How To Have Good Days?
There are plenty of books on the market which reveal the “secrets” to having a good life. Many of the ideas presented in such books are beneficial, and will improve one’s quality of life. It is interesting that when one finds a “secret” that works, it is almost certain that the helpful hint discovered has been in the Bible all along.
The apostle Peter wrote a statement that is specifically designed to help one have good days: “For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile: Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it” (1 Peter 3:10-11). Following this inspired exhortation will certainly improve one’s life and lead to “good days.”
Here are the ideas which lead to good days: (1) In order to have good days, one must “refrain his tongue from evil.” In order to avoid using one’s tongue for evil, one must not slander others, gossip, or spread falsehood. Using the tongue for these purposes will surely cause one problems. The one who uses his tongue to tear down others is often responsible for breaking up friendships, causing hurt feelings, and stirring up trouble and strife. Surely, one who is responsible for such things will not have good days. Using the tongue for evil should cause one to feel guilt, regret, and shame. However, the one who uses his tongue to build up others will have a clean conscience, feel good about his conduct and have good days. (2) In order to have good days, one must “eschew evil and do good.” Doing things which are evil never makes life better. Satan is a liar (John 8:44), and he presents temptation in a very deceptive way, causing people to believe that sin holds the key to a more satisfying life. However, partaking of “forbidden fruit” is the way to heartache and brokenness. On the other hand, doing good leads to an enhanced self-esteem, makes the world a better place, and has the approval of God. (3) In order to have good days, “seek peace and ensue it.” Those who make peace do not delight in causing strife and division. The peace-maker creates a better life for himself. He will have fewer enemies and more friends. Who likes to hang around with one who delights in causing trouble and strife? Jesus said that peace makers “shall be called the children of God” (Matthew 5:9).
These simple principles applied to life will certainly lead to good days. The greatest Book ever written to improve one’s life is the Bible. Believe and obey it to have good days!
