About the Book
The subject of happiness is universally relevant but intensely personal in its application. In six doctrinal essays and two personal narratives, The Humble Seeker of Happiness: Lessons in Joy from the Book of Mormon explores how individuals can find divine joy within the context of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. However, increased happiness is not its most important lesson.
At its core, this book is about understanding the personal nature of Christ’s atoning sacrifice, discovering your unique role in God’s Plan of Happiness, and being motivated to accept the grace of Christ as you work towards the ultimate gift God has in store for you: to join with Him in experiencing eternal joy.
Table of Contents
PREFACE A Personal Connection and Invitation THE HUMBLE SEEKER OF HAPPINESS Ammon’s Story Ammon’s Reflection Truly Penitent Humble Seeker of Happiness Have We Not Reason to Rejoice? LIVING AFTER THE MANNER OF HAPPINESS Happiness and Mortality THIS VALE OF SORROW Death and Wickedness Complex Feelings Antidotes for Sorrow Righteousness and Sorrow Evolution of Sorrow Negative Examples Positive Examples A Call to the Work is a Call to Mourn A Man of Sorrows BY ME YE ARE LED Lehites Jaredites Promise Lands Roadmap to Your Personal Promised Land Focus on Positivity Minister to Others Seek and Receive Personal Revelation Use Agency Righteously Wait on the Lord THE PLAN OF HAPPINESS The Happiness Prepared for the Saints How Great is the Plan! Restoration and Redemption Plan of Restoration Plan of Redemption FRUIT TO MAKE ONE HAPPY Sister Trees Fruit and Harvesting Water POSTFACE Another Invitation My Transformative Experience Divine Happiness Scripture Study Coming unto Christ APPENDIX A | CITATION INDEX APPENDIX B | BOOK OF MORMON VERSE COUNT TIMELINE