Whether a person is straight or gay, Republican, Democrat, good person, not a good person, they're all welcome, because to me, church is a place you're supposed to get healed and whole and loved.
Joel OsteenWhen things gets difficult, and it seems like the intensity has been turned up, thatโs a sign you are close to your victory.
Joel OsteenThe question is not, 'Do you have a problem?' The question is, 'Does the problem have you?'
Joel OsteenSometimes we focus on the mess or the broken dream, but in all the mess God sees greatness. He knows how to take your troubles and turn them into trophies, how to take the test and make it your testimony.
Joel OsteenIt'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.
Joel Osteen