%0 Journal Article %T CHRISTIAN RELIGION AND WELL-BEING %A Esmari Faull %J Scriptura %D 2013 %I Stellenbosch University %R 10.7833/111-1-32 %X Some researchers have defined well-being as being content, happy, healthy and prosperous. It consists of experiencing enjoyment, completeness, and meaning, rather than merely avoiding pain and conflict. To experience personal well-being it is necessary that all aspects of being function in a healthy manner. Research on the relationship between the Christian religion and well-being has concluded that nurturing, non-punitive religion is associated with mental and physical health, and that active participation in church activities that enhances the member¡¯s social support system can be beneficial. doi: 10.7833/111-1-32 %K Well-being %K ¦Å ¦Ä¦Á¦É¦Ì¦Ï¦Í ¦Á %K Christian Religion %K Happiness %K Health %U http://scriptura.journals.ac.za/pub/article/view/32