Happiness Is . . .: Simple Steps to a Life of Joy

by A.R. Bernard

If money doesn't buy happiness, what does?

From the founder and spiritual leader of the 28,000-member New York Christian Cultural Center, here is a powerful tool that can help anyone escape the grip of negativity and achieve the spiritual prosperity that can come only with discipline and wisdom.

Drawing on scripture, common sense, and inspirational quotes from an army of luminaries that includes Billy Graham, Mother Theresa, Quincy Jones, and Rick Warren, Happiness Is... explains what happiness is, how to find it, and how to keep it. "Happiness isn't a commodity that can be purchased in a store," counsels Bernard. "It's a by-product of the way you choose to live and the things you choose to think." Happiness Is... teaches you not to worry about things you can't control and instead inspires you to use the talents that God has already given you to lead a purposeful, principled life.

Are you ready to celebrate your life today? God's love for you is infinite. Accept it joyfully...and be happy now.

Genres: Nonfiction, Christian

224 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

Reviews

[Donna Grayson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I listened to this in the car first thing in the morning. Very inspirational. Lots of good quotes and ideas. Not only from the Bible, but from authors and celebrities. This is the type of book you could listen to as a morning devotional, and read numerous times. I got a lot out of it. Great thoughts and teaching.

[James C. · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Happiness Is...” A Must Read

There are a lot of books and statements about happiness, but nothing as practical and hopeful than this body of work. A.R. Bernard has the formula, and his source material is God.

[Amy Haden · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was great to listen to while I got ready in the mornings or before bed at night. It’s all just positive quotes and thoughts and Bible verses so it was peaceful to listen to and get my thoughts in the right space for the day.

[M Pau · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a nice read, it's a compilation of phrases, quotes, and inspirational messages.

"Happiness is accepting God's abundance"
"A Happy Heart is a Thankful heart"

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this all year to give myself a boost!

[shirley · Rating 5 out of 5]

52 chapters of information, quotes, advice. One chapter a week to digest all the messages and turn them into practical use.

[Jason · Rating 3 out of 5]

Certainly food for thought. 52 chapters regarding virtues that will lead to happiness. The book is meant to be tackled 1 (very short) chapter per week. I can imagine the advantage of using that week's chapter for morning meditation (<5 min) each morning for 7 days.

Each chapter has a "Great Thoughts" section with profound quotes on the chapter's topic. How arrogant that the author put one of HIS quotes in half the chapters? (Isn't he writing the rest of the book?)

[Erica · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love my pastor!