Putting On A Happy Face

"Rejoice in the LORD always and again I say, rejoice."

- Philippians 4:4

Life is full of colors and its meaning, we can't control all our circumstances, but we can control our reactions. Life is 10% of what happens to you and 90% of how we respond or react to our situations. Studies shows and proven that a smile on your face is good for you and everyone around you. One experts says smiling do some tricks to our body to feel good. Your smile is your most powerful tool for influencing others in a positive way.

How we handle disappointments, frustrations, and offenses is a factor that leads to happy life. When we encounter such conflicts we need to remain cool and smile. There are steps that we need to do in order to live a happy life and here are the following:

1. Submit your plans to the LORD. In Proverbs 19:21 says "There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand." In Psalm 37:4-6 says "Delight thyself also in the LORD; and He shall give thee the desires of thine heart. Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in Him; and He shall bring it to pass."

2. Make up your mind to be happy no matter what does or doesn't happen. Sometimes our great expectations upset us, though we need to be expectant when we pray, but leave to GOD the perfect time for your prayers to be answered. Don't believe the lies of the Devil that in order to be happy is to fulfill all material things that you want. In John 14:27 says as our LORD speaks Himself "Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let be afraid."

3. Develop a character of meekness and uprightness. Emotions are controlled either by circumstances or by your character itself. In Matthew 5:5 says as our LORD Himself speaks "Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth."  Meekness is not weakness but strength under control. In Hebrews 1:9 says "Thou hast loved righteousness, and hated iniquity; therefore GOD, even thy GOD, hath anointed thee with the oil of gladness above thy fellows." If we walk in meekness and in righteousness there's a benefit from it and that is gladness that comes from Him.

4. Cultivate a constant awareness of the presence of GOD in your life. In Psalm 16:11 says "Thou wilt shew me the path of life: in thy presence is fullness of joy; at thy right hand there are pleasures forevermore. Our satisfaction in order to enjoy life should be centered with our LORD, GOD.

In summary in order to put on a happy face, we need to make a habit of smiling, what other people say against you, does not define you. You have the right to choose to be happy or not. Be aware of the presence of GOD everyday, every hour, and in every circumstances in our lives. Yes our joy cannot be dictated by circumstances, people around us, nor our environment, and yes we will rejoice in the LORD, yes we will rejoice!