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Don't be so shortsighted that if it doesn't happen right now, you're not going to be happy. You are sowing seeds that will reap a great harvest for generations to come.

Joel Osteen

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Joel Osteen
Age: 61
Born: 1963
Born: March 5
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I spent a lot of time in India with my father. I don't know all about their religion. But I know they love God. And I don't know. I've seen their sincerity.
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A small pot boils quick. You can tell much about the depth of one's character by how quickly he 'boils'.
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Don't focus on the adversity focus on God. No matter what you go through, stay in faith, be your best each day and trust that God will use it to position you for greatness.
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You see somebody down, that's lonely, take them to lunch. Encourage them.
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Forgiveness is a choice, but it is not an option.
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It may look impossible, but God can do the impossible. Just because you don’t see anything happening doesn’t mean God is not working
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We never like to miss an opportunity to make Jesus the Lord of our life. That's why I never like to have a service without giving an invitation or writing a book, without giving an invitation and presenting that truth. I believe this is the whole key to living your best life, living a fulfilled life or becoming a better you.
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I don't have it in my heart to condemn people. I'm here to encourage them. I see myself more as a coach, as a motivator to help them experience the life God has for us.
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Whatever follows 'I AM' will always come looking for you!
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Just because we're in a STRESSFUL situation doesn't mean that we have to get stressed out. You may be in the storm. The key is, don't let the storm get in YOU.
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We live in a day that nobody's lived in before: where you can touch more people. The message I'll speak tonight and the message that I speak at home, people in India will hear. It's just an amazing day.
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The Scripture says that God blesses where men walk in unity, so we just thought it's good for us to come together as Democrats, Republicans believers, nonbelievers, all different walks of life and say hey, we are here to celebrate the goodness of God.
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Shake off the self-pity, shake off the defeat and get ready for God to do something new. He is going to pay you back for every injustice.
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Seeds of discouragement cannot take root in a grateful heart.
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Sometimes, I think if you get away from what you're called to do, it's more of a distraction.
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That's my thing - keep filled with faith. Keep doing what you can do and I believe God will do what you can't do.
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Resist discouragement by speaking His Word over your future. Keep standing. Keep hoping keep believing because He is working behind the scenes. He's going to accelerate your times and lead you into the life of victory He has for you.
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When God puts love and compassion in your heart toward someone, He’s offering you an opportunity to make a difference in that person’s life. You must learn to follow that love. Don’t ignore it. Act on it. Somebody needs what you have.
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You know, there is always times where you feel discouraged and things coming against you, but I don't know if I ever wanted to throw in the towel.
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