Another Good Reason to be a Christian

[Rev. Rye]

As I was driving home from bible study and worship service today I came to a realization.  It's not that all christians are joyful, even though they should be, but the only people I've come across in my life that I would consider joyful have been christians.  I see joy as different than happiness, in that it is a deeper contentment, and is there whether one's life is going well or not.  It's present even in times of great sickness and dying.  It's knowing that, no matter what happens, things are okay--not just that they will be okay, but they are okay.     

To quote George Bernard Shaw:

The fact that a believer is happier than a sceptic is no more to the point than the fact that a drunken man is happier than a sober one

But while we're on the subject of joy with regards to certain religions, have you ever tried encountering Buddhists? Studies show they may actually be among the most joyful people on the planet. Just ask this man.