Oh, but maybe you do! Thanks again. Finally, I sat down across the aisle in a different seat. And I heard about this old country farmer. That is what God commands us to do. There are lots of scriptures I wish werent in the Bible. I think the point has been completely missed here. My faith propels me to meet my goals., 4. Being motivational and positive does not make someone Biblically sound. There was nothing pious about my experience and it bothered me to watch our worship leader talk about football from the stage in the middle of worship songs. Melanie. I thank God that he didnt answer some of my prayers, because sometimes what I thought was the best for me wasnt the best at all. After the stroke, I had lots of time while recovering to listen to different preachers along with Joel Osteen and it was not long before I moved on from them. Hes a wonderful person (with great intentions) on the platform and off and you should come by Lakewood Church and see for yourself. . I love knowing that we can trust Him to provide for us exactly as He wishes. Part of releasing His help is through praying bold prayers. I hope you have a wonderful day today! Blogging with grace takes a lot of prayer and many deep breaths. I was so happy, it was crazy to like something this much. Blessings. No one asked you to like him but to treat someone (anyone) like what is being done is not what God would want us to do. Like this pastor, the right people will show up at the right time like little Jimmy. So I hear what you are saying. When she finally drove off, she didn't wave goodbye to us. Glad to connect with you~ I may not agree with everything he says, but I do believe that he has a message that should be heard and Ive never heard of anything he said that isnt biblical. Ministers who have multiple houses and wear big diamond rings should be ashamed. In fact they walked through many trials themselves just like all of us. Blessings, Now I dont know why Mrs. Olsteen got her house and many others dont. Take the limits off a God? These people who call themselves pastors and dont preach the truth will one day stand before God and answer for misleading their flock. Jesus said in Luke twelve thirty two. God is saying, I dare you to ask me to bring it to pass. Thanks for stopping by! It keeps them stunted, as an infant in faith. If you have a dream of a new house, it is God who placed that dream in your heart. Sure I liked to hear Joels uplifting message, who doesnt? I agree with most of what youve said except for your statement that some prayers go unanswered. God bless you. It took 15 years for me to see the truth that was right in front of me. https://melanieredd.com/prosperity-gospel-theology/, https://melanieredd.com/day-quit-listening-joel-osteen-part-2/, http://www.melanieredd.com/day-quit-listening-joel-osteen-part-2/, Lynna @ Homeschooling without Training Wheels. It is a non-dated, 365-day book that invites you to connect with God in ways thatwill inspire and uplift youwhilegivingyour prayer practice afreshboost. And, sometimes there is a unique tension of balance between two passages. I hope you will stop by again. Keep sounding out the truth! I appreciate you stopping by to leave a kind word! You have blessed me by stopping by~ The book of Ezekiel explains the job of the preacher. Melanie. Thanks so much for stopping by to share your thoughts today. I wanted to say, Mother, you are grounded. Maybe I wouldn't have met Victoria, maybe I wouldn't be up here. The author makes no claims of perfection. Melanie, I! Hes no more guilty than others whos teaching is lopsided in another way. I too like Joel but also listen to several others to learn from them. In a World filled with half truths, you are a beacon of light. So beautifully written. We do love to hear what we love to hear dont we! I wish everyone would stop ganging up on this poor woman for speaking in a vulnerable way, her personal experience. God meets us at the level of our faith. Hey Colleen, True, I heard inspirational words, but these inspirations were more about life style and none about conviction. I had forgotten about Dr. Rogers comment. The bible says Christ was rich and he came on earth so that we, out of his poverty may become rich, 2Corinthians 8:9, He promises that He will give us treasures stored up in dark places and riches stored up in secret places Isaiah 45,the bible tells us, all things are possible to those that believe, it tells us to speak things that are not as though they were, when we are weak we must say Im strong, when Im poor say that Im rich. Sign in to comment SHOW ONLY: I have not been able to drive in a car solo for over three years now. God's Word is a light unto our feet and light unto our pathway! God bless. I was tired. I appreciate your visit and your kind comments today. Did you study your finances to learn how to manage a larger mortgage payment? Part of releasing His help is through praying bold prayers. Too often we disqualify ourselves. Join me as I claim Restorations galore for me , my son and his family and indeed all the families of my loved ones especially the family of our brother who passed suddenly in 2018. Remember that no matter how long a Christian you are, most times the most basic commands that Jesus gave, like Love your neighbor as yourself, people just struggle. Appreciate your encouragement and your thoughtful words today. You can check out the second article that I wrote to follow up with my biblical reasoning. Otherwise, pulling that latch may indeed have been one of the last things that I ever did! 21 Quick Powerful Declarations. You bless me! Guys