All Formats & Editions

This is not a theological book. I frankly confess I have not been trained in theological schools, and do not understand their methods nor their terms. But the Lord has taught me experimentally and practically certain lessons out of his Word, which have greatly helped me in my... Read Full Overview

God intends for you to be happy and fulfilled-that's the encouraging message of the nineteenth-century classic The Christian's Secret of a Happy Life. "Settle down on this one thing," writes Hannah Whitall Smith, "that Jesus came to save you now, in this life, from the power... Read Full Overview

Sometimes it just feels like life is beating us up. We worry about our family, our health, our money, our time, and in the process we run ourselves ragged. These stressors are not a recent phenomenon, but have been with humanity since the fall. Even though The Christian's Secret... Read Full Overview

The Christian's Secret of a Happy Life by Hannah Whitall Smith is a beloved Christian classic that explores the principles of faith and surrender for a fulfilling spiritual life. Smith shares insights on trusting in God, finding inner peace, and letting go of worry to embrace... Read Full Overview

First published in 1875, "The Christian's Secret of a Happy Life" by Hannah Whitall Smith has been an enduring classic for years, and while dated, it speaks a fresh and timely word into this new generation.Broken into three parts, this books addresses the deeper Christian life,... Read Full Overview

The Christian's Secret of a Happy Life is a work by Hannah Whitall Smith now brought to you in this new edition of the timeless classic.

Every person experiences doubts. What keeps someone together in these times is a firm foundation in God's faithfulness, rather than allowing their lives to be moved on a roller coaster of emotions. The Christian's Secret of a Happy Life has stood the test of time, and helped... Read Full Overview

Hannah Whitall Smith (1832-1911) did not have an easy life. Of her seven children, only three lived to adulthood. Her husband was unfaithful. And as a woman in ministry, she fought an uphill battle. In spite of, and perhaps because of, her difficult circumstances, she was able... Read Full Overview

Hannah Whitall Smith (1832-1911) was a speaker and writer during the Holiness movement in the United States and the Higher Life movement in the United Kingdom. Smith's books The Christian's Secret to a Happy Life and The God of All Comfort are still widely popular today.

Is your life all you want it to be? Or do you find yourself wishing for more? More peace. More presence. More happiness.

Hannah Whitall Smith--believer, rebel, and realist--faced life as she found it, and she found it good. Despite the trials of life, she took God's... Read Full Overview

Originally published in 1883, Hannah Whitall Smith's book The Christian's Secret to a Happy Life is an extremely popular book of Christian mysticism and practical Holiness theology. She explains that life is made of difficulties and painful situations. But the first burden,... Read Full Overview

Real Joy for Disenchanted Christians

If they are honest with themselves, many Christians would describe their discipleship experience as "disappointing." Despite their genuine devotion and faithful discipline, they find themselves hungering and... Read Full Overview

The potential for a happy abundant Christian life is available to all who would make Jesus the Lord of their lives, yet there are many Christians whose lives lack the joy and fullness of a truly happy life. A keen observer once said to me, "You Christians seem to have a religion... Read Full Overview

Hannah Whitall Smith's devotional classic reveals how a believer can experience a deep and loving relationship with God. Practical, personal, and transformative, this book is an invitation to live life to its fullest-to truly know God and enjoy him, all the while being blessed... Read Full Overview