This morning I was reading in the book of Ecclesiastes during my devotional time. The book is about Solomon's quest for meaning in life. In that quest, Solomon tried all kinds of things in a pursuit of happiness. But Solomon didn't discover happines. Instead he repeatedly said "Vanity of vanity. All is vanity."

So, if laughter and accumulating stuff and traveling doesn't bring one happiness what does? In the final two verses of Ecclesiastes Solomon says, "The conclusion, when all has been heard, is; fear God and keep His commandments, because this applies to every person. For God will bring every act to judgment, everything which is hidden, whether it is good or evil" (12:13-14).

"Fear God and keep His commandments." That's the secret to happiness in life.

Today, remember to put the Lord first in your life. That will bring us happiness.