I’ll admit I approached The
Gospel of Happiness with some trepidation. One of the subsets of current Christian
preaching is the so-called “Prosperity Gospel.” You’ll find it popping up in
the local bookstore, as well as on the radio and TV. However, I’m happy to report that
this book has nothing whatsoever to do with the comical idea that God is always lurking
in the background eagerly awaiting an opportunity to shower his followers with riches.
Instead, author Christopher Kaczor focuses on the built-in wisdom of
Christian theology and the ways in which authentic Christian practices bring
about true and lasting satisfaction. In other words, true Happiness. This timely
book reminds us that happiness is found, not in getting or grasping, but in
giving of one’s self.
I shared several relevant passages from The Gospel of Happiness with my wife. They impressed her enough
that she recommended it as a selection for the Parish’s reading club…a most
appropriate use for this fine book.
Highly recommended!
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