Joyce Meyer

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Joyce Meyer, 2015

Pauline Joyce Meyer , née Hutchison (born June 4, 1943 in St. Louis , Missouri ) is an American Protestant preacher with an evangelical background and author . She became known to a larger audience through the often daily broadcast of her sermons on various television channels in different countries. She also lectures and holds conferences around the world. Meyer was also a minister at the Life Christian Center in St. Louis, Missouri.

Live and act

Joyce Meyer lives near St. Louis, Missouri, is married to Dave Meyer and has four children. She has written over 100 books on Christianity and Christian life support that have been translated into more than 100 languages. According to their own information, their books have been sold over 23 million times or distributed free of charge to those in need. In Germany, her lectures are broadcast on television via Tele 5 , Bibel TV , Super RTL and rheinmaintv . In the original language she can be seen in Germany on Daystar and God TV, among others.

According to Time magazine, Joyce Meyer is among the 25 most influential evangelical preachers in the United States. Over 600 television stations in more than 40 countries and around 400 radio stations broadcast their programs.

Most of her income comes from the sale of her 108 books and not from donations. According to the Internet newspaper Christian Post, she received an annual salary of 228,500 euros in 2014.

Joyce Meyer Ministries

Joyce Meyer Ministries is a Christian non-profit organization based in Fenton , Missouri . The organization has 800 employees in 14 international offices, including one in Hamburg. 83% of the total income is used for the various services and activities.

In 2011, annual sales of US $ 96 million were achieved through journalistic activities and major events. In 2014 it rose to the equivalent of 101 million euros.

Hand of Hope

Hand of Hope is the mission branch of Joyce Meyer Ministries.

Hand of Hope's services include:

  • Children's homes: currently 39
  • Disaster Relief: In 2011, aid was provided to those in need in America, Japan, South Africa, El Salvador, Southeast Asia, the Philippines and other disaster areas.
  • Famine relief: In 2011, 70,000 children worldwide were provided with food. 31 million meals were distributed throughout the year.
  • Liberation from human trafficking: Transformation Center in Mumbai, India; Maintaining a women's shelter in Ethiopia.
  • Medical care: Maintenance of hospitals in India and Cambodia (Hand of Hope Health Center) as well as a hospital boat on the Amazon.
  • Prison work: humanitarian aid for prison inmates; In 2011, 163 prisons were visited.
  • St. Louis Dream Center: Financed the aid center with 37 different types of aid, such as food distribution, homeless work and drug help.
  • Water supply: Construction of over 480 fresh water wells as part of the "Well of Life" program. Installation of 1,800 water filter systems in the Amazon basin.

Embassy

Joyce Meyer's articles and sermons often include experiences from her own life, such as having been sexually abused as a child. Their main message is that God can change everyone and also heal old injuries. The televised speeches are mostly recorded in large venues in the United States in front of several thousand viewers. The topics are mostly strategies for a happy and God-blessed life, the achievement of spiritual success and personal crisis management. Following these sermons, advertising for aid projects and media will be broadcast by Joyce Meyer.

criticism

Critics accuse Meyer of preaching a gospel of prosperity and of assuming a lavish lifestyle. She is said to have valuable furniture and several villas. Meyer made approximately $ 900,000 a year in 2002 and 2003, and her husband was earning $ 450,000. After criticism, her salary was lowered to $ 250,000. She justifies herself by saying that her wealth is primarily due to her high book sales. In addition, Meyer sees it as proof of her divine mission and blessing.

In 2011 Joyce Meyer found herself exposed to the charge that she and the leading employees of "Joyce Meyer Ministries" were drawing too generous personal benefits from the missionary work. This accusation could be dispelled. The commission of inquiry of the US Senate, created on the initiative of the Republican Senator Chuck Grassley (Iowa), has now presented its final report, in which the Joyce Meyer Ministries is certified "high transparency". Once a year Joyce Meyer Ministries publishes its finances in the "Annual Report".

