Keys of Happiness (part 3)

15 years ago by Emmanuel Higgins

Keeping in mind that Joy also means Happiness lets look at a text we read last week. ...in thy presence is fulness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures for evermore. Psalms 16:11 Listen closely, this text contains one of the keys we have been looking for. Let's take a look at this fullness of joy. Question: where do we find it? The Bible says "In thy presence is fullness of joy" Does this mean we must be in the presence of God to have fullness of joy? I...

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Keys of Happiness (part 2)

15 years ago by Emmanuel Higgins

There was an ordinary man, just like you and I, who wanted to get rich, to live a happy life, and to get all the luxuries and pleasures of this world. He lived a very busy life. He would have breakfast very early in the day, and travel a long way to work, where he was a financial advisor, constantly trying to solve the problems of his clients coming to him with their woes. He would have a brief lunch at midday and then dive back into work during the afternoon. At the end of the day he would co...

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Keys of Happiness (part 1)

15 years ago by Emmanuel Higgins

What more could we want in our life, and in the lives of our families than a deep and lasting happiness, peace and contentment? Most people work hard to earn money, buy lots of expensive gadgets, cars, a house, a holiday, etc. all the while hoping against hope that this is going to make them happy. And doesn't this seem to work for a short time? Perhaps it may seem to, but how secure is it? What would happen if their house burnt down over-night with their car, and belongings? In the ...

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Why Worry? (part 2)

15 years ago by Emmanuel Higgins

Last week we saw how we should live just one day at a time, and how we shouldn't be anxious or worried about anything in the future because God has it in control and He will only give us the strength we need just for today. One of our key texts was Matthew 6:34 Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof. Let's read another amazing Bible promise. Philippians 4:6, 7 Be car...

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Why Worry? (part 1)

15 years ago by Emmanuel Higgins

Our lives tend to get busier and busier don't they? More and more worries seem to crowd into our day until we hardly have time to spend with our loved ones, or more importantly, with God. Worry and Stress is one of the biggest problems for many. The fast-paced life, and stressful environment can also cause health problems and it leaves us tired and unhappy. So how can we cope with worry and stress, or even eliminate them from our lives? Let's what the Bible says to us. But first, ...

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The Sound of Silence

15 years ago

Have you ever sat on a rock near a running stream or maybe on a log out in the bush somewhere and just listened? It is a very relaxing sound, isn't it? I like to call it the sound of silence. It's silent, but it's not. There is a stillness in the air, but there are the quiet sounds of nature. The birds singing, the breeze blowing in the trees, and crickets chirping. It reminds me of the contrast between the sounds of nature and of the life so many of us live. Life in this world is always so b...

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Which Way is Up?

15 years ago by Emmanuel Higgins

We live in a culture that says: "to get somewhere in the world we have to put others down and work our way up or exalt ourselves", we've got to "climb the ladder". After all, isn't it our natural desire to be somebody, to be honoured or to be looked up to by other people? Yes, it is, and many spend their lives seeking for this fame and honour. But how do we become truly great? How does our way of thinking differ from God's way? He says to us: Isaiah 55:8-9 For my thoughts [are] n...

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Discouraged in Life?

15 years ago by Emmanuel Higgins

Have you ever been discouraged in your life? Perhaps everything just seems to be going wrong! And you're feeling lonely and discouraged. Where can I find the courage to face whatever the day may bring, to face my friends, family or work colleagues being a true witness for Christ? Lets take a look at the Bible. Psalms 42:5 Why art thou cast down, O my soul? and why art thou disquieted in me? Why are we disquieted (or disturbed)? Why do we feel down or discouraged? Is ther...

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Signs of the Coming of Jesus

15 years ago by Emmanuel Higgins

(The Bible on the return of Jesus, part 3) Last week we read from Matthew chapter 24, and saw some amazing signs that have already taken place in this world! Signs that Jesus said would be seen just before He comes back to this world. (read part 1 and part 2 of this series if you haven't already) But can this be really true? There are many people who have claimed that the end of the world is coming.... and that Jesus will return on such and such a date, and the world will end. Yet ...

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Cheering Hope! (part 2)

15 years ago by Emmanuel Higgins

(The Bible on the return of Jesus, part 2) Last week we were looking at some cheering Bible texts, telling us that Jesus will come back to this earth and take us to be with Him in heaven. To that perfect and pure world, without pain, sorrow or sickness. ( Click here if you haven't read part 1 of this series) But how will this happen? Who will Jesus take back with Him to heaven? And do we know how far away the coming of Jesus is? Lets see what the Bible says! What will the co...

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