Overview of He'll Do It Again | Joel Osteen
Joel Osteen delivers a sermon-length message (aired on SiriusXM) encouraging listeners to adopt a "do-it-again" faith — reminding God of past works and asking Him to repeat or exceed those miracles in current circumstances. Using biblical examples, personal family stories, and practical steps, Osteen urges people to stop living off past victories or defeat talk, and instead declare expectation that God will move again on their behalf.
Main themes and takeaways
- God is a "do-it-again" God: what God did in Bible times (and in your past) is a pattern and precedent for what He can do now.
- Use past miracles as reference points to fuel present faith — scripture stories or personal testimonies give you reason to expect repeat or greater breakthrough.
- Faith requires bold, specific asking: remind God of His past works and say, "Lord, do it again for me."
- Avoid defeat talk, self-pity, or settling for tradition-based limitations; those mindsets block miracles.
- God’s next move for you may be greater than anything you've seen — expect progressive glory and restoration.
Key scriptural and story references used
- Old Testament examples:
- Parting of the Red Sea (God’s provision/way-making)
- Joshua stopping the sun / Joshua & Caleb defeating giants / Anakites conquered
- Gideon (from insecure to victorious leader)
- Elijah/Elisha (provision after famine; Elisha hearing rain)
- Daniel (lion’s den protection)
- Job (restoration — twice what he had)
- Rahab (redemption into Jesus’ lineage)
- Israelites receiving quail/manna (supernatural provision)
- Sarah, Rachel, Hannah (miraculous births after barrenness)
- New Testament examples:
- Jesus’ healing ministry (lepers, blind, woman with 12-year issue, etc.)
- Peter (restored after denial; later bold leader)
- Paul and Silas (prison doors opened)
- Bethesda man (healed after long sickness)
- Personal/testimonial examples:
- Osteen’s sister Lisa: healed after doctors’ prognosis, family’s change of faith
- Lakewood Church/compact center: seen as God making a way where none appeared
- Joel stepping up to lead the church after his father’s death, inspired by Gideon
- Family friend’s business: restored and upgraded by an investor at the last moment
Notable quotes / soundbites
- "God is a do-it-again God."
- "Your past victories were not your last victories."
- "Find a reference point for what you're believing for."
- "Defeat talk is going to bring defeat."
- "God, you did it for them. Do it again for me."
Practical action steps (how to apply the message)
- Identify reference points:
- List specific Bible stories, family testimonies, or past personal miracles that mirror your current need.
- Pray bold, specific "do-it-again" prayers:
- Address God with the precedent and ask Him to repeat or exceed that miracle in your life.
- Replace defeat talk with declarations of victory:
- Speak scripture and promises rather than reasons things can’t change.
- Reevaluate tradition/false beliefs:
- If you've accepted limits because of upbringing or church teaching, study scripture afresh and let the Holy Spirit correct misconceptions.
- Move forward in faith when called:
- Accept assignments (like leadership, reconciliation, new opportunities) even if you feel unqualified — remember God equips those He calls.
Intended impact / pastoral encouragement
- Osteen’s aim is to revive hope and expectation: listeners should leave convinced that God’s past acts set a precedent and that their next season can be better than the last.
- He emphasizes restoration — people who have failed or feel disqualified are not write-offs; God can restore and give greater glory.
- The sermon closes with an altar invitation: a short prayer to accept Jesus and guidance to join a Bible-based church.
Who this is for
- Christians seeking encouragement, healing, breakthrough in finances, relationships, or calling.
- Anyone discouraged by setbacks, failure, or a long season of waiting who needs a practical faith reset.
Quick summary (one-line)
Joel Osteen calls believers to adopt a confident, faith-filled posture—reminding God of past miracles and asking Him to do it again, expecting greater restoration, provision, and purpose.