The world is a hard place sometimes. Physical illness. Emotional distress. Mental struggles.

And all you want to do is be happy. Not even the jump up and down with excitement kind of happy. Maybe just be content. No matter what happens in this world.

Jesus gets it. He lived in this world just like we do. He knows it is hard here.

“In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”
– John 16:33

Those of us who follow Jesus get it. Listen to what the apostle Paul said in one of
his writings.

“I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” – Philippians 4:12-13

Contentment no matter what. True joy.

Because of Jesus.