How to live a joyful life

Is it really possible to live a joyful life? How do we live a joyful life? During tough times, it is very easy to get washed into the tide of doom and gloom, of hopelessness and despair, of depression and helplessness.



One of the early Christians instructed at Phillipi:



1 - Show a gentle attitude towards everyone

2 - Don't worry about anyting

3 - Ask God for what you need

4 - Have a thankful heart

5 - Fill your mind with good things



He even added that if you put these into practise, your hearts and minds will be safe. And the God who gives peace will be with you.



If we strive to think of things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and honourable, we shall be able to live in joy.



Indeed, inner joy and peace are possible. If you decide, first of all, to live a joyful life.



Decide then to live joyfully, and all else will follow. Some writers say, if you regularly and consciously think of joy and peace, you will attract joy and peace into your life.

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