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Kate Bowler

Canadian academic and writer

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Dec 3, 2025
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Which prominent pastors or denominations have publicly refuted Joel Osteen, and what were their main arguments?

Joel Osteen has been publicly refuted by a range of conservative Protestant pastors, Reformed and evangelical writers, and commentators who accuse him of preaching a watered‑down “prosperity” or self‑...

Nov 14, 2025

How did Pastor Joel Osteen's prosperity gospel message resonate with the audience during the debate?

During public controversies and high-profile events, Joel Osteen’s upbeat “prosperity” message has both drawn large, receptive audiences and sparked sharp criticism that it downplays suffering and str...