“Joy comes as we follow Him, not just as we consider Him.”

Simplified Meaning:

Being happy and truly content happens when we actively live according to the teachings and example set by a higher power, such as God, rather than just thinking about or appreciating these teachings from a distance. Imagine someone who loves football and spends a lot of time learning about the game, watching matches, and admiring the skills of famous players. While they might enjoy this, they only experience the real excitement and joy when they actually start playing the game themselves, joining a team, and feeling the thrill of scoring a goal or making a good play. This idea can be applied to life in a broader sense: simply admiring good principles, morals, or values is helpful, but the true fulfillment comes when we put them into action. If someone values kindness, for example, they will find more happiness in actively being kind to others rather than just thinking about how wonderful kindness is. By doing good deeds, helping others, and living in a way that aligns with these values, they experience a deep sense of joy and satisfaction that mere contemplation can't provide.