Do we first learn of the good news in the Old Testament?
The Spirit of Yahweh is upon me, Because Yahweh has anointed me To bring good news to the afflicted; He …
Tag Archives: Happiness
Are we happy that we can be pure in our heart?
Is my heart pure? That is an essential issue to address. Jesus lays it out in His manifesto (Matthew 5 …
Is there happiness for those who obey God?
In the United States, our declaration of independence has three core principles. One is life. The second is liberty and …
“Ignore what the world worships; the world’s a huge stockpile of God-wonders and God-thoughts.” ~King David
The world isn’t worshiping God, our Master. They don’t know Him and his wonderful love. Jesus brings me great joy …
Happiness — Who is it for?
I am happy. Jesus promises me that I will be. A state of pleasure or joy experienced both by people …
What is the prescription for happiness? Here are the 9 steps!
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Think Happy I am happy. Jesus promises me that I will be. True happiness derives from…
“Why do you call me, ‘Master, Master,’ and do not do what I say?” ~Jesus
Jesus asks very penetrating questions of me. Jesus is patient. Jesus is waiting for my answer. What will I say? …
There is a thief in our midst. He is stealing our peace and happiness. He is ingratitude. Be grateful now.
There is a thief in our midst. He is stealing our peace and happiness. He is ingratitude. Be grateful now. …
“You’re more than happy when you follow his directions, doing your best to find him.” ~King David
How can I be happy? How can I be more than happy? It is pretty simple and straight forward. King …
"Count yourselves blessed every time people put you down or speak lies about you to discredit me." ~~Jesus
Are people putting me down because of my following Jesus? Do I make others uncomfortable with my passion of our …
“There is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved.” ~George Sand
God is love. That is plain to us. We know it. Jesus came to show us God’s love. He does …
Smile even if you are hurting. Be happy even if you are unhappy. It’s called strength!
Smile even if you are hurting. Be happy even if you are unhappy. It’s called strength! Jesus didn’t call us …
Don’t be greedy for happiness. You’ll be more than happy with humility. God is in a good mood.
Greed comes in all forms. It takes all shapes. It is not all about money. We are developing a culture …
"You’re more than happy when you’re content with just who you are—no more, no less." ~~Jesus
We are always looking for more. We want to be better. We want to develop. The reality of who we …
“Action may not always bring happiness; but there is no happiness without action.” ~Benjamin Disraeli
Sitting around doing nothing leads to depression. Getting up and doing something may not lead to happiness but it is …
“Be happy with what you have and are, be generous with both, and you won’t have to hunt for happiness.” ~William E. Gladstone
There is a correlation between being content and being happy. Beyond that, sharing what we have and who we are …
“If you understand what I’m telling you, act like it.” ~Jesus
Where does discontent and depression come from? Is it possible we understand that God wants us to do something and yet have …
"People rarely succeed unless they have fun in what they are doing.” ~Dale Carnegie
Fun is important. Happiness is worth it’s weight in gold. We can do the work of God and have fun …
Get up! Be happy! If you feel empty sometimes, it’s just life making some room to fill you with happiness!
Get up! It is a stunning day in paradise. Be happy! Be more than happy! You are blessed. Being blessed …
Jesus, unconventional wisdom and going against the grain
In listening to Jesus, much of what He is saying (see Matthew 5) goes against the grain of what I …
“Happiness is when what you think, what you say, and what you do are in harmony.” ~~Ghandi
Alignment is a huge advantage to us. When our thoughts, words and action are unified we are one focused human …
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