The Pursut Of Happiness

Do you remember those round, yellow, smiley-faced stickers that showed up frequently on stationery and postcards? Often they were accompanied by the simple message, “Smile” or “Be happy.” Everyone longs to be happy. We look for happiness in money, pleasure, parties, self-improvement programs, material possessions, and in the causes we promote. But in our quest, we fail to find the elusive prize. Happiness isn’t found by pursuing it. It’s a by-product of seeking a close relationship with God. In this relationship, we find a depth of happiness that no person or thing can give. That’s what Solomon, the wisest person who ever lived, referred to when he said, “Whoever trusts in the Lord, happy is he” (Proverbs 16:20 NKJV). Are you happy? You can be.