Does God Want Us to be Happy?

“Choose holiness, not happiness.” Are these two things mutually exclusive? Does our personal pursuit of holiness come at the expense of our happiness? Actually, no! When we go to God’s Word, we see that the terms “happiness” and “joy” are used interchangeably. In fact, we see the key to effectively glorifying God in our lives is by enjoying Him. Our holiness and happiness are intricately connected! God desires for you to be happy knowing that He alone is the Source of our holiness and happiness.   Connect with us: www.dailygracepodcast.com www.thedailygraceco.com https://www.facebook.com/thedailygraceco/ https://www.instagram.com/thedailygraceco/   Questions? Email us! [email protected] _______________________________   Resources mentioned in this episode: Aussie Bites "Is Happiness Different from Joy?" with Randy Alcorn from Desiring God Happiness by Randy Alcorn Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 1 Ep. 68 Walking Through Seasons of Spiritual Dryness by Daily Grace The Weight of Glory by C.S. Lewis The Expulsive Power of a New Affection by Thomas Chalmers  Ep. 96 True Hope for Hard Times: Setting Our Eyes on Eternity by Daily Grace   Scripture mentioned in this episode: Jeremiah 31:13 Isaiah 52:7 Luke 2:10 Matthew 5:2-12 1 Timothy 2:4 Psalm 32:1 Psalm 16:11 John 16:33 Psalm 5:11 1 Thessalonians 5:16 Psalm 119:18 Psalm 16:3 Psalm 30:5   Connect with us: Subscribe to Daily Grace: on iOS, go to our iTunes page and click subscribe.  On Android, click this podcast RSS feed link and choose your podcast app.  If needed, you can copy this link directly into your favorite podcast app (like Stitcher or Overcast).  Or follow us on Spotify! We would love if you took a few minutes to leave us an iTunes review to help spread the word about Daily Grace!  We want to invite more women into our conversations! Download The Daily Grace app: for iOS, click here to download.  On Android, click here to download. Visit The Daily Grace Co. for beautiful products for the whole family that will equip you on your journey to knowing and loving God more.  Subscribe to The Daily Grace Newsletter and receive free Bible study resources in your inbox.  Like The Daily Grace Co. on Facebook. Follow on Instagram for the latest updates on the podcast and The Daily Grace Co.  Engage with our Facebook community, “The Daily Grace Co. Community”.  Read The Daily Grace blog for encouragement throughout the week that is steeped in biblical truths. **Affiliate links used are used where appropriate.** Thank you for supporting the products that support the production of this podcast!