The Secret to True Happiness: Enjoy Today, Embrace Tomorrow (Hardcover)

by Joyce Meyer (Author)
Key Phrases: grieve your losses, embrace tomorrow, God's Word, Holy Spirit, Jesus Christ (more...)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly
There's nothing new or earth-shattering about Meyer's latest self-help book for Christians, but naysayers may be won over by her can-do attitude despite the unoriginal content.A bestselling author and Bible teacher with a popular daily television program, Meyer wants readers to be happy—not because they have enjoyable circumstances, perfect health, fat wallets or other enviable externals, but simply because they choose to be happy.Happiness, according to Meyer, is a decision to trust in God's power, not merely in the power of one's own positive thinking.(She does, however, emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive attitude and surrounding oneself with others who do the same.)In short chapters, she discusses issues like habits, discipline, simplicity, creativity and health.She helpfully distinguishes between being busy and being fruitful, urging readers to embrace fruitfulness and productivity.As with her other books, each chapter opens with a joke or light anecdote, then delves a little deeper with biblical examples and stories from Meyer's life, including her recovery from sexual abuse and her own struggles to be happy.(Apr. 29)
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Product Description
For all the technology, conveniences, and advantages we experience in today's world, many of us struggle just to get through each day. After coming through what seemed like a lifetime of abuse, hardship, and oppression, Joyce Meyer has come to live every day in victory and joy. In her new book, she spreads the word that an exciting, enjoyable life is available to everyone! The breakthrough for Joyce came when she started to look at herself through God's eyes. There, she not only saw the truth about herself and changes she needed to make, but came to know His unconditional love. Joyce has packed this book with biblical principles and practical application revealing secrets she has discovered for living a full and joyful life. After reading this informative and entertaining book, you will be ready to ENJOY TODAY and EMBRACE TOMORROW.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 288 pages
• Publisher: FaithWords (April 29, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0446531995
• ISBN-13: 978-0446531993
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #41,321 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another Very Good Book by Joyce, May 26, 2008

By	In Pursuit of Proverbs 31 "Amy Bayliss" (Cajun Country) - See all my reviews

When I first received my copy of Joyce Meyer's book, The True Secret To Happiness, my first thoughts were, "I've read nearly every book she has written and stood in line for hours to hear her preach, what else could I possibly learn from her?"

Whew.... where do I start?

I found the answers to the following questions in this book:

How can I truly enjoy life given my circumstances?
How can I be completely satisfied with where I am in my life?
How can I be happy with, and most importantly, how can I love me?

Joyce answers these questions by focusing on our relationship with God. This is not a book on how to be happy in the way the world perceives happiness but instead, it is about the pure joy that can only come as a result of our relationship with God. Girl, I got inspired and happy just reading through the chapter titles!

The clear cut principals that are given in this book are so simple that the reader may be shocked that they didn't think of it themselves. There are also humorous stories spread throughout the book that are sure to make the reader smile and I appreciate that given the subject matter. I learned to enjoy life one day at a time and to soak it up and savor it.

There are 28 short and easy to read chapters in this book. They cover every area from laughing, trusting through trials, and health to simplicity, raising the standard, and creativity. The type is fairly large which makes it easy to read and the layout is pleasing to the eye. It is complete with an appendix of scriptures that you can pray and memorize. This book gives hope and who couldn't use some of that?

This book is scheduled to be released on April 29, 2008. I highly recommend that you get a copy and while you are at it, bless that friend who could use a bit of happiness!

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful resource, June 19, 2008

By	A. Brown - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have several Joyce Meyer books and they have all been wonderful sources of encouragement and helped me tremendously in my life. Joyce's books teach you how to live each day of your life and learn how to enjoy each day, no matter what you may be going through, relying on the Lord as your strength and source for all your needs.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Happiness, June 7, 2008

By	Katherine A. Morley "Miss Kitty" (Panama CIty, FL USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is great book to read in today's turmoil. From beginning to end it is a relaxing book to read and give great tips to achieve your own happiness.