Top 210 Quotes by Joel Osteen

Sometimes, I think if you get away from what you're called to do, it's more of a distraction.

I think a big test we all face in life on a regular basis is that discouragement test. Life's not always fair, but I believe if you keep doing the right thing, God will get you to where you are.

When I used to play sports, I'd be the one cheering the team on, 'Come on, we can beat these guys!' That's just in me.

You can change your world by changing your words... Remember, death and life are in the power of the tongue.

A lot of churches have not moved with the times.

It's flattering to people who stop you and say that you've helped them and all. But, again, you know, you've got to stay humble because as quick as you came up, you can come down.

Choosing to be positive and having a grateful attitude is going to determine how you're going to live your life.

When you focus on being a blessing, God makes sure that you are always blessed in abundance.

When you give up yourself, that's when you will feel the true spirit of Christmas. And that's giving that's serving others and that's when you feel fulfilled.

I think sometimes the critics want me to beat people down, and that's not in me. I want to lift people up.