3 More Habits of Happy People
by Debbie Holloway In a previous devotional, I mentioned the first 3 "Habits of Happy People" according to a list I recently found. I figured I would share more Happiness Tips and continue to measure how the wisdom fits into a Christian worldview. So, let's look at three more habits of happy people… 1. Express gratitude for what you have Gratitude, or thankfulness, is encouraged throughout Scripture. Just a few verses espousing this attitude include: "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you" (1 Thess. 5:18). "Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise!" (Psalm 95:2) "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God" (Phil. 4:6). Followers of Christ are meant to be selfless, other-focused, and God-focused, not wrapped up in our own temporary discontentment. Noticing the blessings we do have, and expressing gratitude for them, helps us remember the big picture: we have already been given the ultimate gift of life through Christ! 2. Dream big The most important thing the Bible tells us about ourselves is that our identity in Christ, and our status as God's creations and children, should underscore everything we do. Do you think of yourself as a slave to sin, or to a static, hum-drum life? Well, Paul says: | 
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