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Today's Word with Joel Osteen - August 28, 2012 [Devotional]
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Posted on 08/28/2012 4:40:36 AM PDT by Vision

Let God Be God

Today's Scripture

“Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for Him...” (Psalm 37:7, NKJV)

Today's Word from Joel and Victoria

Are you struggling with trying to make a dream come to pass? Are you frustrated in a relationship, trying to make someone else change or live right? You may mean well, you may have good goals, but if you are trying to orchestrate things to happen your way, on your timetable, you are only going to frustrate yourself. At some point, you have to turn those circumstances over to God and trust that He has your best interest at heart.

How do you turn things over to God? Start by making the choice and declaring your resolve. Simply say, “Father, I choose to let You be God of this situation. I take my hands off. I trust You.” Then, choose to worship Him. Worship is one of the best ways to set your heart and mind in the right place. You can’t worry and worship at the same time! Worship is a sign that you are trusting God; worry is a sign that you are trying to control things.

Today, take the pressure off yourself and turn things over to God. Give Him control and let Him take your setbacks and turn them into comebacks. Remember, the God who holds the universe holds you in the palm of His hand. Trust Him and let God be God in every area of your life!

A Prayer for Today

Father, today I choose to release every care and concern into Your loving hands. I refuse to worry and choose to trust. Fill me with Your peace. Show me Your ways as I surrender every area of my heart and life to You in Jesus’ name. Amen.



TOPICS: General Discusssion; Theology; Worship
KEYWORDS: osteen
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1 posted on 08/28/2012 4:40:45 AM PDT by Vision
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2 posted on 08/28/2012 4:41:42 AM PDT by Vision ("Did I not say to you that if you would believe, you would see the glory of God?" John 11:40)
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