Quotes about Patience
Faith doesn't always instantly deliver you, but it always carries you through.
— Joel Osteen
There is nothing wrong with asking God to change a situation. But until it happens, you have to trust that where you are is where you should be.
— Joel Osteen
God's way is better than your way. His plan is bigger than your plan. His dream for your life is more rewarding, more fulfilling, better than you've ever dreamed of. Now stay open and let God do it His way.
— Joel Osteen
You may have people coming against you, trying to discredit you, make you look bad. You don't have to fight that battle; just outlast them, just keep doing the right thing. Keep being faithful each day and God will take care of who's trying to stop you.
— Joel Osteen
When you understand that God has divine detours, that He uses the wrongs—things we don't understand, delays, setbacks—to move us into our destiny, then you won't fight it; you'll flow with it.
— Joel Osteen
It may seem like nothing is happening, but behind the scenes, God is working: moving the wrong people out of the way, lining up the favor, arranging the breaks you need. It's important to not only trust God, but to trust His timing.
— Joel Osteen
Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. HEBREWS 11:1
— Joel Osteen
God will give us a peace that passes understanding." You're not going to figure everything out. If you let go of the questions of life, you will have a peace that goes beyond what you can understand.
— Joel Osteen
God is going to work all things for your good. While you're waiting, when you don't see anything happening, trust Him enough to enjoy your life. See the good in each day; be grateful for what you have.
— Joel Osteen
When you do the right thing when the wrong thing is happening, you're getting stronger, your roots are going down deeper. That's why God doesn't remove everything instantly. If you're always comfortable, you won't be prepared. We grow in difficult times.
— Joel Osteen
Sometimes what we think is a disappointment is really the hand of God. His ways are not our ways. Instead of being frustrated by what doesn't work out, try a different approach and say, "God, I trust You.
— Joel Osteen
Anyone can trust God when things are going their way, life is good, you're seeing favor. The real test is, will you trust Him when things are shaking? Will you stay in faith when there's uncertainty, things you don't understand?
— Joel Osteen