For several years an earnest and energetic woman has been attempting to make August 8 a national holiday in the United States. She'd like to call it, "National Admit You're Happy Day." She has canvassed the governors of all fifty states, personally requesting their support. At least fifteen governors have responded positively. A good many others have been less happy with the idea -- including George Pataki, the governor of New York, who has said, "The state of New York has no official position on happiness." 

Does God have an official position on happiness? What are we supposed to conclude about God the creator as we look around the world -- this world that is so incredibly burdened with sadness, pain, and loss? What are we supposed to conclude about God the protector as we consider the h…