Update: Congratulations to our winners, Laura, Laura, and Rebecca!
Have you ever met one of those people who radiate happiness? Not the fake kind that looks like a clenched perma-grin is hiding in years of pent up aggression. The real stuff. Pure, unadulterated happiness.
I think of my sweet friend Danielle, whose smile lights up an entire city block. I think of a guy I went to college with who my roommates and I legitimately referred to as “Smiley” because we didn’t know his name but knew that he was perpetually smiling. I think of a precious couple who attended the small church I was raised in, who are known for hugging tightly, laughing deeply, and loving outrageously.
They’re all just…happy.
And I’m left sitting here with just a few questions burning in my heart.
I have Jesus too, so why am I not happy like that? What about all of these other men and women in the world who claim Christ as their Savior, but whose attitudes reflect anger, judgment, and bitterness? Does God actually want us to be happy, or does He wants us to be holy? Is God happy? What does Scripture have to say about happiness in our walk with Christ? What is the difference between joy and happiness? Is Heaven the only place we’ll ever be happy?
(See? Just a few questions.)
Am I alone here? Surely I’m not the only one who has asked these questions.
Thankfully, I know I’m not alone, because Randy Alcorn created an entire Bible study (and whattayaknow, it’s called Happiness) to answer all sorts of questions just like those listed above.
In his 6-session Bible study, noted theologian Randy Alcorn dispels centuries of misconceptions about happiness and provides indisputable proof that God not only wants us to be happy but also commands it. This is the most definitive study on the subject of happiness to date and a paradigm-shifting wake-up call for the church and Christians everywhere.
Today, we’re giving away THREE Happiness Bible study books to three lucky winners! To enter to win, simply fill out the form below.
By entering today’s giveaway, you acknowledge Lifeway Christian Resources’ official promotion rules. Today’s giveaway starts at the posting time of this blog and ends Monday (01/25/2016) at noon (12:00 pm) CST. You must be 18 to enter, and you may only enter once. The winner will be selected at random. Only participants who live in the United States or Canada are eligible to win. For questions about the rules and regulations of this giveaway, please contact Heather Warfield at One Lifeway Plaza, Nashville, TN 37234-140.
Heather Warfield, the Lifeway Women Marketing Coordinator, is an optimist, coffee lover, and guacamole enthusiast from Michigan who currently plants her feet in the sweet, sweet south. Her favorite things include, but are not limited to: lakes, trees, sunshine, good talks, fair trade chocolate, new experiences, and people who think she’s funny.
