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However, many people who follow Osteen do so because of the promise of becoming wealthy and successful in this world. It is not the same message Jesus taught.
Material rewards is a central teaching in the Osteen church.
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I have seen enough to know it is true.
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Like I said earlier: "The Bible says "I am come that you might have life and have it more abundantly". Jesus said this meaning the fruits of the Spirit, which a believer will receive, will make our lives more joyous, and also make our lives eternal. Abundant in quality of spiritual well being, and abundant in duration. Material well being often follows spiritual well being, but not always."
However, many people who follow Osteen do so because of the promise of becoming wealthy and successful in this world. It is not the same message Jesus taught.
Thanks for sharing that Jerwade. It was very timely as only a moment before It was impressed on my heart to tell a loved one of mine that the way forward is to let go of the past.
It's funny how we can say the bible is inspired, but have a minister inspire us to have faith in God to meet us in this life of trouble and inspiration Is now considered acceptable
Faith and faithfulness pleases God. In pleasing God through faithful obedience and trust we will reap the blessings, but the motive should not be for self but for love for God and others.
Faith and faithfulness pleases God. In pleasing God through faithful obedience and trust we will reap the blessings, but the motive should not be for self but for love for God and others.
Faith and faithfulness pleases God. In pleasing God through faithful obedience and trust we will reap the blessings, but the motive should not be for self but for love for God and others.
If you cannot or do not love yourself you are deceiving yourself if you think you can love others. All you can give them is yourself, the self that is touched by God.
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