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Joel Osteen

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Joel Osteen (born 1963) is an American pastor and televangelist who leads Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas — one of the largest congregations in the United States. His optimistic, encouraging messages about faith, positivity, and personal growth have reached millions through his televised sermons and bestselling books.

“God wants us to prosper financially, to have plenty of money, to fulfill the destiny He has laid out for us.”

— Joel Osteen

Future

All Quotes by Joel Osteen

“I believe God gives you the grace to do what you need to do.”

— Joel Osteen

God

“Keep a good attitude and do the right thing even when it's hard. When you do that you are passing the test. And God promises you your marked moments are on their way.”

— Joel Osteen

Attitude

“My biggest hobby is hanging out with my family and kids.”

— Joel Osteen

Family

“Prospering just doesn't have to do with money.”

— Joel Osteen

Money

“I don't believe we are supposed to go through life defeated and not having enough money to pay our bills or send our kids to college.”

— Joel Osteen

Money

“People respond when you tell them there is a great future in front of you, you can leave your past behind.”

— Joel Osteen

Future

“Choosing to be positive and having a grateful attitude is going to determine how you're going to live your life.”

— Joel Osteen

Attitude

“I'm not for gay marriage, but I'm not for discriminating against people.”

— Joel Osteen

Marriage

“My dad had a church of 90 people when I was born. It was just, over the years it continued to grow.”

— Joel Osteen

Dad

“People in tough times - it doesn't mean they don't have a great attitude.”

— Joel Osteen

Attitude

“You can be happy where you are.”

— Joel Osteen

Happiness

“God wants to bless us where we are.”

— Joel Osteen

God

“You can change your world by changing your words... Remember, death and life are in the power of the tongue.”

— Joel Osteen

Change

“The death of my father is probably the biggest thing that I ever faced. Daddy and I were best friends.”

— Joel Osteen

Best

“I say, don't try to fight your own battles because God will do it.”

— Joel Osteen

God

“I have always believed in God.”

— Joel Osteen

God

“God wants us to prosper financially, to have plenty of money, to fulfill the destiny He has laid out for us.”

— Joel Osteen

Future

“Sometimes what works 40 years ago doesn't work today.”

— Joel Osteen

Work

“Most people already know what they're doing wrong. When I get them to church I want to tell them that you can change.”

— Joel Osteen

Change

“On Sundays when I speak, I hopefully give somebody something that they can use the next day at work or at home.”

— Joel Osteen

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