Truth Memoirs

Contentment is a state of being happy and satisfied. It is achieved by practicing gratitude, which helps one focus on positive emotions and remember what is meaningful in life. This kind of contentment has eluded me, and I never really understood why until now. Contentment as described above is not sustainable because it is grounded on surface-level happiness that fluctuates with my personal circumstances. To find deep-seated happiness that does not fluctuate with my circumstances, I must do more than simply practice gratitude. The deep-seated happiness, which is not grounded in my personal circumstances, is joy. It comes from finding delight and true pleasure in obeying the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, if my life perspective is only focused on the seen realm without considering the unseen realm, then no matter how much gratitude I practice, I will always be exposed to surface-level contentment that is temporary. To live in joy and achieve this deep-seated level of contentme...

WHAT RELIGION TAUGHT ME Doing what makes you happy is a popular motto where I come from this means pursuing happiness should be the ultimate life goal WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS Joy is deep-rooted, inspired happiness This deep rooted inspired happiness endures hardship and trials and connects with meaning and purpose.  God is the source of joy and we experience it when we focus on Him by obeying and trusting Him. It is the secret to contentment and it is  God’s good and perfect gift that is eternal Benefits of pursuing deep rooted inspired happiness : It not only impacts our souls, it also has a positive impact on our health.  It brings us peace that protects our souls It positions us to be always be in God’s presence so not to lose our confidence It reminds us to give our burdens to God through prayer so we do not allow ourselves to be pulled in various directions in times of crisis It helps us focus on the present instead of worrying about the future It allows us to experience...