One of the eminent speakers of our time, Bishop T.D. Jakes has authored at least 7 published works where he shares his thoughts on self-development and achieving one’s destiny. His lively sermons are known to be full of witty anecdotes and phrases that captivate his congregation week after week.

From the many, many choices, I have collated 10 quotes taken from his written works and sermons that will inspire you to not give up and drive towards your ultimate success.


1. “If you can’t figure out your purpose, figure out your passion. For your passion will lead you right into your purpose."

2. "Never make a permanent decision based on a temporary storm. No matter how raging the billows are today, remind yourself: "This too shall pass!"

3. "You face your greatest opposition when you’re closest to your biggest miracles."

4. "You can't be who you are going to be and who you used to be at the same time."

5. "The dream is free but the journey isn’t.”

6. "If you think down, you will go down. If you think up, you will go up. You’ll always travel in the direction of your thinking."

7. "Your words will tell others what you think. Your actions will tell them what you believe."

8. "Too many people want the appearance of winning rather than the practice and hard work that creates a true champion.” 

9. "Surround yourself with people whose definition of you is not based on your history, but your destiny."

10. "The most dangerous thing in the world is to have no purpose."

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