On Being and Staying Happy

Why the long view is still the best view

C.S. Lewis famously said that when we read history, we find that those who did the most for the present world are also those who thought the most of the next.

In other words, the more heavenly minded we are—the more our heads and hearts are fixed on Jesus, his kingdom, and his purposes—the more earthly good we will be.

And the more happy and healthy and w…