Lewis Howes (4:32)

Here you go.

Victoria Osteen (4:33)

Here you go. Oh, sorry, my sweet lady. Of course you want that beautiful hundred dollar bill. It's pristine. It's amazing, isn't it? And it'll spend well. Oh, don't worry. I have another one. Oh, but this one looks like it. I'm sorry. Just a minute. It looks like it's been in the washer and the dryer. It's not so pretty. You probably don't want this one. This one's all ugly and messed up. No, you think anybody. Anybody want. You want this one? All right. My sweet sister was here. I'm sorry. Of course you want that $100. It doesn't matter what it looks like. It holds tremendous value. Does it matter if life has put some wrinkles in you? It doesn't matter if you feel like you've gone through the wringer. You have value and you have importance and you have significance today. You know, God doesn't make mistakes. God only makes masterpieces. And you are a masterpiece in the eyes of God. He's already qualified you and he's left Nothing out of you. You know, we all have a responsibility to keep that voice of God clear and free from the debris of life. We all have a responsibility to spend our life well and to make it count. You see, this great God has put so many amazing things in us. He's already put assignments in our path. We have a responsibility in how we live our life. It matters, you know, it matters how I live my life. It matters to my children, matters to my husband. It matters to my neighbor. You see, when I realize that God's placed this value in me, I'm gonna spend my life well. And, you know, when I spend my life well, it helps others spend theirs well. When I have God confidence, it helps others rise up and have confidence in themselves. You see, how you live your life makes a difference. And that's why God wants you to keep that voice free and clear, keep that childlike wonder in the things of God. I read the letter that day, and I realized, you know what? I may feel unqualified. I may not have confidence. I may feel like I lack the ability. But God doesn't see me that way. He sees me as strong, capable to do what he's called me to do. You know, there's a guy in the Bible, his name was Gideon. You may know his story. He lacked confidence. He lacked the feeling that he had the ability to do anything. One day, an angel of the Lord came to Gideon. And he said, gideon, the Lord is with you, you mighty man of fearless courage. Then the angel went on to say, gideon, the Lord wants you to help the Israelites, his children, defeat the enemy, the Midianites. Isn't that interesting? He addressed him as a mighty man of fearless courage. And then he asked him to do something. But this is what Gideon replied. He said, lord, wait a minute. How am I going to do that? I have a family. And our family amounts to nothing. In fact, we are the least of all the families in the area. And not only does my family not have what it takes, I'm the least in all my family. You see his reply? There's such a contrast in the voice of God telling him, I'm mighty man of valor. Speaking up to what Gideon's reply was. You hear the voice that tries to drown out God's voice. See, God is saying the same thing to you today. Whatever's in front of you, he's calling out those things that you are, that you have on the inside of you. But the voice of life wants to be so noisy, wants to distort the voice of God. Very interesting, the difference between God's voice and. And Gideon's voice. You see, Gideon didn't see himself as strong. But you know what's interesting? Didn't change God's perspective. Gideon, he talked himself out of it. When he replied to God. God didn't talk himself out of it. Gideon felt weak, but God saw him as capable, as able, as a champion. A fearless, courageous champion. You see, the good news is this. Gideon finally took hold of that voice, took that strength of that voice and let him go out and lead the charge. And he won the victory for God that day. You see, whatever's trying to hold you down, you need to shake it off. You need to let the voice of God come booming out loud and clear. You may feel weak, you may feel small, but your weakness can be turned into strength when you take hold of God. I saw this animated cartoon one time that made such an impression on me. It was this tiny little mouse, and his friend was this big, huge elephant. And they were about to cross this thatched bridge that was high in the air. As they crossed that bridge, that little thatched bridge started swinging and shaking all the way across. It was rickety swinging and shaking. But when they got on the other side of that bridge, safe, that little mouse was so proud, he looked up at his friend, that great big elephant, and he said, we really shook that bridge, didn't we? You see, you may feel small, but when you grab hold of God's strength, you have the power of an elephant. You can look at God and you can say, we really shook that bridge, didn't we, God? You see, at the end of the day, what matters most is what you believe about yourself. Protect the voice of God. He's put it in you. He speaks it out every single day. See, unfair things happen to us. God said, in this world there'll be trouble. But you be a good cheer. Cause you got an overcomer in you. You got an overcomer in you. You are a mighty man, a mighty woman, a valor. Don't lose that childlike awe and wonder. Go out of here today and shake some bridges with God. Amen. Amen. He's an awesome God.

Joel Osteen (12:16)

What if every plan you set, every habit you formed, and every decision you made became a pathway to see God move in your life?

Victoria Osteen (12:27)

We all have hopes and dreams, things we're believing for. When you start the year in faith, expecting God's goodness, you are setting the tone for a blessed new year. And we'd love to send you our 2026 faith for today. Planner, you can write down your dreams and goals and plus use it for your everyday activities and reminders.

Victoria Osteen (12:47)

It's important to feed your faith on a daily basis. This planner. It's not just a calendar. It's filled with scriptures and inspiration to help you stay encouraged and keep believing for what God has put in your heart.

Victoria Osteen (12:59)

2026 is your year to see the goodness of God in greater ways. Let go of what didn't work out and get ready for the new things God has in store.

Joel Osteen (13:08)

As our way of saying thank you for your gift of any amount this month we would like to send you a copy of the 2026 Faith for Today Planner. Each month features a fresh theme of encouragement, a guiding scripture to stand on, room to write your goals, prayers and vision. Space for faith steps because faith isn't passive, it's active. A monthly QR code linking to a message or video to keep your spirit lifted. With the 2026 faith for today Planner, you'll be reminded that living by faith makes room for God to do what only he can do. Breakthrough in your business. God's healing touch Loved ones returning to faith. Request your copy of the planner and step into the new year with bold faith, fresh hope and daily encouragement to strengthen your spirit and face every challenge with confidence.

Victoria Osteen (14:04)

No matter what's happening around you, faith can rise up in you. Keep believing and expecting a blessed 2026. Victoria and I pray for you and your family every day. Thank you so much for your prayer and support. Your generosity is helping people around the world. As we finish this year, I hope you'll consider making a special year end gift to help keep the ministry strong. We so appreciate all the Champion of Hope partners for your monthly support. We wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas til we see you next time. May the Lord bless you and keep you.

Joel Osteen (14:39)

Be sure to request your copy of the 2026 Faith for Today Planner, visit jolostein.com or call 888-567-joel for a special year end gift. This month we are also offering the Faith to Share bundle Keep one Give one Give the gift of faith, focus and fresh hope for someone special in your life. You can also request that God's Word Works to Study collection. This empowering collection includes the niv the Message Parallel Bible, a beautifully crafted leather bookmark and pen, and how to read your Bible and enjoy it. Along with two planners, you can request these inspiring resources by calling 888-567-JOEL or logging on to joellostein.com today. Call or click anytime 24 hours a day. Stay organized, encouraged and full of faith all year long. Request these resources today. Mazda Once you discover the Mazda CX5 Mazda, it doesn't take long to get it. With standard all wheel drive, a premium interior and advanced safety features, it's an SUV that gives you more at every return. It will have you saying Mazda the Mazda CX5. It's made to move you.

Lewis Howes (16:37)

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