How to be Happy
This week the pastoral team begins a new series called “Watch Your Attitude” based on the Beatitudes. Pastor Jerry will explore the importance of humility this week.
Matthew 5: 3-12 NIV
3 “Blessed are the poor in spirit,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
4 Blessed are those who mourn,
for they will be comforted.
5 Blessed are the meek,
for they will inherit the earth.
6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness,
for they will be filled.
7 Blessed are the merciful,
for they will be shown mercy.
8 Blessed are the pure in heart,
for they will see God.
9 Blessed are the peacemakers,
for they will be called children of God.
10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness,
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
11 “Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you, and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for, in the same way, they persecuted the prophets who were before you.
- My Idea of Happiness: Having the Right Circumstances
Dead Ends:
Accumulating Things
Experiencing Pleasure
Achieving Success
- God’s Way to Happiness: Having the Right Attitude
- Jesus Taught the First Step to Happiness is to be Humble
Humility:
Reduces Stress
Improves Relationships
Releases God’s Power