You’ve probably heard the song “Happy” popping up a lot more lately. Interest in happiness is growing. There is an awakening and many people are seeking true, lasting happiness. Google trends show that for nearly a decade there has been a steady increase in the number of times people search for the term “happiness.” Of course, everyone aspires to be happy but do we know how to be happy? Recently, I joined the Live Happy Movement- an organization that promotes the belief that happiness starts with an individual then ripples into the lives of others and becomes a wave of positive change around the world. Since I joined the Live Happy Movement, people have described me as the “smiling face” and people ask, “What’s your secret?”
In Matthew 11:29-30, I read, “Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you will find rest for your selves. For my yoke is easy, and my burden light.” As my husband and I become more involved in the BLD community, we feel that each day is a step closer to God, thanking Him more and more. Amid the uncertainties of this world, I remain joyful. In the next few months, as core volunteers, we are set to join our annual Medical Mission in the Philippines. The venue this time is Koronadal, South Cotabato.
People say, “Cotabato is a very dangerous place to go.” I reply, “Don’t worry, be happy.” As the scripture runs in my head, “If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Rom 8:31b) I hear God say, “Not a hair on your head will be destroyed. By your perseverance you will secure your lives.” (Lk 21:18-19).
People ask, “How are you traveling there locally. Where will you stay?” I smile, “Don’t worry, be happy.” The God’s Word reminds me, “His faithfulness is a protecting shield. You shall not fear the terror of the night nor the arrow that flies by day. No evil shall befall you, no affliction come near your tent. For God commands his angels...to guard you wherever you go.” (P 91:4-5, 10-11)
People doubt, “You may not have enough volunteers this time.” I reassure, “Don’t worry, be happy.” To date, there are over 100 volunteers who have signed-up. Who can ever doubt God’s divine providence? “I am confident of this, that the one who began, a good work in you will continue to complete it until the day of Christ Jesus.” (Phil 1:6)
Grant us O, Lord we pray the constant gladness to serve You for Your yoke is easy and Your burden is light. Amen.
People say, “Cotabato is a very dangerous place to go.” I reply, “Don’t worry, be happy.” As the scripture runs in my head, “If God is for us, who can be against us?” (Rom 8:31b) I hear God say, “Not a hair on your head will be destroyed. By your perseverance you will secure your lives.” (Lk 21:18-19).
People ask, “How are you traveling there locally. Where will you stay?” I smile, “Don’t worry, be happy.” The God’s Word reminds me, “His faithfulness is a protecting shield. You shall not fear the terror of the night nor the arrow that flies by day. No evil shall befall you, no affliction come near your tent. For God commands his angels...to guard you wherever you go.” (P 91:4-5, 10-11)
People doubt, “You may not have enough volunteers this time.” I reassure, “Don’t worry, be happy.” To date, there are over 100 volunteers who have signed-up. Who can ever doubt God’s divine providence? “I am confident of this, that the one who began, a good work in you will continue to complete it until the day of Christ Jesus.” (Phil 1:6)
Grant us O, Lord we pray the constant gladness to serve You for Your yoke is easy and Your burden is light. Amen.