Joel Osteen’s mother, Dodie Osteen, has been a significant figure in his life and ministry, known for her resilience and faith, especially after surviving a terminal liver cancer diagnosis in 1981.
Initially given only weeks to live, Dodie credited her recovery to prayer and her unwavering faith, becoming an inspiration to her family and countless others. Over the years, she has remained active in Lakewood Church, where she is affectionately known as the “Queen Mother,” leading prayer services and providing spiritual support to the community.
As a matriarch of faith, Dodie’s life story has had a profound influence on Joel’s ministry, and her strength has been a foundation for Lakewood Church’s growth from a small congregation to a globally recognized megachurch. Her autobiography, If My Heart Could Talk, shares these experiences, underscoring her belief in the power of prayer and resilience. Her legacy lives on not only through her family but also through the countless individuals who have been touched by her story of faith and perseverance.
