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Today's Word with Joel Osteen - March 11, 2013 [Devotional]
Email ^ | 3/11/13 | Joel Osteen

Posted on 03/11/2013 5:45:52 AM PDT by Vision

Thank Him in Advance

Today's Scripture

“Though the fig tree may not blossom, nor fruit be on the vines...Yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will joy in the God of my salvation.” (Habakkuk 3:17–18, NKJV)

Today's Word from Joel and Victoria

We all have dreams and goals that God has placed in our hearts, things we’re believing for, situations we’re praying will turn around. These promises start off like seeds. They don’t come to pass overnight. There’s always a period of waiting involved. From the time we pray till the time we see it come to fulfillment, that’s called the trial of our faith. This is when many people get discouraged and give up. They start believing the negative thoughts, “It’s never going to happen. It’s taken too long.” Now, that seed is lying there dormant, but it’s still alive. It still has potential. You have to do your part and start watering the seed. The way you water it is by thanking God in advance and declaring His Word. You can’t wait until you receive the promise. You have to thank God that the answer is on the way!

Today, no matter what you are facing, know that God is greater than all of it. He has the answer and is working for your good behind the scenes. All through the day say, “Father, thank You that whatever I touch prospers and succeeds. Thank You that Your favor surrounds me like a shield.” Thank God in advance, water those seeds of faith, and take hold of every promise He has for you!

A Prayer for Today

Father, today I choose to rejoice in You. No matter what my circumstances look like, I know You are greater than my circumstances. I trust that You are working behind the scenes to fulfill every one of Your promises in Jesus’ name. Amen.



TOPICS: General Discusssion; Theology; Worship
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1 posted on 03/11/2013 5:45:52 AM PDT by Vision
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2 posted on 03/11/2013 5:46:17 AM PDT by Vision (Obama is king of the "Takers." Don't be a "Taker.")
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Amen.


3 posted on 03/11/2013 10:10:38 AM PDT by spetznaz (Nuclear-tipped Ballistic Missiles: The Ultimate Phallic Symbol)
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To: Vision

Amen.


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