One common misconception is that happiness is solely the result of what happens to you. This puts most of what we experience outside the realm of our own personal control. I love it when I can’t do a thing about it. Not really. And you?
Another mistake is in assuming that what we can do for ourselves will bring us happiness. Now it is all up to you and if you are discontent, it is completely your fault. There’s a feeling to make you cheery, huh?
A third option: happiness is discovered in doing for others. Suddenly you are neither reliant on independent external forces nor self-generated outcomes to lift you up. You have given part of yourself away to the benefit of others and you are better for it. Finally, the path away from misery. It sounds a bit obvious now that we’ve thought about it.
“Lord, what you have entrusted to me I willingly confer on others. Direct me to someone in need today. Show me where to I may serve as your representative.”
Tim Gramly
Education Pastor
SHBC
June 2, 2009
About Me
- Tim G.
- Born in Topeka, Kansas and having grown up in eastern Kansas (Lawrence, Desoto, Pittsburg, and Topeka), I am originally native to the area. Once living in Kansas, I have lived in each of the following states as well: Missouri, Oklahoma, Iowa, Indiana, Ohio, and California. My wife and I have two married daughters, two sons-in-law, and four grandchildren. Gray hair is earned, not given out. (No cats, dogs, parrots, mice, bugs or alligators, but lots of frogs.) One of the best things about being a parent is that you learn a lot about The Father and His love for His children.
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