Here are some attitudes and actions, revealed in scripture, which if applied in our hearts will result in the by-product we call “happiness.”
“Serve the Lord with gladness. . .” (Ps 100:2)
“Worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness.” (Ps. 29:2)
“Pray without ceasing” (1 Thess. 5:17)
“And be ye hind to one another, tender hearted, forgiving one another.” (Eph. 4:32)
“Bear one another’s burdens” (Gal. 6:1)
“Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.” (Gal. 6:10)
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God.” (Phil. 4:6)
“I have learned in whatever state I am to be content.” (Phil. 4:11)
“. . . Walk in the light as He is in the light . . .” (1 Jn. 1:7)
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” (Phil. 4:13)
True happiness comes when God’s will is being done in our lives.
–Roger Massey via Bulletin Digest