You see this in how Jesus acted when He walked on earth. He was a part of the people He saw. He didn’t ignore them, but embraced them.

One fallacy of our humanness is control. We want what we want when we want it.

That’s the microwave world, the drone world. Deliver to me now so I can have and be what I want.

Unfortunately, this is not how our heart works. And this does not get us ahead in life. In fact, it can actually slow us down.

I asked the question, “What is robbing your heart of happiness?”

There are many things that distract us in our every day. But there are two specific areas that can drown out what you are searching for; control of the past and the future.

You trying to hold your fist tight enough or worrying yourself out of a situation or circumstance will not help you find happiness. There will be no peace.

There’s no reason for you to become frustrated, empty, and discontent.

Cultivate a life of hope.

The K.I.S.S. ~ Cultivate a life of hope!

And this doesn’t come from your own doings.

One thing that can rob you of your happiness is the past. The past can weigh you down with regrets, sorrow, and bitterness. It can make you feel like you’re stuck in a rut and unable to move forward.

But we’re told to let go of the past and move on.

Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, ¹⁴ I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. ~ Philippians 3:13-14

This doesn’t mean you should forget the lessons you have learned or the people who have shaped your life. It means you should let go of the pain and hurt of the past and focus on the present, as it will become your future.

“Worry does not save tomorrow from sorrow but robs today of joy.” ~ Dr. John Izzo

Another thing that can rob you of your happiness is the future. You can get so caught up in worrying about what might happen that you forget to enjoy the present.

But you are not to worry about the future.

“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” ~ Matthew 6:34

God’s got you!

Trusting in God’s plan for your life and living each day to the fullest can bring true happiness here on earth.

As you cultivate a life of hope, make way for gratitude so you can be present honestly and authentically.

You get to decide how you want your heart to show up. The fight is between your head and heart.

So find the peace not in this world, but in whom God is for you.

PRAYER: May your happiness not be linked to the past and future, but be grounded in the presence of God. Let go of the past, trust in God’s plan for the future, and take time to enjoy the present. May this be your journey to experiencing the fullness of joy and happiness that God has for you.

“Be present. Be incredible. Be YOU!!!“