I 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 OsteenSome of you had big dreams, but you had some disappointments & now you think itโs over. But God is saying, Begin again.
Joel OsteenThe sad truth is, if you push hard enough, and if youโre so stubborn that you must have things your way, God will sometimes allow you to undertake a project without His blessing or at the wrong time. The problem with that, of course, is when you start something in your own strength and in your own timing, youโre going to have to finish it and maintain it in your own strength.
Joel OsteenIf you'll spend time praying for people instead of talking about them, you'll get better results.
Joel OsteenPeople will try to label you not good enough, too slow, too old, too many mistakes. You can't stop negative comments or prevent negative labels, but you can choose to not let them hold you back.
Joel OsteenDon'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.
Joel Osteen