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Salvation and Christ's love is a gift. You don't earn it. You've got to receive that gift. I think one of the most important things is starting off the day forgiving others and forgiving yourself. You learn from your mistakes, but I don't think you have to drag them back into today.

Joel Osteen

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Joel Osteen
Age: 61
Born: 1963
Born: March 5
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You're not better than anybody else, but you're not less than anybody else. You're a child of the Most High God.
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I believe God, Jesus, died that we not just go to Heaven but that we excel in this life. I never think you make money your goal... God wants you to excel. Just keep Him in first place, and God will open up doors you never dreamed of.
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I'm not for gay marriage, but I'm not for discriminating against people.
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Faith is about trusting God when you have unanswered questions.
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Other people's opinions do not determine your potential.
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