The Pursuit of Happiness

Have you ever wondered what happiness really is? I mean honestly, think, what is true happiness? We are born into a world that is consistently burdened with wars and suffering and we hear of catastrophic natural disasters and unfortunate losses. What is happy about all this? It's true that these things are in theory sad things. They're devastating to families and bring tears unlike anything our eyes have ever witnessed. The question that always puzzles me is how can someone be expected to pursue a life of happiness when sadness surrounds them? Can you forget about the sufferings you have been through or forgive those who have hurt you? The questions are endless, but the beauty of the pursuit is that it too never ends.


We are given the reins to our lives and we have the free will to do whatever it is that we want. We can choose to do something really dangerous and thrilling, or we can choose to play it safe and take the road around the obstacle. Both paths lead to our goals' end, but the journey is what shapes you into who you will become. There is a beauty that lies within the journey of the pursuit of happiness that is so unique and individualistic to each and every one of us. Two people will never live an identical life. Two people will never be as happy as each other. Thinking that the grass is greener on the other side, we strive to always want our lives to be better. But at times, we forget what we have been given. For those of you who live in America, do you realize how much of a blessing your life is here in the complete freedom of democracy? We forget; we take for granted the many gifts that have been given to us.


Sometimes. understanding how to get to the place of pure happiness will often require taking a step in the opposite direction. Pause the busyness you call life and take a second to do some reminiscing. Think back to your childhood, middle school years, high school, and beyond. Can you recall each breath? Can you remember each step that brought you to where you are? You were created to run after everything you have ever wanted. For most of us, we tend to run without ever looking back. Let me tell you this: your future would be nothing without your past. From surviving a rough upbringing and true heartache, to being blessed with abundant love, your life would be nothing but an empty vessel without those trials and tribulations.


You think you know what you're running after, to this figurative place the world calls happiness. You continue to race after it, thinking of nothing but achieving this goal. Have you ever run a race free of exhaustion? It's not possible. To achieve greatness, one needs complete brokenness. You need to train, learn and examine all aspects that will hinder this race. I am promising you from the bottom of my heart that happiness is right around the corner. If you want it, you will receive it. If you strive for it, you will never walk away empty handed. The pursuit of happiness in its entirety is a beautiful race. To be healthy, loved, and to have a purpose in life are common goals.


But here's the catch: these things, health, love, money and possessions, they all fade. The dirt on the ground changes from day to day, as does the air we breathe. What if I told you about a pursuit of Happiness that will never leave you unhappy? It will only cost you one thing, but it's something that never belonged to you from the start. What would you say to me? Would you crucify me and beat me till I bled profusely? The last time that happened, my Christ proved that love overcomes all and cannot be broken down. He came to promise us a life of pure happiness and endless love. He showed us this throughout His life on earth how much He cares for us and that's something He'll never stop doing.


If you want to pursue complete happiness, I encourage you to pursue the Maker of happiness and the Designer of consecrated love. In life, you will find many things that will make you happy,  but none of those will ever make you happy forever. Each season comes and goes. But there is One who will never leave you on your own in your tough times. You need His love to overcome all your pains and struggles; to wait is to only be unhappy one more day.


Be happy and be loved. For to be joyous is glorious, and He is Glory.


That is Truth