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The evidence that we have a purpose on earth is found in Scripture: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose,” Romans 8:28. “In him we were also chosen, having been predestined according to the plan of him who works out everything in conformity with the purpose of his will,” Ephesians 1:11. Have you ever thought about why you are on this earth? What is your purpose? What are you to accomplish in the few short years you are here? Did God put us here for a purpose, a purpose to be fulfilled?…

The concept for happiness differs. To the surprise of many who live in Finland, the Gallop Poll designated Finland as the happiest country in the world two years straight. The Gallup Poll looks at six key factors to determine happiness: GDP per capita, social support, life expectancy, freedom to make life choices, generosity, and corruption levels. Well, those things would certainly make life easier, but do they necessarily guarantee true individual happiness? It is doubtful that genuine happiness is determined by a Gallop Poll. Some depend on circumstances or happenstance for their happiness. If your happiness and wellbeing is contingent on circumstances, special events, such as vacations, Christmas, birthdays, etc,…

The World Health Organization recently stated: “At least 80 percent of all heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes, and up to 40 percent of cancer could be prevented if people ate better, engaged in more physical activity, and quit smoking. According to Facts & Statistics, HHS.gov, “Americans eat less than the recommended amounts of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, dairy products, and oils. About 90 percent of Americans eat more sodium than recommended (around 3400mg daily) for a healthy diet. Reducing the sodium alone by 1,200mg per day could save up to $20 billion a year in medical cost.” To eat healthy means reducing the intake of foods proven to…