Are you pursuing happiness but still feeling restless? This message explores why our pursuit of fulfillment through relationships, career success, money, and achievements often leaves us unsatisfied. Discover the profound wisdom of Augustine, who spent years chasing happiness through worldly pleasures before realizing that our hearts remain restless until they find rest in God. Learn from Jesus' response to His disciples when they celebrated their miraculous accomplishments. Instead of dismissing their success, Jesus redirected their joy from temporary achievements to their permanent identity as children of God. This biblical perspective on joy and happiness reveals why building our satisfaction on external circumstances - whether financial success, romantic relationships, career advancement, or even ministry accomplishments - ultimately fails to provide lasting fulfillment. It addresses common struggles with finding purpose, dealing with restlessness despite success, and understanding the difference between worldly happiness and biblical joy. Find practical ways to anchor your identity in God's love rather than in your performance, relationships, or achievements. Whether you're starting a new year with fresh goals or feeling disappointed by past pursuits of happiness, this message offers a transformative perspective on where true satisfaction comes from. Perfect for anyone seeking deeper fulfillment, struggling with relationship expectations, dealing with career dissatisfaction, or wanting to understand what the Bible teaches about joy and contentment. This biblical approach to happiness will help you reorder your priorities and find the peace that comes from knowing your worth is found in being God's beloved child.