Quotes from Joyce Meyer

Do you have some kind of dream or vision for your future? Are there things that you would love to see happen in the days, months, and years ahead of you? I sincerely hope so, because without goals, we are directionless and very unmotivated. You might say, "Yes, I do have a big dream." My question is, Have your words been in line with what you say you want?

An excuse is a reason stuffed with a lie. The problem with excuses is that as long as we hold on to them, we will not see change.

It's very hard to think negative thoughts about someone you're taking to the Lord every day. You'll be amazed at how God will change your heart toward that person; your thoughts and ultimately your actions could very well change the way he behaves.

Trust in Him Start your day by turning on your GPS through prayer. You'll find God's guidance, protection, and strength, which will help you trust Him and experience His presence all throughout the day!

We have free access to God. We can go before Him anytime we want to. We don't need a special invitation. The throne room is always open, God is always home, He is never napping or on the phone. We can go boldly, expecting Him to meet our need and do it willingly and joyfully.

Psalm 145:14 says, "The Lord upholds all those [of His own] who are falling and raises up all those who are bowed down.

It means that all throughout the day we should be in a prayerful attitude. As we encounter each situation or as things come to our mind that need attention, we should simply submit them to God in prayer.

Be Thankful at All Times I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth. PSALM 34:1 Some people are very thankful for every little thing that is done for them, while others are never satisfied, no matter how much is done on their behalf. Choose to be a grateful person—one filled with gratitude not only toward God, but also toward people. When someone does something nice for you, let that person know you appreciate it.

When you become discouraged, you become weak and lose the courage you need to go forward. What must you do in times of discouragement? Shake it off! P

God wants to teach us to walk in the Spirit, not the flesh, and that includes emotions. Unless we make a firm decision to "fear not," we will never be free from the power of it.

Think Yourself Happy

Success in every aspect of life begins with a thought; so does failure. If you think you cannot do or attain something, chances are you will not be able to. Your mind has that much influence over your life.