This is a guest post written by Jeanne
Since a few weeks, I started watching TV on Sunday mornings. I would make sure I find free time between 10.30 – 11 am. No, not to see some movies on TV, but to see and hear Joel Osteen (Lakewood Church, Houston Texas). I am happy they also show him on TV here in Europe. Joel Osteen is truly an amazing motivator and the way he does explain the Bible, God and prayers is unique and very refreshing. He brings so many positives examples and practical advices which we all can use in our daily lives. No matter if it is about careers, jobs, homes, families, health or relationships, Joel Osteen will always find the right words and restore hope and faith in your heart. And in the same way he will put new motivation and courage in your mind. Also, his humour is for sure putting a smile on your face.
Yes, I just ordered myself the 3rd book from Joel Osteen. It is more than healing my heart, it is nourishing my Soul. And reading his texts often helps to find a new and more optimistic perception about different situations in my life. When I prayed and asked God to send me new motivation and inspiration, a few days later I saw Joel Osteen on TV and later found his books. I then knew that the Angels had answered my prayer this way.
What would this planet Earth, what would your or my country look like, if we all would listen to people like Joel Osteen? What if everybody would share together his visions for peace, his faith in God, his optimism and social engagement? What if we all would pray the way he explains the power of prayers? Yes, this world would be a better place for all of us. So I would say: let’s try. It is free and we all can only win!!
You now may think that I am naïve. But I grew up like one of those kids in Joel Osteens examples. Besides other issues in my parents divorce, I had to work hard since very young, we did not have money for extras, for university or other things. Soon I had to take care of myself and did not experience the support others get from their family. Yes to be honest, I have felt sorry for myself when I was younger and of course with that wrong perception
I was not very successful in my life. There were lonely years, and also years without a job and many many doubts. But one day I was finally able to move beyond my doubts and to change my perception about life. And as I then reconnected with God my life got better again step by step. It is really like Joel Osteen says: God does answer your prayers!!
Yes, I do believe that people like Joel Osteen can help and inspire us to change our perception and with that, we can change our lives – and help others to change their lives too. We can find healing, hope, motivation and new faith, where we did not believe it is possible.
And with this, I wish you that you find new joy and new motivation in your life too. And always remember this: YOU are a child of God too. You are precious, you are unique and you can reach your goals together with God! God bless you all.
Jeanne
my website: http://jeannejess.net