Psalms 146:5 says: “Happy is he that hath the God of Jacob for his help, whose hope is in the LORD his God:”
Proverbs 16:20 says: “He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.”
The foundation for happiness is a proper relationship with the Lord.
LET US CONSIDER THESE 10 RULES FOR A HAPPIER LIVING.
1] Give something away.
2] Show an act of kindness.
3] Give thanks always. Ephesians 5:20
4] Work with vitality and energy. Ecclesiastes 9:10
5] Visit the elderly and learn from their experience.
6] Look intently into the face of a baby and marvel.
7] Laugh often-It’s life’s lubricant.
8] Pray to know God’s way. Jeremiah 42:3, 1John 5:14
9] Plan as though you will live forever.
10] Live as though today is your last day on earth.
You can back up these rules with praise.
Prayer: Help me to find happiness in life and in you. Give me the grace to remember these things and praise your name always, in Jesus name. Amen.