I can understand the author’s criticism of JO as a ‘prosperity pastor’, but her opinion that one needs to be college educated to speak the word of God smacks of elitism. As Christians we’re all to be prepared to speak the gospel to the world, not just the seminary-trained.
I enjoy Joel Osteen’s sermons. He quotes the Bible often and uses everday language to get his points across.
No, he is not a Hell and brimstone preacher who yells and tells you “you’re going to Hell if you don’t do what I say”.
He preaches on the love of God and how to live a Godly life. Jesus didn’t go screaming and yelling at people either. His message was one of love and faith.
I remember somewhere reading judge no that ye be not judged.
I will take Osteen’s positive message anyday over one that uses the negative approach.