I am not sure why I waited so long to pick up this book and read it but I believe it came at a perfect time in my life. Joel Osteen is so positive and happy that he is contagious. He doesn't say anything that we haven't heard before but it is always amazing to me how a perfect stranger can make something sound like perfect sense to us at just the right time we need to hear it. If nothing else this book reminded me of my blessings and encouraged me to pray blessings on others in need. Wonderful read with lots of smiles. We read this book as part of my adult Sunday school class and it created many good discussions. I really like the concept that Mr. Osteen presents in this book. The world would truly be a better place if we could all be friendlier, happier people, and I do believe that a relationship with Jesus Christ can bring that joy. The issues I have is that in several chapters Mr. Osteen seems to put forth an idea that good things happen to good people, and if there is negative things going on, then you brought them on yourself. It is the concept that if you are a good Christian then God will shield you from bad things and bless you with good things. Jesus never promised us an easy life here on earth; He promised us everlasting life with Him after we leave this place. Other than that, I did enjoy the book and as I said previously, we could all benefit by focusing on being happier, friendlier people.
I am not sure why I waited so long to pick up this book and read it but I believe it came at a perfect time in my life. Joel Osteen is so positive and happy that he is contagious. He doesn't say anything that we haven't heard before but it is always amazing to me how a perfect stranger can make something sound like perfect sense to us at just the right time we need to hear it. If nothing else this book reminded me of my blessings and encouraged me to pray blessings on others in need. Wonderful read with lots of smiles.
—alexteagle
Buku ini hadir buat aku di saat yang paling tepat. Memang, ya... Tuhan itu selalu tahu waktu yang tepat. Benar-benar di saat yang paling bikin down... dan membaca buku ini membuatku nggak bisa berlama-lama sedih atau stress karena masalah yang lagi aku hadapin. Menjalani hidup dengan tetap tersenyum jadi terasa sangat mudah, dan beneran... saya jadi happy terus bawaannya. Thank you, Jesus. And thank you Mr. Osteen for writing this book.
—KIWI
Five stars says it all. I love Joel's attitude!
—BOUGATTI
Very inspirational...
—Jwiajan
