Does God Want Me To Be Happy?

God just wants me to be happy.” Is God’s main goal for us just to be happy? This message explores why chasing comfort can leave us empty—and how Jesus points us to a deeper, more lasting kind of blessing.

June 1, 2025 | Pastor John Hill

Discussion Questions

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In your opinion, how has the changing definition of happiness altered our view of God and His goodness? How does the “biblical”/traditional definition of “Happy” (A calm satisfaction; A deep understanding that things will be ok) change your understanding of what God wants for you?
Can you think of a time when you felt truly “blessed” even though your circumstances weren’t easy? What made that season meaningful?
What do you think it means to be the kind of person God calls “blessed”? What qualities or values do you think God is drawn to?
Which values do you see in Jesus’ life that challenge our modern idea of success or happiness?
What disciplines (poor in spirit, Mourn, meekness, Do the right thing, relationally generous, pure in heart, peacemaking) do you need to pursue this week to live a life that is