Joel Osteen Faces Criticism Over Tweet on Simple Living

Televangelist Joel Osteen faced backlash for urging people to enjoy the 'simple things' in life despite his multimillion-dollar lifestyle and mansions. Osteen, with a net worth of $50 million, owns homes worth $10.5 million and $2.9 million, sparking accusations of hypocrisy. His Lakewood megachurch receives millions in donations annually, while Osteen preaches positivity and faith amidst criticism. The internet criticized Osteen for his tweet about finding joy in life's simplicity, juxtaposed with his affluent living, leading to comparisons with Donald Trump and accusations of being a 'morally bankrupt conman.' Osteen's past actions, like refusing to open his church to Hurricane Harvey victims initially, also fueled the online backlash.