The Happiness of God
When we think of God, we often imagine a stern, serious figure. But what if I told you that God is actually a happy God? In 1 Timothy 1:11, Paul writes, “According to the glorious gospel of the blessed God which was committed to my trust.” This phrase reveals a profound truth: God is the author and giver of every blessing, and He is called the blessed God because He is a happy God.
What Does It Mean to Be Blessed?
To be blessed means to be in a state of happiness. When we read that God is the blessed God, it means that He wants to bring His happiness to us. But why is God called the “happy God”? The answer lies in His holiness. The joys we experience in salvation come from a pure fountain, and if God were unholy, He would be without happiness.
The False Image of Holiness
Unfortunately, some people have a distorted view of holiness. They associate it with gloom, legalism, and grimness, thinking that holy people are unhappy, mean, and sour. But nothing could be further from the truth. Heaven, the holiest place of all, is also the happiest place of all.
The True Meaning of Happiness
Happiness is not just about having a great sense of humor or being fun-loving. It’s a state of someone’s heart and sense of wellbeing, not a characteristic of someone’s temperament or personality trait. The happiest people on earth are those who are pure in heart, for they shall see God (Matthew 5:8 AMP).
The Source of True Happiness
True happiness comes from our relationship with God through Christ. The blood of Jesus cleanses us from all sin, removes our guilt and condemnation, and opens the doorway for our happiness by bringing us into a right relationship with God. This allows us to partake in His holiness (Hebrews 12:10).
A Personal Testimony
I love the words of a new believer in Christ who gave his testimony of salvation: “Sometin’ in me got released for good. I swallowed sunshine! He has given me a mighty faith that has made me feel clean inside.” It’s wonderful to belong to a happy God who brings happiness to His children.
A Call to Experience God’s Happiness
So, what does it mean to you to know that God is a happy God? Have you experienced His happiness in your life? Take a moment to reflect on your relationship with God and ask yourself: am I living in the joy and happiness that He desires for me?
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