Happiness earned, not given.
Americans are pragmatic, relatively uncomplicated, hearty and given to broad humor.
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Therefore, a search for God's will should begin on your knees. He will meet you there. Remember that Jesus promised, "Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you" (Matthew 7:7).
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