Joel Osteen - You Promised

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Stop praying about your problems and start declaring what God has already promised over your life to see real change. When facing difficulties, complaining about bad circumstances or asking why things are not working out limits what can happen. In this message, Joel Osteen from Lakewood Church explains how reminding God of His promises releases favor and changes your perspective from victim to victor. Learn how speaking scripture transforms health, relationships, and financial struggles. See how praying the promises changed a family story at 05:04 and how trust shifts outcomes at 16:03. "The more you talk about the promises, the less you'll talk about your problems." Joel Osteen This message is for anyone feeling stuck in a difficult season, battling chronic illness, struggling with family conflict, or carrying the weight of past mistakes. If you are exhausted from constant worrying, feeling defeated by bad news, or waiting on a delay, these principles offer practical guidance to help you regain peace and restore hope. Q: How do I stop worrying when everything seems to be going wrong? A: Joel teaches that shifting your daily conversation from complaining about the struggle to declaring biblical promises rebuilds faith and changes your overall perspective. Q: Why is my life not changing even though I keep praying? A: Joel teaches that simply repeating the problem keeps you focused on defeat, whereas pairing your situation with God's word releases strength and breakthrough. Q: What does the Bible mean by putting God in remembrance of His promises? A: Joel teaches that declaring scripture is not for God's memory, but to align your own heart with faith and position you for unexpected favor. Q: How do I trust God when my situation seems completely impossible? A: Joel teaches that childlike faith means trusting God's ability to fulfill His word without stressing over the timing or natural details. Q: Does God still care about me if I made big mistakes in the past? A: Joel teaches that past failures do not cancel future favor, and God remains faithful to bless those who turn back to His promises. Isaiah 43:26. Reminding God of His word instead of complaining. Revelation 3:20. Opening your heart when God knocks at the door. Genesis 3:10. Overcoming fear and shame when facing the truth. Proverbs 31:28. Trusting God for restoration in family relationships. 2 Kings 7:1. Believing in supernatural provision during hard times. Genesis 28:15. Knowing God stays with you until His word is fulfilled. 00:00 Revelation 3:20 and Genesis 3:10 Meaning 01:13 How to Stop Praying the Problem 03:28 What Isaiah 43:26 Means for Your Faith 05:04 Finding Bible Verses for Waiting on Children 08:08 Bible Verses for Healing and Freedom 09:23 How to Pray for Rebellious Children 12:41 2 Kings 7 and the Miracle at the City Gates 16:03 How to Have Childlike Faith in Hard Times 18:36 God Keeps His Promises to David 20:52 Genesis 32 and Jacob Praying the Promise 25:57 Prayer to Receive Jesus 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 #PrayingThePromises #FaithOverFear #ChristianMotivation #OvercomingObstacles

Topics

• God's Promises