Victoria Osteen
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Biography
Victoria Osteen is an American author and the “co-pastor” of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas. She is married to Joel Osteen and the daughter-in-law of John Osteen.
"We talk a lot about hope, helping, and teamwork. Our whole message is that we are more powerful together."
"There are a lot of times that we feel like our hands are tied - 'I have no control over if I'm going to lose my job.' 'I have no control over if I'm going to be able to pay my bills.' You've got to realize that that's where your trust comes in. You have to trust God, and keep your hope, because your hope is what produces your faith."
"Reality TV is to popular because it allows so many people to sit on the sidelines and just watch somebody else's life. God is saying, 'Don't sit on the sidelines of life. I have put so much in you, but you have got to be strong and very courageous. You have got to step out in faith.'"
"Let me encourage you to get up every day and focus on what you do have in life. Be thankful for the blessings of the little things, even when you don't get what you expect."
"We all have circumstances and times when we may be tempted to complain, but find something to be grateful for instead. Studies show that people who practice gratefulness are happier people!"
"It’s so important that we set the tone for the day. We have to resist the temptation to start off worried, thinking about what’s wrong and all we have to accomplish. Start the day in faith, casting your worries on the Lord, trusting that He’s guiding and directing your steps."
"We only have a certain amount of energy for each day. If we use it for the wrong purpose, if we focus on the negative or dwell on whoever hurt us, then we’re not going to have the energy we need for the right purposes."
"Let me encourage you, if someone has wronged you, and you still get that cringing feeling on the inside when you see or think about that person, take it to God and allow Him to keep your heart soft and sensitive."
"As women, we're nurturers by nature. We want to make sure everyone is happy. That's a good thing, but we also have to put ourselves on that happiness list."
"The pressure you are facing is not going to break you. It’s going to make you."
"Fear is the thief of opportunity! God hasn’t given you a spirit of fear, but He’s given you power, love and a sound mind. Be bold because He is with you!"
"when you don't look at the good things around you, that you lose sight of all those good things. And you're not going to enjoy your life"
"Sometimes God Presents Opportunities That Look Insignificant Or Rather Ordinary. Perhaps You Don't See How They Fit Into The Big Picture For Your Life. But If God Is Asking You To Do Something, He Has A Purpose For It."
"I think when you have an optimistic attitude, and you believe that God is guiding you, that you will find the good things in your life and that you will lead to good relationships and good people in your life. And you can make the most of what he's given you."
"It's important to recognize that forgiveness is more than mere words it's a heart attitude that induces a spiritual transformation."
"I love David's attitude in the Bible. He wasn't afraid to go against the trends. He wasn't going to be defined by the opinions of others."
"Children touch all of our lives. We all have the opportunity to sow seeds into the next generation, and there's nothing more important that we can leave on this earth than a legacy of faith, hope, and confidence in our God."
"Choose to be kind. Choose to forgive. Let your love grow and shine so that people may look at the example of your life and glorify God in Heaven."
"Even in the tough times, He's still a good God."
"When you receive God's love and encouragement, it will empower you to do more than you ever thought possible."
"Everybody can make a choice to be more positive. It's about who you hang around and what you choose to watch on TV. What environment you put yourself in. It's easy to get a negative internal dialogue. You have to be aware of what's playing in your mind."
"As you keep your mind and heart focused in the right direction, approaching each day with faith and gratitude, I believe you will be empowered to live life to the fullest and enjoy the abundant life He has promised you!"
"When we step out in faith and use the talents He's given us, we show that we trust God, that we believe He will bless our actions and cause us to succeed."
"Well, I - you know, the scripture says that God works by faith. And you have to have faith. You have to have trust in God so that God can work."
"Choosing forgiveness opens the door of your heart and makes way for a miracle in your life."