Chasing Happiness

The righteous are blessed and prosper.
The wicked are judged and perish.

Choose God’s way for happiness!

  1. Delight in God’s Word 1-2

Happiness involves a right relationship with God’s Word!
We need godly influence in order to influence sinners, rather than being influenced by them.
God’s Word must be part of our identity, permeating all that we do!

  1. Root in God’s presence 3-4

Nourishment from God yields prosperity from God!
The prosperity God gives is fruitfulness!
Decision: anchor yourself to satisfaction in God, OR blow about chasing empty happiness!

  1. Grow in God’s righteousness 5-6

We are called to decision!  Judgment is coming! (Matthew 3:7-12)
The wrong path leads to destruction!
God’s way of righteousness enables us to withstand the judgment!

 

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