The pursuit of happiness, as originally understood, isn't about chasing emotional highs or personal pleasure. It’s about a deep, lasting joy found in being anchored in Christ, no matter our circumstances. The paradox of the Christian life is that true freedom and flourishing don’t come from self-reliance, but from abiding in Christ. Paul’s contentment in prison reminds us that real happiness is found not in independence from Jesus, but in complete dependence on Him.