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Loved the book. Agreed with almost everything in it except for chapter on Keep Yourself Happy. I believe the statement he makes "God does not want you to sacrifice your happiness to keep somebody else happy." is somewhat inconsistent with the teachings of the bible, and furthermore a significant portion of my happiness comes from making others happy, expecially my own adult children. Too many Americans are quick to take care of everyone else but their own. The other thing I disagree with is that you can take Jesus and God out of all references in the book. Sound thinking and right living doesn't require a diety. There a many successful people that go through life without the dependence on waiting for God to show his favor in their life. I consider myself successful emotionally, financially, in marriage and in my work and retirement, but I don't credit God for that success. I have written two books both on Amazon.com as A.M. Deist. The first is titled "Did Man Create God", and the second "What has Capitalism Done for You". Although I do believe Mother Nature is supreme, I don't believe she is a controlling being that has control over what happens in our universe.Read full review
I found Joel about 4 years ago and have watched and taped his broadcast every Sunday since. I have also read his books and saw him in person when he visited our city in 2005. Well, it just does not get better than this. This CD set is a blessing to me, Joel is so easy to listen to and even though I have already read his book, I prefer to hear it on CD from Joel himself. So, I am so glad to have the set, each one about an hour long, all beautifully clear and easy to soak in, now I can listen in the car as well as at home. Joel is simply full of hope and goodness, and hearing him read him own words is just joy.
Joel Osteen gives the seven keys for a happy, healthy life filled with blessings. With Christian values, common sense, and a profound motivational bent, Osteen shares his invigorating plans to transform lives. He really loves God and gives examples where he has fallen short of what God wanted for him and how he overcame those shortfalls. I found the book easy to read and very uplifting. I think this book would encourage anyone who reads it.
Hi, I just want to say that I bought Joel's book in CD format and listen to him mostly in my travels in my car. I can't tell you how much Joel Osteen's messages affect my everyday life. To be honest I have finally found how to live and enjoy life. I walk in faith everyday. Of course there are set backs, but you learn how to shake them off and put one foot in front of the other. I look forward to the day that I meet him so I can tell him how he has taught me and how he has helped me see God which has saved and changed my life!
As a "lightweight christian", I found this a bit "preachy", but very good to listen to at the same time. I truly enjoy listening to Joel and his unique way to story-telling and getting his points across with meaning and true spirit. I recommend it!
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