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  why and why not,

Were we meant to be happy here?

Oh, sorry...I just realized that this is the Christian Singles forum.

And I don't think we're talking about cheese...

That's okey,

Sometimes, I'm content with my circumstances.........sometimes, I'm not (there's a ridiculous rant of mine somewhere on this board....imortalizing my stupidity for all the world to see and reminding me of what a little brat I can be).

Frankly, I don't think we were ever promised happiness in this life, so I try to remember that I have joy.

The difference between happiness and joy:

Happiness is dependent on circumstances.

Joy (in Christ) is a state of being regardless of the circumstance.  It's what brings us the peace that surpasses all understanding.

Quote from: EruditeJoy on Mon Nov 20, 2006 - 12:05:59
The difference between happiness and joy:

Happiness is dependent on circumstances.

Joy (in Christ) is a state of being regardless of the circumstance.  It's what brings us the peace that surpasses all understanding.

I never thought of it this way.  Very well said.