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4 ingredients of happiness

July 3, 2020July 2, 2020 / MatthewRuttan / Leave a comment

Generally speaking, people want to be happy. But what is happiness, anyway? Is it related to status, money, or an all-expenses paid vacation? What about a lollipop while watching the sunset? I want to share four “ingredients of true happiness” according to John Calvin, a towering figure in Christian thought from the 1500’s. I value … Continue reading 4 ingredients of happiness

Having it all

September 10, 2019September 8, 2019 / MatthewRuttan / Leave a comment

Yesterday I highlighted something that can rob us of our contentment: always being reminded of what others have (but we don’t). We can sometimes feel bitter when think other people have better stuff, better experiences, better relationships, and better everything. But when you focus on what you DO have you’re less likely to be downcast … Continue reading Having it all

The Rat Race

July 10, 2019July 9, 2019 / MatthewRuttan / Leave a comment

There's a section from a children’s book called Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH which is an insightful commentary on  1 Timothy 6:6-8 which says, "But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we … Continue reading The Rat Race

J.O.M.O.

April 25, 2019April 24, 2019 / MatthewRuttan / Leave a comment

Have you heard of JOMO? It stands for the “joy of missing out.” At first it seems like a strange statement. After all, isn’t “missing out” a bad thing? Sure. Sometimes. But missing out can bring you joy when you need a break, rest, and some space from the endless online chatter, high-drama relationships, or … Continue reading J.O.M.O.

The Almighty Kill-Joy?

October 26, 2017October 25, 2017 / MatthewRuttan / Leave a comment

A lot of people think of God as an Almighty Kill-Joy. As if he never wants you to have any fun. As if he wants you to continually flagellate yourself and stick a pin in the balloon of your excitement and happiness. This is a radical misunderstanding of God. Does God think you should do … Continue reading The Almighty Kill-Joy?

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