Some Keys To Happiness.

All of us are seeking to be happy. Some find happiness, others spend their lives seeking and never finding it. Is it really possible for us to be Happy, or are we fooling ourselves and spending a lot of time in an endless search? (The following information is adapted from an article by Robert Harkrider in the West End Way, April 11, 1999).

1. Learn To Be at Peace with Self and God.

"Godliness with contentment is great gain." (1 Tim. 6:6) The first step to true inner peace is obedience to God. [If we provide the Obedience, God provides the Peace!]

2. Pray Often.

"And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask anything according to his will, he heareth us." (1 John 5:14)  "Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your request be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." (Phil. 4:6,7)

3. Count Your Blessings and be Content.

This does not mean to be lazy, but it does mean that whether poor or rich, learn how to measure the good thing of life and find joy in them.

"For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and raiment let us be therewith content." (1 Timothy 6:7,8)

4. Wait on the Lord.  Happiness that is enduring can be attained only when we fully trust Him.

"But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint." (Isaiah 40:31)