How To Be Truly Happy

 HOW TO BE HAPPY – AS TAUGHT BY JESUS

Do we want to be happy?  Here are eight ways to get there as taught by Jesus Christ, the one who is the way, the truth, and the life.

God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. 

God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

God blesses those who are humble, for they will inherit the whole earth.

God blesses those who hunger and thirst for justice, for they will be satisfied.

God blesses those who are merciful, for they will be shown mercy.

God blesses those whose hearts are pure, for they will see God.

God blesses those who work for peace, for they will be called the children of God.

God blesses those who are persecuted for doing right, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.

Matthew 5:3-10

How do we implement these teachings into our day to day living and find the happiness God promises?

THE POOR IN SPIRIT – Humbly admit that God exists and turn our will and our life over to His care.

THE MOURNERS – Admit the pain we carry and bring it to God for His comfort and healing rather than running from it or burying it. 

THE MEEK – Acknowledge that we can’t do life on our own, ask God to show us His way, and then submit ourselves to follow it.

THE HUNGRY FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS - Desire for God to make all things right and good in all our relationships and dealings with others.

THE MERCIFUL - Extend God's incredible compassion and mercy to others.

THE PURE IN HEART - Submit to God's ways in all we think, say, and do, no matter who is watching.

THE PEACEMAKERS – Always seek to bring healing and enhance cooperation among individuals, family members, and community groups 

THE PERSECUTED - Regardless of the consequences, follow Jesus and do what is right.

Prayer:  God, we want to be happy.  Help us to learn from You and follow Your ways in all we do and say.  Amen