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Happiness » Of the wicked » Is derived from » Gluttony
Instead there was joy and festivity, killing oxen and slaughtering sheep, eating meat and drinking wine. Let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we die.
He offers sacrifices and burns incense to his fishing net. For it is through this their catch is great and the food is plentiful.
Happiness » Of the wicked » Is derived from » Vain pleasure
At their feasts there are lyres and harps, tambourines and flutes, and wine. Yet, they do not pay attention to what Jehovah is doing or respect what his hands have done.
They sing to the tambourine and the lyre, and rejoice to the sound of the pipe.
Happiness » Of the wicked » Is derived from » Their wealth
They spend their days in prosperity, and in peace they go down to the grave.
Here is the man who did not make God his strength (refuge) (stronghold). He trusted in the abundance of his riches. He strengthened himself in his wickedness.
Happiness » Of the wicked » Is derived from » Their power
Why do the wicked live on, reach old age, and become mighty in power?
I have seen a wicked, violent man spreading himself like a luxuriant tree in its native soil.
Happiness » Of the wicked » Is derived from » Their worldly prosperity
Surrender to Jehovah and wait patiently for him. Do not be preoccupied with an evildoer who succeeds in his way when he carries out his schemes.
With your power (by your hand) rescue me from mortals, O Jehovah, from mortals who look forward only to this life. You fill their bellies with your treasure. Their children are satisfied with it, and they leave what remains to their children.
Trust Jehovah and do good things. Live in the land, and practice being faithful. Be happy with Jehovah and he will provide you with the desires of your heart.
Happiness » Of the wicked » Is derived from » Drunkenness
Come, each one cries, let me get wine! Let us drink our fill of beer! And tomorrow will be like today, or even far better.
How horrible it will be for those who get up early in the morning to look for a drink and who sit up late at night until they are drunk from wine.
Happiness » Of the wicked » Is derived from » Successful oppression
He brings them all up with the hook. He gathers them away in his net. He gladly gathers them and rejoices.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Suffering for Christ
As much as you are partakers of Christ's sufferings, rejoice; that at the revelation of his glory you also may rejoice with exceeding joy. If you are reproached for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the Spirit of glory and of God rests upon you.
Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then I am strong.
Even if you suffer for righteousness' sake, you are blessed. Do not fear! Do not be troubled (distressed) (intimidated)!
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Trust in God
Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. The peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
He who handles a matter wisely will find good. Trust in Jehovah and be happy.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Salvation
You are blessed O Israel. Who is like you, a people saved by Jehovah? He is the shield of your help and the sword of your majesty! So your enemies will cringe before you and you will tread upon their high places.
Truly God is my salvation! I will trust and not be afraid. Jehovah... Jehovah is my strength and my song! He has become my salvation. With joy (gladness) you will draw water from the wells of salvation.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Obedience to God
I am pleased to do your will, O my God; Your Law is within my heart.
If you know these things, you are blessed if you do them.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Divine chastening
Blessed is the person whom God corrects. Do not despise discipline from the Almighty.
As you know, those who have endured are called blessed. You have heard of the patience (perseverance) (endurance) of Job, and have seen the outcome Jehovah provided, how he was very tender with his affection and mercy. (Psalm 103:8)
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Having mercy on the poor
He who despises his neighbor sins. He who has mercy on the poor is happy.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Finding wisdom
How blessed is the man who finds wisdom. Happy is the man who gains understanding.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Fear of God
Blessed are all who reverence Jehovah and live his way. You will certainly eat what your own hands have provided. Blessings to you! May things go well for you!
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » God being their lord
How blessed are the people who are so situated. How blessed are the people whose God is Jehovah!
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » God being their help
How blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in Jehovah his God!
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Their mutual love
([Psalm of David]) Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity!
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Hope in the lord
How blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in Jehovah his God!
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Praising God
Praise Jehovah for Jehovah is good! Sing praises to his name for it is delightful (pleasant).
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » The words of Christ
Now I come to you. I spoke these things in the world, that they may have my joy made full in themselves.
Happiness of saints in this life » Is derived from » Hope of glory
We have access to grace (God's favor) by faith through him. This is where we stand. We rejoice in the hope of the glory of God.
Happiness of the The Wicked » Is derived from » Their worldly prosperity
With your power (by your hand) rescue me from mortals, O Jehovah, from mortals who look forward only to this life. You fill their bellies with your treasure. Their children are satisfied with it, and they leave what remains to their children.
I was envious of arrogant people when I saw the peace and prosperity that wicked people enjoy. They suffer no pain. Their bodies are healthy.
Their eyes stand out with fatness, and their heart's imagination run wild.
Happiness of the The Wicked » Is derived from » Gluttony
Instead there was joy and festivity, killing oxen and slaughtering sheep, eating meat and drinking wine. Let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we die.
He offers sacrifices and burns incense to his fishing net. For it is through this their catch is great and the food is plentiful.
Happiness of the The Wicked » Is derived from » Drunkenness
Come, each one cries, let me get wine! Let us drink our fill of beer! And tomorrow will be like today, or even far better.
How horrible it will be for those who get up early in the morning to look for a drink and who sit up late at night until they are drunk from wine.
Happiness of the The Wicked » Is derived from » Successful oppression
He brings them all up with the hook. He gathers them away in his net. He gladly gathers them and rejoices.
You have condemned, and you have killed the righteous one. He does not resist you.
Happiness of the The Wicked » Is derived from » Vain pleasure
At their feasts there are lyres and harps, tambourines and flutes, and wine. Yet, they do not pay attention to what Jehovah is doing or respect what his hands have done.
They sing to the tambourine and the lyre, and rejoice to the sound of the pipe.
Happiness of the The Wicked » Is derived from » Their wealth
They spend their days in prosperity, and in peace they go down to the grave.
Here is the man who did not make God his strength (refuge) (stronghold). He trusted in the abundance of his riches. He strengthened himself in his wickedness.
Happiness of the The Wicked » Is derived from » Their power
Why do the wicked live on, reach old age, and become mighty in power?
I have seen a wicked, violent man spreading himself like a luxuriant tree in its native soil.