Everyone wants to be happy, and we all pursue happiness in different ways. we often fall into the trap of basing our hopes on earthly things, even when we know they only make us happy for a short time. Throw off both the unrealistic expectations that end in disappointment and the guilty sense that Christians are not meant to have fun. Having a clear view of the reality of the fall and the promise of redemption frees us to live a life that's grounded, hopeful and genuinely happy.