Today, I want to share some thoughts on being happy. I think about how often in my life I’ve sat around waiting to be happy. In doing so, I spend too much time focusing on the wrong things.
I think I will be happy when I finally get some material possession. I believe I will be happier when I achieve or meet certain personal goals. True happiness will surely come once this troublesome issue in my life is resolved.
The problem with waiting on these things is sometimes they may never come. If they do happen, will they really provide a lasting joy? There is always something else you may want or need, something else you may want to achieve, or another problem that comes along.
Life is too short to wait to be happy. Instead of waiting, I want to choose in my heart and mind to be happy now! There is always good and bad with each day. I can choose to focus on the good rather than the bad. I can focus on my faith in Christ and be grateful for His blessings.
The fact that God has given me life, lives within me, and promises me eternity should make my joy complete and make me happy.
Look to God and His Son each day for a joy and happiness that is everlasting.
Dressed in Faith
But may the righteous be glad and rejoice before God; may they be happy and joyful.
Psalm 68:3
Sweet devotion and so true! True happiness comes only through Christ. Thank you being His voice.
Thank you! Glad you liked it!
I need to hear this kind of encouraging message more often, Thank you!
I need to remind myself more often of these things too!! Thanks for reading!
Thank you! Very encouraging.
Thank you Tina!
Have to say I read this with a tear in my eye thinking of Lowell reminding us to be happy NOW. I still have the Holly Hobby poster that said “The time to be happy is now.” It was in Laura’s room as a little girl…she is all grown up and no longer living at home…but even today, it is still a part of the Miller home as a motto and life guide. It hangs in the garage so I can see it every time I leave the house or come back home. … perhaps NOW more than ever, A timely reminder as so many are struggling with the isolation and all the other issues surrounding our country currently. As someone else reminded me in my struggle loosing Lowell, “Stay in God’s Grip.” These two phrases keep me focused.
Oh wow! I didn’t remember the poster, and I didn’t realize it hangs in your garage. How do I not notice these things?! Lowell was always such a great inspiration to those around him for living life to the fullest! I am indeed hanging on to those words this year. Also, “Staying in God’s Grip” is such a good one too. Thanks so much for sharing!