A lot of people share identical opinions when it comes to Joel Osteen's talent in his book Your Best Life Now. They all say that his ability to inspire is far more than just his trademark smiling face. But of course, since Your Best Life Now claims to be effective in changing the way people look at the world in order to live their lives to the fullest.
Osteen writes Your Best Life Now by laying out seven steps, including Enlarge Your Vision, Discover the Power of Your Thoughts, Find Strength Through Adversity, and Choose to be Happy. The opening of the book kicks off by Osteen telling a quick story of a discussion that took place between him and his friend about a place in Hawaii. His friend mentions that he could never think of ever being able to live in such a wonderful place. Which then, Osteen counteracts by saying that the most important way to start things in life is by having a vision of them happening.
It was a great start for the book, and a good way for Osteen to open the minds of his readers. By convincing people that they should open their thoughts for possibilities, he both gives them a lifetime advice at the same time preparing them for the upcoming lessons he wish to talk about. The next sections of the book follows on with the same structure of thoughts. However, in one specific chapter, Osteen gives a message about giving our power to God. And even though he had good intention in mind as he wrote this, the outlining of his thought depicts a misleading message that everyone should let go of their responsibilities and just let God take care of everything. But aside from this, Your Best Life Now is written with utmost grace and inspiration.
However, one undeniable reason as to why this book has become a best-seller is that because Joel Osteen has millions upon millions of followers. In fact, some of them are also known personalities themselves. For example, there is Rudy Tomjanovich, the coach of NBA team Los Angeles Lakers. And then there is also Chuck Norris, one of the most admired actors by the present generation.
Osteen has had a lot of televised sermons and talks that have obviously left an impact on a lot of people all over the world. No wonder these regular audiences who acquired themselves a copy of Your Best Life Now will understand Osteen's message in its fullest form. Then again, what if you are not one of Osteen's supporters? What if this is the first time you heard of his name? Do you believe you'll have the same reaction that Osteen's followers have for his book? Well, you'll only be able to know if you get a copy of Your Best Life Now and read it yourself.