Yes, you read it correctly. I was in an unnamed store on Sunday with my family to allow the kids to take pictures of items they wanted for Christmas. As we were walking down the aisles I stumbled upon the oddest item in the entire store, the Joel Osteen “Your Best Life Now” the board game. My first reaction, once I was able to pick myself up off the floor, was disbelief and amazement. I checked the box; yep it was Joel Osteen’s picture and the quotes kind of sounded like him.

The claim, “The game will make a difference in the lives of people that play it.” Everything we do changes our lives, therefore makes a difference. My question, “Will the difference be for the betterment of the person or their walk?” Also, would a skeptic or flat out disbelievers take this seriously or will it be seen as an attempt to make money. I myself couldn’t help but question the integrity of the game and the driving force behind it, could it be dollars?

I do realize that this was developed by game manufacturer, but there still is some responsibility on the celebrity, Joel Osteen, to monitor his endorsements.

I may be a little cynical and narrow minded at times, but I am not sure I see how this can really glorify God or the kingdom. If you have thoughts share them.