Joel Osteen - Sleep On

About this sermon

When people walk away or plans fall apart, God is positioning you for a higher level. Learn to release the frustration. It is easy to live discouraged when people do not support you or when life strays from your timetable. In this message, Joel Osteen uses Matthew 26 and the trial in Gethsemane to reveal why God sometimes allows doors to close and support to pull back. Discover how trusting Jesus through disappointment positions you for true spiritual promotion and peace. Watch at 04:37 to see how Jesus handled unsupportive friends, and jump to 18:43 to learn why some closed doors are actually God protecting your future. For more encouragement, watch "The Power of I Am" and "Trusting God's Timing" to strengthen your faith. "You're either feeding your history or you're feeding your destiny, but you can't feed both." This message is for anyone feeling overwhelmed by broken promises, unexpected betrayals, or closed doors that leave you feeling stranded. If you are struggling to let go of past hurts, tired of trying to force people to support you, or seeking answers for why God allows delays, this message will bring peace to your spirit. Learn how to stop feeding your history so you can step into the destiny God has waiting for you. Q: What does it mean when God removes support from your life? A: When support pulls back, God is weaning you off human dependency so you rely on Him as your ultimate source and step into higher spiritual maturity. Q: How should I respond when people fail me in hard times? A: Follow the example of Jesus by choosing peace over frustration, letting go of the need for their approval, and trusting God to supply the right connections. Q: Why does God allow doors to close unexpectedly? A: Closed doors are often God's divine protection from unseen dangers, redirecting your path toward bigger opportunities and greater blessings aligned with your purpose. Q: How do I stop living in the past after a deep disappointment? A: You must stop reliving past hurts, declare peace over former failures, and focus your thoughts on God's promises of restoration, joy, and a brighter future ahead. Q: What is the spiritual significance of a Gethsemane season? A: Gethsemane represents a critical test of trust where remaining peaceful despite discomfort proves you are spiritually ready to receive God's promotion and divine resurrection. 1. Matthew 26:36-45 - God's strength is sufficient when people fail you. 2. Psalm 46:10 - Surrendering control releases God's power in life. 3. Isaiah 61:3 - God trades past ashes for beauty and joy. 4. Proverbs 3:5-6 - Trusting divine wisdom brings direction through setbacks. 00:00 Why trying to control everything causes constant frustration 01:53 How to be still and let God handle your battles 03:46 What Jesus taught us about handling unsupportive friends 05:52 Why God removes people from your life for a reason 08:05 How to stop wasting energy on people who discount you 10:05 What to do when God is weaning you off human support 12:38 Why you should never base your self-worth on people's approval 14:59 How to stop feeding your history and start feeding your destiny 18:43 Why closed doors are actually God's divine protection 22:29 How God turns disappointment into a divine resurrection If you are in need of prayer today, our ministry team would love to stand in faith with you. Reach out to us here: https://joelosteen.com/prayer Subscribe to receive weekly messages of hope, encouragement, and inspiration from Joel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvxWyn4rfcI2H9APhfUIB1Q?sub_confirmation=1 Follow #JoelOsteen on social X: https://twitter.com/joelosteen Instagram: https://instagram.com/joelosteen Facebook: https://facebook.com/joelosteen TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joelosteen Thank you for your generosity! To give, visit https://joelosteen.com/give #JoelOsteen #TrustGod #FaithOverFear #PeaceOfMind #Sermon