Sometimes you have to smile by faith. If you'll smile by faith, soon the joy will follow.
Joel OsteenWhen you honor God, the storms may come, but you have a promise that others donโt have: When itโs all said and done, youโll still be standing. You may suffer a setback, but donโt get discouraged. If youโll stay in faith, God promises that when the smoke clears, when the dust settles, you wonโt be the victim, youโll be the victor.
Joel OsteenI think that God gives you your own will and choices. I don't believe that we're supposed to drag ourselves through life defeated and not see God's blessings. But you have to make the right choices and follow that still, small voice within you. Because I think that's how God leads us.
Joel OsteenMy belief as a Christian is when we receive Christ as salvation, that that gives us a guarantee for Heaven.
Joel OsteenGod loves to use ordinary people just like you and me, faults and all, to do extraordinary things.
Joel OsteenIf you feel "stuck" today, you may want to examine what you're holding on to. Be willing let go of past disappointments by choosing forgiveness. Who hurt you? Who wronged you? Release it to God. Do you need to forgive yourself? Do you need to receive God's forgiveness? Let go of the past so you can overcome disappointments and experience the bright future God has in store for you! There is freedom in forgetting!
Joel Osteen