“God blesses those people who refuse evil advice and won’t follow sinners or join in sneering at God.  Instead, they find happiness in the Teaching of the Lord, and they think about it day and night.” -Psalm 1:1-2[CEV]

A Time to Think…
What makes you happy? The question should be easy to answer, right? “Just give me this, this, and this, and I’ll be happy.” Many people believe money, success, and fame are the surest paths to happiness. Until they have money, success, and fame. When comedian Dave Chappelle was at the height of his popularity, making millions of dollars, he walked away from it all. His reason? “The higher up I go, the less happy I am.” -Pastor Greg Laurie

Time to Act…
This day may give you grief or happiness. It is your choice to choose and then what will you do with that choice? First, pray, then listen to God’s wisdom, perhaps your choice is not what God wants you to take. Be patient with God as God moves you to do the right thing. Then you will find the happiness you are craving.

A Time to Pray…
O Lord, it is hard to find happiness in this tough society. So many ups and downs, and hard choices to make. Help me to listen to you, to follow your directions and embrace your wisdom. I know if I try on my own I will fail. In you, O Lord, I will find the joy and happiness I seek and that is where I want to be. Help me to do so, AMEN.