Three Angels Broadcasting Network Devotional.
NA Recipe for Happiness.
By Deborah Shaffer
July 8th, 2026
“Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous; not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, knowing that you were called to this, that you may inherit a blessing.” 1 Peter 3:8–9
Who doesn’t want to be happy? With all the busyness of life, confusion in the world, and basic daily conflicts, peace and happiness so often elude us. So what exactly is the recipe for happiness?
The answer to this often-asked question is found in the Holy Scriptures—the Bible. The apostle Peter gave us the cure for our sickness of heart and soul in 1 Peter 3:10–12, and as I meditated on this, I felt led to share these words.
“He who would love life and see good days,” (listen up, he is about to let us know how to enjoy life) “let him refrain his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit.” O be careful little tongue what you say! How often do we allow a hateful word, unchecked fact (which is really gossip), or unkind remark to slip right through our lips? We may be attempting to exalt or justify ourselves, but in truth, we are making our lives more miserable. The first step to a good life is to watch our tongues.
Next, he adds, “Let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it.” Departing from evil by itself isn’t enough. In the life of the redeemed, evil must be replaced by doing what is right.
Why must we be so careful? “For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are open to their prayers.” A Christian who enjoys life is one who knows God is watching—and that doesn’t frighten him! His tongue is under control, and his heart is seeking to do good; thus, he can pray and know his prayers are heard. That is the recipe for a happy life.
However, Peter is writing to the Christian—one who has decided to follow Christ. He has repented of his sins and turned to Jesus. Peter has given all Christians the key to happiness in life, but he gives a stern warning to those who refuse to follow these instructions, whether believers or non-believer: “But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.” Are we calling ourselves Christians and living in sin? Do we have an uncontrollable tongue? If so, we cannot expect to live a happy life. In fact, we can expect the exact opposite.
For a Christian, happiness comes in three easy steps:
Watch your tongue.
Depart from evil.
Do good.
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.
NA Recipe for Happiness.
By Deborah Shaffer
July 8th, 2026
“Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous; not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, knowing that you were called to this, that you may inherit a blessing.” 1 Peter 3:8–9
Who doesn’t want to be happy? With all the busyness of life, confusion in the world, and basic daily conflicts, peace and happiness so often elude us. So what exactly is the recipe for happiness?
The answer to this often-asked question is found in the Holy Scriptures—the Bible. The apostle Peter gave us the cure for our sickness of heart and soul in 1 Peter 3:10–12, and as I meditated on this, I felt led to share these words.
“He who would love life and see good days,” (listen up, he is about to let us know how to enjoy life) “let him refrain his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit.” O be careful little tongue what you say! How often do we allow a hateful word, unchecked fact (which is really gossip), or unkind remark to slip right through our lips? We may be attempting to exalt or justify ourselves, but in truth, we are making our lives more miserable. The first step to a good life is to watch our tongues.
Next, he adds, “Let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it.” Departing from evil by itself isn’t enough. In the life of the redeemed, evil must be replaced by doing what is right.
Why must we be so careful? “For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are open to their prayers.” A Christian who enjoys life is one who knows God is watching—and that doesn’t frighten him! His tongue is under control, and his heart is seeking to do good; thus, he can pray and know his prayers are heard. That is the recipe for a happy life.
However, Peter is writing to the Christian—one who has decided to follow Christ. He has repented of his sins and turned to Jesus. Peter has given all Christians the key to happiness in life, but he gives a stern warning to those who refuse to follow these instructions, whether believers or non-believer: “But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.” Are we calling ourselves Christians and living in sin? Do we have an uncontrollable tongue? If so, we cannot expect to live a happy life. In fact, we can expect the exact opposite.
For a Christian, happiness comes in three easy steps:
Watch your tongue.
Depart from evil.
Do good.
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.
Three Angels Broadcasting Network Devotional.
NA Recipe for Happiness.
By Deborah Shaffer
July 8th, 2026
“Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous; not returning evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary blessing, knowing that you were called to this, that you may inherit a blessing.” 1 Peter 3:8–9
Who doesn’t want to be happy? With all the busyness of life, confusion in the world, and basic daily conflicts, peace and happiness so often elude us. So what exactly is the recipe for happiness?
The answer to this often-asked question is found in the Holy Scriptures—the Bible. The apostle Peter gave us the cure for our sickness of heart and soul in 1 Peter 3:10–12, and as I meditated on this, I felt led to share these words.
“He who would love life and see good days,” (listen up, he is about to let us know how to enjoy life) “let him refrain his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit.” O be careful little tongue what you say! How often do we allow a hateful word, unchecked fact (which is really gossip), or unkind remark to slip right through our lips? We may be attempting to exalt or justify ourselves, but in truth, we are making our lives more miserable. The first step to a good life is to watch our tongues.
Next, he adds, “Let him turn away from evil and do good; let him seek peace and pursue it.” Departing from evil by itself isn’t enough. In the life of the redeemed, evil must be replaced by doing what is right.
Why must we be so careful? “For the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and His ears are open to their prayers.” A Christian who enjoys life is one who knows God is watching—and that doesn’t frighten him! His tongue is under control, and his heart is seeking to do good; thus, he can pray and know his prayers are heard. That is the recipe for a happy life.
However, Peter is writing to the Christian—one who has decided to follow Christ. He has repented of his sins and turned to Jesus. Peter has given all Christians the key to happiness in life, but he gives a stern warning to those who refuse to follow these instructions, whether believers or non-believer: “But the face of the Lord is against those who do evil.” Are we calling ourselves Christians and living in sin? Do we have an uncontrollable tongue? If so, we cannot expect to live a happy life. In fact, we can expect the exact opposite.
For a Christian, happiness comes in three easy steps:
Watch your tongue.
Depart from evil.
Do good.
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.
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