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Pastors Joel and Victoria Osteen Claim You’re About to See an Entirely Different Side of Them
The Blaze ^ | Sep. 30, 2014 | Billy Hallowell

Posted on 09/30/2014 5:31:28 PM PDT by Gamecock

Joel and Victoria Osteen, pastors of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, are hoping to bring inspirational messages to an entirely new audience with the launch of a radio channel that they say will show an entirely different side of them.

“Joel Osteen Radio” launched Monday with great fanfare at SiriusXM’s New York City headquarters, with the Osteens on hand to answer questions from a small town hall audience, take calls from some of their famous friends and preview the faith-based content that will appear on the 24/7 station.

While “Joel Osteen Radio,” which is now accessible on channel 128, will include sermons and other prepared messages and events, it will also offer up an element that Joel and Victoria Osteen have never tried before: live programs that allow individuals and fans to directly interact with the faith leaders.

“It’s nice that it’s a different side of us, because most of our other stuff is very prepared,” Osteen told TheBlaze during a sit-down interview Monday. ”I hope they’ll get a chance to see just that [we're] real and that there’s humor and fun.”

Osteen added that his show, which premieres October 6 at 5 p.m. ET — airing at that time every Monday — will feature candid conversations with callers about faith, family, sports and whatever else the public wants to chat about.

Victoria Osteen said that the project is a “stretch,” as it constitutes unchartered territory for both her and her husband.

“It’s a stretch for us. This is an opportunity that came and it’s a stretch,” she said, noting that her show, which premieres October 8 and airs at 12 p.m. ET on Wednesdays, will tackle everyday issues. “It’s something that we haven’t done before and I hope it says something to [show] people that we are real.”

In addition to these call-ins, the channel will feature broadcasted services from Lakewood Church and audio from special events like the “Night of Hope,” a series of special events hosted in cities around the nation.

“We want to take our message of hope and inspiration to a new audience,” Osteen said. ”I’m trying to reach people outside the church walls.”

Businessman and reality TV star Donald Trump called the Osteens during Monday’s launch event to discuss his faith and to offer kind words and well wishes for the station. Hear what he had to say below: (Go to link)

And listen to Oprah also call in and congratulate the couple on the launch of “Joel Osteen Radio”:

With the rise of the Islamic State terror group and a plethora of negative headlines, Osteen said that he’s hoping his radio outfit can help listeners turn toward their faith and trust more fervently in God.


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To: jy8z

When I saw them showing people how to be overwhelmed and fainting for the faith I about walked out. Nothing but a scam.


Sounds like an Obama event.


41 posted on 09/30/2014 6:48:27 PM PDT by Rides_A_Red_Horse (Why do you need a fire extinguisher when you can call the fire department?)
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To: Gamecock

HIGH!

MAINTENANCE!


42 posted on 09/30/2014 6:49:24 PM PDT by Rides_A_Red_Horse (Why do you need a fire extinguisher when you can call the fire department?)
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To: Moleman

I love the Olsteens. They are a great couple.

My problem is with the Osteens.


43 posted on 09/30/2014 6:53:19 PM PDT by Gamecock
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To: Rides_A_Red_Horse
HIGH!

MAINTENANCE!

________________________________________________________

Ya think?


44 posted on 09/30/2014 6:56:58 PM PDT by Gamecock
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To: Gamecock
I sometimes really miss Dr. Gene Scott... but, the "other side" is his porn actress turned pastor widow.
45 posted on 09/30/2014 7:12:10 PM PDT by Rodamala
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To: Gamecock

These posts are reading like a liberal hate site.


46 posted on 09/30/2014 7:14:38 PM PDT by Sasparilla
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To: Sasparilla

No.

More like people who fear God and hate charlatans.


47 posted on 09/30/2014 7:22:16 PM PDT by Gamecock
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To: Rodamala

She sings well though...


48 posted on 09/30/2014 7:43:53 PM PDT by BlueNgold (Have we crossed the line from Govt. in righteous fear of the People - to a People in fear of Govt??)
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To: Sasparilla; Gamecock
These posts are reading like a liberal hate site.

How often do you go to liberal hate sites and read the posts?

49 posted on 09/30/2014 8:06:08 PM PDT by Alex Murphy ("the defacto Leader of the FR Calvinist Protestant Brigades")
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To: Gamecock; Veggie Todd
You left out my favorite one....


50 posted on 09/30/2014 9:10:30 PM PDT by Alex Murphy ("the defacto Leader of the FR Calvinist Protestant Brigades")
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To: Alex Murphy

Crazy eyes = crazy woman = wild time tonight!


51 posted on 09/30/2014 10:16:20 PM PDT by Veggie Todd (The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots and tyrants. TJ)
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To: Veggie Todd; Alex Murphy

And wild time tomorrow when your kid’s bunny is cooking in your kitchen.


52 posted on 10/01/2014 5:05:11 AM PDT by Gamecock
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To: Boogieman

I may not be listening closely enough, but I don’t think I’ve ever heard him quote or read from scripture. I only recall feel good statements when I’ve listened.


53 posted on 10/01/2014 8:04:05 AM PDT by damper99
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To: damper99

I can’t say really. I’ve avoided him like the plague, as I’ve had a bad impression about him from the start, and it was only confirmed by reading a little about his style. Apparently he doesn’t believe in talking about sin or hell, because that might make people uncomfortable.


54 posted on 10/01/2014 8:11:21 AM PDT by Boogieman
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To: Boogieman
His "church" has color-shifting lights on the ceiling.

I found it to be more interesting than his sermon, which was "If you are a good person God will reward you with good parking".

Not making that up; had to inform wife we would not be going back.

55 posted on 10/01/2014 8:27:03 AM PDT by T-Bone Texan (The time is now to form up into leaderless cells of 5 men or less.)
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To: Gamecock

Matthew 7:23King James Version (KJV)

23 And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.


56 posted on 10/01/2014 8:45:07 AM PDT by US Navy Vet (Go Packers! Go Rockies! Go Boston Bruins! See, I'm "Diverse"!)
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To: T-Bone Texan

Well, good parking is hard to come by, but I do believe Christ promised us a greater reward than that :)


57 posted on 10/01/2014 8:45:32 AM PDT by Boogieman
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To: T-Bone Texan

I heard him say something like that once.

Made me wonder if God really wanted me to have that parking place or if it was really inteded for that person behind me that I cut off without knowing it.


58 posted on 10/01/2014 9:03:10 AM PDT by Gamecock
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To: Gamecock
Thanks for the ping

That guy gives me the creeps...
59 posted on 10/01/2014 10:11:25 AM PDT by novemberslady
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To: Boogieman

Didn’t you know Jesus died on the cross so I can park 10 feet closer to the door of the local market?


60 posted on 10/01/2014 12:14:03 PM PDT by Gamecock
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