and those around you. Or you can make a much better choice by getting it out in the open and asking God to help you to totally forgive and let it all go.
Joel Osteen