please pray for me I have a long way to go but Jesus is leading pray that I and everyone will follow !! Modesty (like Billy Graham) really commands my respect. He has such an amazing platform and opportunity. Melanie, Best comment I read here!seriously!!!! Blessings, All by scripture! We need to simply say with Job: The Lord gives and takes away blessed be the name of the Lord., Thank you! What He started, Hes going to finish. And we are only in our 20s!)). I will never be the same in Jesus name. Believe it or not once upon a time I brought into it. I couldnt believe it. Prayer for Today Father, thank You that You have Your ways of preparing tables for me when I face negativity and critics. God is good! I hope you subscribe so you can receive the latest podcast to keep you inspired all through the week. I thought about where would Victor be if this mother had not dared to pray these God sized prayers? I really appreciate you and hearing what you have to share. Here are some motivating declarations by Joel Osteen to jump start your day! 2:25) Please enable the javascript to submit this form, Click to Join the Joel Osteen Telegram Community, Please check I have not received any sermons since May 6th. Melanie. While I dont question his motives, thats between him and God and I cant know his heart, I agree 100% that his teaching is not sound. The greatest gift you can give someone is your time, your attention, your love, your concern. Give Hope to give again today. I listen to the divine guidance I am given., 3. It brings a smile to his face. I am exactly who I need to be in this moment., 6. David could have said, God, I'm just a shepherd boy. Maybe we wouldn't have. Amen, sister. Be a Prisoner of Hope - Joel Osteen Daily Devotion (May-02-2023), Grow Through It - Joel Osteen - Sunday Sermon, Its Your Time - Joel Osteen Daily Devotional (May-01-2023), Peace, Be Still - Joel Osteen Daily Devotion (May-01-2023), God is in Control of the Storm - Joel Osteen, Destiny | Ready to Rise - Joel Osteen Motivation (May-17-2020) . Joshua prayed for more daylight. Thanks so much for stopping by to leave a kind word! It has been more of a curse than a blessing but I am stuck with this answered prayer. The Bible says the gate is straight and the way is narrow and there will be FEW that find it. Somehow I liked his preaching, yet in the end I was left with a sense of envy and contempt for all the ritches he has accomplished. Blessings, ATGW was created to help awaken peoples minds to their greatness. God bless you for speaking truth in love. Unfortunately, I feel you post uses Joels name to help you advance your own self intentions. I believe you did it in an honest and loving way. No one said a word, the Sunday school teacher just pointed to the next person that had something to say. I come from a family of pastors, raised in church and served in many aspects of ministry and the times I have heard P. Joel minister it has been a blessing in my life, even through my trials that I had to walk through. A couple of weeks later, the little calf was born. You are wise and compassionate. 2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy. Mighty Lord, I come before you today to thank You for all the blessings that You have given me. Melanie. 2014 - 2023 Sermons Online. Our whole LIFE should model after Jesus, not any human being no matter who they are. What if the only reason it's not happening is because you're not asking? Blessings, and Merry Christmas to you and your family~ 1. Im sure he is a great guy. I dont believe I attacked the Osteens, but I have respectfully disagreed with them on some significant theological differences. Thank you for sharing what God has put on your heart and the courage to publish this. The Prosperity Gospel is dangerous on so many levels: it leaves you believing that if Gods not blessing you materially, your faith is weak, or worse, that if God IS blessing you materially, that you must have immense faith! Let's find out! And, thank you for your positive, encouraging, and thoughtful comments. What steps did you take to get a new house? However, the main objective is to make 100% certain, that people cease from sin if they are living in it, and that they do not go back into sin if God has saved them from it. In Jesus' Name, Amen. Melanie. Joel is well-trained and a great communicator. I listen to Joel a lot and have read all his books and you have his messages all wrong. point is.why did God let me have this SSR? I was moved by your article, showed me that not everyone just wants their itching ears scratched.. because then it becomes too good to be true. Melanie~ Take action and believe in yourself. Because you know ask and it shall be given. Hey Betsy, It didn't turn over and over. Thats not how it works lol. I don't even know why I said it, but I prayed God let her find the cure for cancer. Melanie. Thanks for sharing your story with me, Ana. I wrote a follow-up piece to express my specific concerns. So, I learned to pray for what I want but only according to His will, and if it isnt so, for Him to take the desire away. Im glad your faith was strengthened rather than crippled by all of this! Hope you have a blessed day~ You were meant for something else. Final thoughts, John 15:7 If ye abide in me, and my words abide in you, ye shall ask what ye will, and it shall be done unto you. Great cautionary tale, however I think Osteens messages are intended to be used as motivational material. Hope you and your family have a wonderful weekend~ My mission is to inspire millions of people to become entrepreneurs by awakening their minds to