Your words affirm me today! And I believe one reason that I've seen God's favor is I have learned to ask big when my father went to be with the Lord nineteen ninety nine I had never ministered before was a bold prayer to say God, I'm asking you to help me not only maintain what my parents have built, but help me to take it much further. I too like Joel but also listen to several others to learn from them. Jesus said in Luke twelve thirty two. Love this! (lol), Im a little late to the party, but I was fascinated by all the responses, as well as, your honest assessment of Joel Osteen. Ask me to give you the secret petitions of your heart. A mechanic came out from the airport to help us and he worked and work, but he couldn't get anything go. As well as a couple of Blue, Green and Orange Slipper chairs so I can finally have some company over and to replace the lift recliner that is also broken, the back and the footrest are broken on it. It bothered me that our pastor spent half his sermons building himself up and using secular anecdotes to illustrate biblical messages for most of his sermons. Im grateful too! Its great to hear from you. Perhaps you might enjoy reading the follow-up post in this series: https://melanieredd.com/day-quit-listening-joel-osteen-part-2/ If your in the non profit game then you shouldnt be gaining this much wealth. But, they are so misleading to the unsaved because they are being taught that it is all about them and what they want. He knows best. Such as Remarriage with first S]use still living is Adultery in Gods eyes. Joel Osteen has always thrown up red flags for meI didnt know why. Em Mckinney, Amen! You do not need anyone to tell you how to act, how to pray, how to listen, how to lovebecause God gave it in His words and demonstrate it through Jesus. Even if it does not line up with what we want. When you pray God sized prayers, you will see the greatness of God's power. My heart is receptive. We are so blessed to have Joel here as the Lord's Servant to help us understand. I have truly enjoyed reading your article and all the responses! God touched Victor's heart. Start Your Day With These Inspiring Devotionals From Guideposts. Dear Sister in Christ , perhaps this could be the reason you still have not received the full blessings of Gods will for your family? <