The Bible indicates that true happiness is rooted in God's love and the joy of knowing Him rather than in worldly conditions.
The Bible teaches that true happiness and joy come from a relationship with God and understanding His will for our lives. In John 15:9-11, Jesus states that remaining in His love and obeying Him leads to complete joy. This joy arises from recognizing that our happiness is not tied to worldly circumstances but to the assurance of God's love and salvation. Furthermore, true happiness may often be elusive in this fallen world, as reflected in Psalm 51:8, where joy is associated with a right standing before God.
Scripture References:
John 15:9-11, Psalm 51:8, John 13:17, Matthew 5:3-10
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