their greatness that resides within them. Thanks so much for stopping by to leave a good word today. Affirmations are a great way for you to reprogram your mind and visualize the life of your dreams. And my brother Paul and I and my friend Johnny got the battery cables and we drove my car up there and put the cables on my mom's car. Jesus taught the disciples to believe for the impossible, and that they would have what they say. I said, Dear God, thank you for not letting me have my way. Thank you, Robbin. One prophet prayed for protection. The BIBLE teaches that we SHOULD call out those teaching falsly! Yes. Joel may be a little full of himself and not the true word of God. Yes praying for the home is essential but also having direction and realizing when hes sheltering you from a potential storm is even better. You've got to send your words out in the direction you want your life to go. Joel inspires us all to follow what scripture promises. Because I believe thats his destiny. Context, context, and more context. The problem is that people hate too much. I cannot put a timeframe on God. Don't ask me to just keep your children out of trouble. Blessings, Dr Rogers called them cotton candy preachers, all honey and no bees. Hi there. Thanks for stopping by to leave a good word today. I was so inspired, but every message can not be uplifting. There are hundreds of promises that you have every right to pray and ask God to bring to pass. Continue to pull me to Yourself, guide me in my journey, and hold me close in Your bosom until the day I come home to be with You forever. My opinion is if yoy have 30,000 followers, you are preaching to itchy ears. Blessings, But was instead blessed with another, which they were satisfied with. I am horrible with money. Remember thoughts, feeling, and actions. They put a latch up top, where you had to use both hands to open the emergency door. I hear your concern over my calling out Joel. God does know what is best for us. The best thing anyone could do is to turn away from the false teachers and find a good Bible Beveling church that preaches the king James Bible. Great message. Maybe we do this because it sounds so good! One of our other staff members tried as well. Not just Joel but any other .. even other people in general . I have always and will always try my best., 23. There is however, the issue of Gods will. Hey Melissa, Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this blogs author and/or owner are strictly prohibited. Thanks, Fred, for sharing your story with me! I need to get in the car and trust God. Thanks for sharing. So, the idea is consistent with Scripture. Thank you for stopping by to leave a comment today. God has called each of us to be champions; you are destined to win. and then a divorce . Gods ways and thoughts, are enormously greater than mine. So, I pray that the truth will prevail and that God will use my words to encourage many. I think it is time to move on and go to more positive matters. My wife never yelled and screamed that I was crazy. We all seem to have bought in to that entitlement idea like God owes us something. The engine wouldn't turn over it all. But God is full of mercy and doesnt bless us based on our performance. But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. I am capable of overcoming any money obstacles that stand in my way., 4. Thanks for listening to our podcast and thanks for supporting the ministry. So my point is .. pls dont write about other men or women of God. You don't have the talent. Too often, were shortsighted. God set him free from the drugs, from the gangs, from the violence. However, one day I tuned in and was very surprised by the positive message Joel gave based on scripture. He isnt a typical prosperity preacher telling you youll get rich. He never does what I want.. 3 Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good. I appreciate you stopping by to leave a comment today! Every one of them has his or her own slant. Im actually Catholic/Jewish but practice Buddhism. I think I get where you are coming from, and I appreciate your honesty. My life has definitely been filled with a lot of trials and tribulations since my Christian walk began. I completely disagree, Joel Osteen is a phenomenal speaker. God blesses people in many different ways. And actually, what you are doing right now is putting her down, despite your rebuke of her for supposedly doing the same. I am thankful for all my brothers and sisters in Christ but I especially enjoy learning and growing when I listen to Dr. Charles Stanley, Pastors:David Jeremiah, Robert Jeffress, and Chuck Swindoll to name a few. Praying over you and your family today! Oh, to speak the truth in love that is one of my greatest desires right now! I pray the prayer of Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. I can do what it says I can do today. She was idolizing a house, and she has shifted her prayer and faith back to the one and only, Jesus Christ. Thats itand thats everything well ever need. God, let them be history makers. HOPE IN GOD | All Things Are Possible - Morning Inspiration to Motivate Your Day. May God give you peace as he directs your Path. I hope you will stop by again. Its not logical to base a decision to completely stop listening to Osteen bases on this one sermon. Melanie. I am wealthy and living on my own terms., 34. She'd give him a hug and say, Victor, God's hand is on your life. Also, my husband was paralyzed 5 years ago and I have prayed for healing since then. Though it may not be the answer I wanted, Ive come to believe everything God answers is