Happiness Is . . .: Simple Steps to a Life of Joy

by A.R. Bernard

A founder of the New York Christian Cultural Center draws on Scripture and the philosophies of high-profile world figures and celebrities to counsel readers on how to break cycles of negativity while building on faith-based talents for greater wisdom and purpose. 100,000 first printing.

Genres: Nonfiction, Christian

224 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2007

Reviews

[Donna Grayson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I listened to this in the car first thing in the morning. Very inspirational. Lots of good quotes and ideas. Not only from the Bible, but from authors and celebrities. This is the type of book you could listen to as a morning devotional, and read numerous times. I got a lot out of it. Great thoughts and teaching.

[James C. · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Happiness Is...” A Must Read

There are a lot of books and statements about happiness, but nothing as practical and hopeful than this body of work. A.R. Bernard has the formula, and his source material is God.

[Amy Haden · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was great to listen to while I got ready in the mornings or before bed at night. It’s all just positive quotes and thoughts and Bible verses so it was peaceful to listen to and get my thoughts in the right space for the day.

[M Pau · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a nice read, it's a compilation of phrases, quotes, and inspirational messages.

"Happiness is accepting God's abundance"
"A Happy Heart is a Thankful heart"

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this all year to give myself a boost!

[shirley · Rating 5 out of 5]

52 chapters of information, quotes, advice. One chapter a week to digest all the messages and turn them into practical use.

[Jason · Rating 3 out of 5]

Certainly food for thought. 52 chapters regarding virtues that will lead to happiness. The book is meant to be tackled 1 (very short) chapter per week. I can imagine the advantage of using that week's chapter for morning meditation (<5 min) each morning for 7 days.

Each chapter has a "Great Thoughts" section with profound quotes on the chapter's topic. How arrogant that the author put one of HIS quotes in half the chapters? (Isn't he writing the rest of the book?)

[Erica · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love my pastor!