What Jesus teaches about Happiness
Introduction
Have you ever found yourself seeking happiness in all the wrong places? Living in a society that constantly bombards us with ideas of what should make us happy, it’s easy to lose sight of what true happiness is. In this devotional, we’ll discover that real happiness is not found in the things of this world, but through a deep and fulfilling relationship with Jesus Christ.
Let’s embark on this joyous journey with an open heart, ready to receive the eternal happiness that Jesus teaches, a happiness that defies worldly standards and is everlasting. Get ready to be not just informed, but truly transformed.
Bible Verse
“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled” – Matthew 5:6 (NIV).
Meaning
This verse is part of the Beatitudes that Jesus laid out in His sermon on the mount. Here Jesus declares that true happiness, or blessedness, comes not from worldly possessions or status, but from a deep longing for righteousness – a hunger and thirst that only God can satisfy. This is a transformative teaching that challenges common views on what brings happiness.
Jesus isn’t saying that temporal things like wealth, success, or human relationships are necessarily bad. However, He cautions us not to rely on these transient things for our happiness. Rather, He urges us to yearn for a relationship with God, for righteousness, because in this pursuit, we’ll find real fulfillment.
Actions to Take
- Start your day with a prayer asking God to help you hunger and thirst for righteousness.
- Strive to make choices that reflect your desire for righteousness in your daily activities.
- Study the Bible consistently, seeking to understand God’s definition of righteousness and how you can apply it to your life.
- Make a conscious effort to center your desires around God, and not the transient things of this world.
Journal Prompts
- What are some worldly things you’ve sought happiness in? How have those pursuits left you feeling in the long run?
- How can you foster a deeper hunger and thirst for righteousness in your life?
- Reflect on a time when your pursuit of righteousness brought you joy. What can you learn from that experience?
Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father, I acknowledge that true happiness comes from yearning for righteousness and not from worldly possessions. Help me to always thirst and hunger for righteousness above anything else. In Jesus’s name, I pray. Amen.
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Conclusion
When we crave righteousness as we do food and water, we are promised to not just be satisfied, but be filled to overflowing. What a profound and beautiful promise of happiness Jesus gives us! Let’s stay consistent in seeking God’s righteousness and experience the true and lasting joy of being filled by Him.
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