Joel Osteen – Your Wings Are Coming

About this sermon

You can move past feeling stuck in life when your current situation looks impossible and permanent. We all face situations in life that feel permanent, whether in our career, health, or relationships. Joel Osteen teaches at Lakewood Church that what you see today is subject to change. Using the transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly and Elijah praying for rain in the desert, this message reveals how God works behind the scenes to bring supernatural acceleration. Watch at 02:44 as Joel explains caterpillar DNA and at 14:30 for the meaning of the cocoon stage. "Your idea of flying and God's idea of flying are totally different." - Joel Osteen This message is for anyone experiencing burnout, feeling trapped in a stalled career, or struggling with long term financial or health challenges. If you feel like you are working hard without making progress or stuck in an uncomfortable waiting season, these words offer practical hope and perspective to keep believing for a breakthrough. Q: Why do I feel like my life is never going to change? A: Joel teaches that current circumstances are temporary and subject to change because God continuously works behind the scenes to bring supernatural increase and transformation in His timing. Q: How do I stay positive when nothing is improving? A: Joel explains that you must focus on what God promises in your spirit rather than what you see with your eyes, trusting that God completes what He started. Q: What does the Bible say about waiting on God during hard times? A: Joel shares how Elijah kept praying for rain seven times despite seeing clear skies, showing that persistent faith activates God's promises even when conditions look worst. Q: Why do problems get worse right before a breakthrough? A: Joel teaches that uncomfortable seasons are like a cocoon where God transforms you, using restriction and difficulty to prepare you to step into a higher dimension. Q: How can I overcome feeling limited by my background or resources? A: Joel emphasizes that you should never reduce God's promises to fit your current faith, but rather stretch your expectations to receive supernatural opportunities beyond your own effort. 1 Kings 18:41. What to do when you need a breakthrough in a dry season. 00:00 When You Feel Stuck and Unable to Move Forward 01:25 Why Your Current Circumstances Are Subject to Change 02:44 What the Caterpillar Teaches Us About Hope 05:45 Expecting Supernatural Acceleration in Your Life 07:55 1 Kings 18 and Hearing the Sound of Rain in a Drought 10:16 Why It Takes Faith to Keep Looking for Answers 14:30 What the Cocoon Stage Means for Your Struggles 17:00 Overcoming Huge Obstacles and Legal Battles 20:00 Trusting God When You Feel Like Giving Up 25:30 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 #FeelingStuck #OvercomingObstacles #FaithOverFear #HopeAndEncouragement