The Joy Of Happiness

In this hectic world of depression, divorce, bitterness and hatred, we find that happiness, joy and contentment are precious commodities that are constantly being sought after.  Many advertisements appeal to our natural desire to be happy promising joy and contentment if we will only try their products.  But even with all this appeal to be happy the majority of people have never found true and lasting happiness.

There are two kinds of happiness: one that is based on happenings and one that is based on our relationship with the Lord.  The one based on happenings means you are only happy when things are going well for you. The one based on your relationship with the Lord simply means no matter what the circumstances may be, you are going to have joy and be happy because of who you are in Jesus.

I want to share with you eight practices that will help bring "happiness" into your life.

1.  Count Your Blessings, Not Your Troubles

If we will count our blessings, we will be happier and more thankful to our heavenly Father.  We live in a wonderful nation and if you will take the time to evaluate your blessings you will see that they  far out weigh your troubles. (Matthew 6:33)

2.  Live Life One Day At A Time
The key to conquering any problem or sin is to learn to live life one day at a time!  Most of our fear for tomorrow never materialize. (James 4:13-15)

3.  Learn To Be A Giver
If you aren't getting our of life what you expect, it may be that you are expecting to always receive Luke 6:38)

and never give.  Being a giver will bring joy and happiness more than always receiving.  (

4.   Pray Every Day
Prayer is a way we communicate with God and tank Him for His many blessings and ask for His guidance.  Prayer is a vital ingredient in God's recipe for happiness. (Philippians 4:6)

5.  Don't Let Things Bother You
Too often we allow little things to bother us (often these things are imaginary).  We allow little things to rob us of happiness.  Christians have every reason to be at peace with ourselves when we have peace with God. (Philippians 4:7)

6.  Fill Your Life With Good
As God's children we should fill our minds with good thoughts and ideas.  There should be no room for evil thoughts in the mind of a Christian.  (Philippians 4:8)

7.  Learn To Laugh
It has been estimated that over 70% of all physical ills could be overcome if we could learn to laugh.  many Christians think it is not Christian to laugh and have fun.  But scripture tells us other wise (Proverbs 17:22)

8.  Learn To Practice Happiness
Take the time to learn to smile and be happy.  We really do have a lot to be happy about.  It's time we show the world that Christians are happy people. The only way to be truly happy is to let God have full control of your life. (Philippians 4:4)

Happiness can be found!  Although it's not found in drugs, alcohol or material wealth.  True happiness can be found only in obedience to God's will.  Only when we submit to God's Word can we have true peace and happiness.


Happy, Happy, Happy
What have you found that helps you to "be happy?"

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