The Little Joys That Showed Up This Week

When we move through a week, it can be hard to see—and even harder to remember—the moments that brought joy to our days.

In Northern Indiana, where I’ve lived my entire life, that can feel especially true during the winter months. The cold. The lake-effect snow that happens nowhere near a lake. Days that go from jacket-less to parka-required. Precipitation that shifts from rain to sleet to snow squall in minutes. And my late grandpa’s favorite phenomenon: permacloud.

I realize I just complained for multiple sentences.

And that’s exactly why I think it’s so important to pause and intentionally identify the moments that brought light and joy to the experience.

So, I’ll go first.

This week, I found joy in my student small group on Sunday, diving into Colossians 1 and allowing the Spirit to guide the conversation. It wasn’t about me teaching or directing—it was about watching the Spirit enlighten students in ways I couldn’t manufacture.

I also found joy in collaboration with teammates—planning weekly programming, preparing for camps, and talking through the things God seems to be forming for this summer. Challenges feel clearer and lighter when they’re shared with others who are invested in the work.

Those were a few of mine.
What brought you joy this week?