Session 2: Happy Is A Yuppie Word (Questions)
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The document explores the concept of happiness in contemporary society, contrasting it with earlier generations' beliefs and questioning the motivations behind the pursuit of happiness. It discusses philosophical perspectives, cultural influences, and biblical interpretations relating to happiness and joy. The document encourages personal reflection on the nature of happiness and its implications within a Christian context.
Session 2: Happy Is A Yuppie Word (Questions)
- 1. Session 2: Nothing But a Yuppie Word 1. What makes you happy? 2. “We donʼt want happiness in the next world. We want it next Monday.” How does this quote from the French Revolution capture the spirit of our contemporary culture? 3. Contrasting with earlier generations, our entire contemporary society seems to orient itself towards the pursuit of happiness.” Agree or disagree? Why the change? 4. Philosopher William James believed that happiness is the secret motive inside the heart of every person. Is it a motivator of you personally? Why or why not? 5. What are some of the ways in which people have believed happiness is attained? 6. According to the book, what are the two basic rules that most people follow to pursue happiness? As you look on your life, do you see yourself following these rules, consciously or unconsciously? 7. How do people seek the “good life”? 8. Culture tells us to “find something that makes you happy and do it.” Is this biblical? 9. Job 20:5 says that “the joy (or happiness) of the godless is momentary”. Yet, for righteous or unrighteous people, does happiness last? 10. Describe an instance in your life in which you experienced happiness, only to see it diminish as time passed. Was this avoidable? 11. We all want it, but see its pitfalls and trappings. Whatʼs a biblical, Christ-like approach towards happiness? 12. Read John 15:1-11. How does the joy that Christ talks about here contrast with the happiness weʼve been discussing? 13. In the end, how big of a deal is joy to the Christian life? Is it really much different than happiness?