Awards

Joyce Meyer states on her website that she has received the following titles:

Works

  • Do not worry. The art of leaving your fears in life to God. Joyce Meyer Minstries, Hamburg 2013, ISBN 978-3-939627-37-1 .
  • Life without conflict. How to Build Healthy Relationships. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2012, ISBN 978-3-939627-34-0 .
  • Do yourself a favor - forgive! Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2012, ISBN 978-3-939627-35-7 .
  • Stand above feelings. How not to take a bath emotionally. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2012, ISBN 978-3-939627-31-9 .
  • Power thoughts. 12 strategies for winning the battlefield of thought. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2011, ISBN 978-3-939627-27-2 .
  • You can be yourself. Have the courage and fulfill your destiny. Asaph, Lüdenscheid 2011, ISBN 978-3-935703-49-9 .
  • Take courage! Live passionately and purposefully. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2011, ISBN 978-3-939627-25-8 .
  • Hear God - every morning. Daily devotions. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2011, ISBN 978-3-939627-29-6 .
  • The power of simple prayer. How to talk to God about anything. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2011, ISBN 978-3-939627-26-5 .
  • Healing for Broken Hearts. Experience restoration through the power of God's word. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2011, ISBN 978-3-939627-30-2 .
  • Dream instead of trauma. Tips for lifelong marital happiness. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2010, ISBN 978-3-939627-04-3 .
  • Departure into a new life. The retreading for body, mind and soul. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2010, ISBN 978-3-939627-24-1 .
  • Never give up. Be determined to face life's challenges. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2010, ISBN 978-3-939627-23-4 .
  • 100 things that make life easier. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2009, ISBN 978-3-939627-19-7 .
  • Good morning, this is God speaking! Calendar. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2009, ISBN 978-3-939627-22-7 .
  • Beauty instead of ashes. Receive healing for your feelings. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2009, ISBN 978-3-939627-17-3 .
  • The Love Revolution. Live, love, act - and change the world. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2009, ISBN 978-3-939627-20-3 .
  • Do not get discouraged. Adullam, Grasbrunn 2009, ISBN 978-3-931484-55-2 .
  • Dealing with feelings correctly instead of being dominated by them. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2009, ISBN 978-3-939627-21-0 .
  • The right way to start the day. Devotion for every morning. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2009, ISBN 978-3-939627-02-9 .
  • How to Hear God's Talk. Recognize God's voice and make the right decisions. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2009, ISBN 978-3-939627-18-0 .
  • Only by the grace of God. Learn to live - regardless of struggles and disappointments. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2009, ISBN 978-3-939627-16-6 .
  • The thought battlefield for teens. Win the battle in your head. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2008, ISBN 978-3-939627-15-9 .
  • Women who trust. Win life with courage and confidence. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2007, ISBN 978-3-939627-14-2 .
  • A whole new life. How to Accept Christ and What It Means. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2007, ISBN 978-3-939627-13-5 .
  • Freedom despite rejection. Asaph, Lüdenscheid 2007, ISBN 978-3-935703-50-5 .
  • Enjoy life on the way to the goal. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2006, ISBN 3-939627-06-2 .
  • Key to extraordinary life. Transform your life with the fruit of the Spirit. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2006, ISBN 3-939627-08-9 .
  • The secret power of God's word in your mouth. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2006, ISBN 3-939627-03-8 .
  • God's plan for you. Discover the possibilities. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2006, ISBN 3-939627-07-0 .
  • To look good. Feel well. 12 keys to a healthy, fulfilling life. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2006, ISBN 3-939627-09-7 .
  • Now let's be clear. Overcoming emotional struggles through the power of God's word. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2006, ISBN 3-939627-10-0 .
  • The battlefield of thoughts. Win the battle in your mind. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2006, ISBN 3-939627-00-3 .
  • Key to extraordinary life. Transform your life with the fruit of the Spirit. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2006, ISBN 3-939627-08-9 .
  • Addicted to approval. Stop trying to please everyone. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Hamburg 2006, ISBN 3-939627-01-1 .
  • Tell them i love them Know God's love for you. Adullam, Grasbrunn 2006, ISBN 3-931484-54-8 .
  • Tired warriors, impotent saints. How to overcome any enemy attack. Adullam, Grasbrunn 2006, ISBN 3-931484-52-1 .
  • Me and my big mouth. The answer is right under your nose. Adullam, Grasbrunn 2002, ISBN 3-931484-26-2 .

