Joel Osteen | Lakewood Church Service | Don't Shrink Back

God knows what we need before we ask. He prepares our way, and He wants more for us than we want for ourselves. When we seek Him first, blessings rain down.

In this Sunday service from August 17, 2025, join us for worship and a hope-filled message from Joel. Look to God and rest assured—He won’t disappoint you.

“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” –Matthew 6:33, NKJV

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00:00 - Welcome & Uplifting Worship

02:43 - Joel Osteen: Start Your Week in Faith, Not Fear

04:39 - Victoria Osteen: Squeeze Out the Old to Receive the New

10:12 - Worship Music Continues

26:24 - Breakthrough Prayer for Healing, Peace & New Beginnings

31:34 - Prelude Message: God Will Finish What He Started

34:42 - Prayer for Online Viewers with Lisa Osteen Comes

41:44 - Victoria Osteen: Special Back-to-School Prayer (2025)

47:39 - Student Declarations: A Light in Our Schools

49:41 - Pastoral Prayer: Declaring God's Favor Over Students & Campuses

52:12 - Lakewood Outreach: Backpacks for Houston's Title 1 Schools

53:45 - Message on Giving: A Heart of Generosity

59:14 - Final Worship Celebration

01:06:07 - A Funny Story & The Bible Declaration

01:07:16 - SERMON START: Don't Shrink Back (Hebrews 10:39)

01:32:34 - Sermon Conclusion: Your DNA is Courage and Faith

01:33:44 - Prayer of Salvation: A New Beginning in Christ

01:38:43 - Final Blessing Over Your Week