Joel Osteen - Surrounded By The Most High

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When you feel overwhelmed by difficulties, remember that God is surrounding the very problems that surround you. When life feels overwhelming and problems pile up on every side, it is easy to feel stuck and defeated. In this message, Joel Osteen uses the story of Elisha from 2 Kings 6 to reveal how God works behind the scenes on your behalf. Even when you are facing sickness, debt, or unfair situations, you are protected by angels and divine favor. Joel explains how hard times and fiery trials are not meant to destroy you, but to free you from what holds you back and take you to a new level of purpose. Learn how to change your perspective, stop worrying about the future, and rest in God's power today at Lakewood Church. "You may be surrounded by trouble, but what you can't see is the most high God is surrounding what's surrounding you." - Joel Osteen This message is for anyone facing unexpected life challenges, dealing with chronic illness, struggling with financial debt, or feeling stuck in a difficult job situation. It offers hope and practical biblical encouragement for people experiencing anxiety about the future or wondering why God allows hard times. Q: How do I stop worrying when everything seems to be going wrong at once? A: Joel teaches that peace comes from changing your perspective to realize God is protecting you in the unseen realm and controlling the outcome of every problem you face. Q: Why does God allow us to go through difficult times and fiery trials? A: Joel explains that God uses hard times not to destroy you, but to burn away limitations, prove His power to others, and prepare you for greater purpose. Q: What does the Bible say about being surrounded by trouble and enemies? A: Joel shares from Second Kings and Psalms how God places a circle of protection around you, sending angels to push back dark forces and secure your victory. Q: How can I trust God when I am facing an illness or financial debt? A: Joel teaches that sickness and debt do not have the final say over your life, because God's power supersedes every natural obstacle you encounter daily. Q: Will God ever permanently deliver me from the problems I keep facing? A: Joel reveals that just as God delivered Elisha, He will permanently remove certain long-standing struggles, sicknesses, and unfair situations from your life once and for all. 2 Kings 6:17. What it means when you need God to open your eyes. Psalm 3:6. How to find peace when surrounded by trouble on every side. Psalm 34:7. How God sends angels to set up a circle of protection. 00:00 What to Do When You Feel Surrounded by Problems 01:37 2 Kings 6:17 and the Hidden Angelic Protection Around You 05:39 Psalm 3:6 and Overcoming the Fear of Your Circumstances 07:02 How God Surrounds the Enemies That Surround You 09:06 Faith in the Fiery Furnace and Standing Firm Under Pressure 13:38 Why God Allows You to Go Through Difficult Times 17:03 Job and the Hedge of Protection Around Your Life 22:28 How God Delivers You Permanently From Long Standing Struggles 26:09 Prayer to Receive Jesus and Begin a New Life 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 #OvercomingObstacles #FaithOverFear #Encouragement