Those who trust the Lord will be joyful.
Proverbs 16:20 (NLT)
We all want joy, in other words, happiness. The American Declaration of Independence asserts that all people have a right to pursue happiness. We make our decisions based on expected happiness outcomes. Most of the bad decisions people make are based on the hope that it will bring them some kind of happiness or at least help them avoid unhappiness. They make short-term decisions, like taking Methamphetamine, because they want some happiness, and they discount the long-term harm.
But where can we find deep, lasting joy? It can only be experienced if the deepest part of ourselves connects to something big enough and good enough that it satisfies our deepest self. And happiness can only be found in relationships; humans have never been fully satisfied without close friendships. So, the only way we can find and grow in joy is by our spirit connecting with the infinite, loving God. This is why we pursue God in Christ above all else because that brings the greatest happiness to us and those around us. Joy comes from faith; all lasting blessings flow from this.
So, we can lay aside all our other harmful and immature decisions and crucify our bad habits knowing that they only damage our joy. We want to lay aside everything that entangles us (Heb. 12:1) so we can run with Jesus and to Jesus – this is our greatest joy. We trust him above all else, knowing that he will give us joy as we turn away from worldliness and turn to his blessings.
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