Web links

Individual evidence

  1. Cynthia McFadden, Mary Marsh: How Joyce Meyer Built a Worldwide Following. In: "ABC News Nightline". April 13, 2010, retrieved on October 8, 2012 : "She said she has sold in excess of 20 million books."
  2. Archive link ( Memento of the original dated August 2, 2012 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. Bible TV, Joyce Meyer series. Retrieved October 8, 2012.  @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.bibeltv.de
  3. [1] TIME magazine, February 7, 2005. Retrieved October 8, 2012.
  4. ^ [2] Idea Spectrum, September 2, 2009. Idea Reporter Karsten Huhn. Retrieved October 8, 2012.
  5. Bible TV interview - Joyce Meyer: I was sexually abused by my father , idea.de, message from September 18, 2015.
  6. [3] Joyce Meyer Ministries, Who We Are. Retrieved October 8, 2012.
  7. Archive link ( Memento of the original from September 12, 2012 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. Joyce Meyer, Annual Report, 2011. Retrieved October 8, 2012.  @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.joycemeyer.org
  8. Archive link ( Memento of the original from March 30, 2013 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. (PDF; 12.7 MB) Joyce Meyer Annual Report 2011. Accessed October 8, 2011.  @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.joycemeyer.org
  9. The best-known Bible teacher reveals her finances , ideaschweiz.ch, report from July 31, 2015.
  10. [4] Joyce Meyer, Mission, Who We Are. Retrieved October 8, 2012.
  11. Archive link ( Memento of the original from July 26, 2014 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Asia Missions. A home for change. Retrieved October 8, 2012.  @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.jmmindia.org
  12. Archive link ( Memento of the original from December 18, 2014 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. Joyce Meyer Ministries, Asia Missions. Cambodia Medical Missions  @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.jmmindia.org
  13. Archive link ( Memento of the original from March 18, 2013 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. Hand of Hope. Adventure Along the Amazon River. Retrieved October 8, 2012.  @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.joycemeyer.org
  14. ^ [5] St. Louis Dream Center website. Retrieved October 8, 2012.
  15. Archive link ( Memento of the original from October 17, 2012 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. Joyce Meyer Ministries. Well of Life. Retrieved October 8, 2012.  @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.joycemeyer.org
  16. [6] Faith Church St. Louis. Report on various Well of Life projects, in collaboration with JMM
  17. [7] Hand of Hope Overview of branches of work. Retrieved October 8, 2010.
  18. ^ Report in the Protestant news magazine Idea Could Joyce Meyer Missionswerk have prevented multiple murders?  ( Page no longer available , search in web archivesInfo: The link was automatically marked as defective. Please check the link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. dated October 23, 2009. Retrieved November 3, 2009; Exclusive report, only for subscribers@1@ 2Template: Dead Link / www.idea.de  
  19. Interview with Jürgen Werth (Evangeliumsrundfunk) on the website of the Evangelical Alliance: The "media community" is growing on October 22, 2009. Accessed on November 3, 2009
  20. christliche-hauskreisgemeinde.homepage.t-online.de (PDF) p. 2.
  21. Book of the Christian Center (Party): Irrwege des Glücks (the party's own publishing house), quoted on the CM website . Retrieved November 3, 2009
  22. Carolyn Tuft on rickross.com ( Memento of the original from December 31, 2009 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. (Reproduced from a newspaper article by St. Louis Post-Dispatch ) about the use of donations, dated April 30, 2005. Retrieved November 3, 2009 @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.rickross.com
  23. per Christian News Magazine of January 7, 2011. Accessed January 9, 2011
  24. msnbc.com
  25. Archive link ( Memento of the original dated August 11, 2013 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice.  @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.joycemeyer.org
  26. FAQ ( Memento of the original from September 18, 2016 in the Internet Archive ) Info: The archive link was inserted automatically and has not yet been checked. Please check the original and archive link according to the instructions and then remove this notice. on Joycemeyer.com, point 6, answers to the "educational background" @1@ 2Template: Webachiv / IABot / www.joycemeyer.org