for reasons, I am not fully ever aware ofuntil the next window or door opens or closes. I didnt want to be reminded over and over of how many members his church has, or how many few it started with. To those who dont see Terras point: The problem is that many people put their trust in a pastor instead of in God. Sometimes, God has something better for us. Affirmations are a great way for you to reprogram your mind and visualize the life of your dreams. I really appreciate you and your encouraging comments. God helps me to do what I believe is not possible., 11. Just remember when listening to speakers you take what you want to hear. I also realize WE sometime try to acquire material things instead of spiritual blessings. In retrospect, I now realize that if I had taken that position, I probably would not have returned to Lakewood Church to start a television outreach. These curses or blessing (not really sure what to call them) that befell me have not made me disbelieve in God, I still have heaven to look forward too no matter how difficult life gets. I looked over. Thank you, Susie! The desires of your heart as explained by Matthew Henry Commentary is this: to know, and love, and live to God, to please Him and to be pleased in Him. The only desire with guaranteed delivery in this life is God himself: Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you (James 4:8). And thats true, he is positive, his sermons are positive, his ministry is positive. Dian, Melanie.I was encourage to read this because from the first time I heard Joel I didnt like his sermon style. Thank you Jesus for all you have done and to God be the glory for all you have done for me in the precious name of Jesus! good advice! We're praying for you. I do believe that some Pastors are what you call materialistic ministers who use the ministry like a business, rather than a humble passage to teach the word of God. Joel is positive. God bless you. been on the glance out for such information. Hope you will drop by again! TODAY'S WORD: Notice that in today's Scripture David didn't just pray and say, "Okay, God, I . Thanks so much for stopping by to leave a comment. And, I do think lots of people are led astray by teachings like these. Thanks for sharing your perspective. I have been praying for a comfortable desk chair with a high back with lumbar support, thick cushioned short seat and cushioned arms for a year now as my chairs back is broken. I dont understand where it says in the Bible that you are to point fingers and publicly humiliate another believer. Its Gods word which is alive! Please dont be like the rest of the world that doesnt know him and assumes things. Hope you have a blessed day~ A month before they were to move in, the building inspector informed them that their parking lot was too small, lest they doubled the amount of parking spaces they would not be able to occupy the building. I believe just like the church has many members and is the body of Christ And everyone has different purposes but just as important as the next person ,I believe God uses preachers in the same way. So, it is a matter of spiritual balance that comes from an intimate relationship with Christ, hearing His will for our lives. Amen, Megan! I pray that God will lead more people to see the truth and to realize there is so much more to the Gospel than prosperity! Your morning is coming. About that time, Johnny came over and started pulling on the table release, and he couldnt get it out either. He preaches with positivity because who would listen to a negative sermon telling you youre never going to get what you want, stop praying for it? The problem was they had used all the land to build on. I say that because not everyone is receptive to hearing the word. I dont claim to be perfect , no where near it , but it saddens me that you felt the need to point the finger at the Olsteens rather than just merely state your opinions or beliefs . Difficult times don't come your way just so you can survive them; God uses these times in your life to form and refine you. He wants my salvation, period. I didnt know what he had in store. As his seem to be. God meets us at the level of our faith. God created you to be in Jesus name. Joel Osteen. Don't focus on the adversity; focus on God. drove down to car dealer here in sand springs, walked in, and the finance man said, sure, fine, here is your down payment back, and voided the deal. God bless you! Blessings, Whenever Ive tried sharing this about him with others I get negativity. Why don't you just ride with me and we'll come back tomorrow and get it? The universe naturally takes care of me and my needs., 27. But I think I learned even more reading through the comments. I appreciate you and your visit today. I always prayerfully consider every comment that a person takes the time to leave. Jakes Prayer Line -(888) 868-2497. For many, myself included for years, I didnt realize it but I was going to different churches based on the sermons and the pastor(s). But for these preachers telling you to seek God for material things, healing, blah-blah-blah, is the red flag millions of their followers should see, and run as far away from them all, as soon as possible. I DO understand!! Joel may not be right for you, but God put Joel in this position of authority so who are we to judge? He knows best. Posting why someone is not listenable would seem judgemental but I do my best not too judge. Sounds interesting. Like working on our characters which is much more important. Nobody more than my own children. Melanie. I dont believe Joel is appointed by God whatsoever!