ARTICLE 49: GOD DESIRES OUR HAPPINESS

ORIGINAL BLESSING

• It was lost by our sins and restored by Christ.
• Our blessed state of unity and peace was last by human sinfulness in an event called the Fall.
• We are in need of redemption because of the Fall.
• Since we need redemption, God sent Jesus to save us.

TRUE JOY

• Joy is one of the fruits of the Holy Spirit.
• Despite ups and downs of everyday life God offers us deep joy.

BEATITUDES

• Collection of Jesus teachings.
• Show us that happiness doesn't come in money or possessions.
• Happiness comes by sharing mercy, hungering for righteousness, and making peace.

CATHOLIC WISDOM

• Pope John Paul II spoke that everyone is made for happiness.
• "Christ will fulfill your thirst for happiness."