Good Things

What brings you pleasure in life? I'm not just talking about entertainment or a good way to pass the time either, although there's nothing inherently wrong with either of those. I'm thinking about things that feed who we are and make things feel right. For me it can be:

• Conversations on the front porch with my wife
  
• A good afternoon nap after a hard day of work
• The collaborative efforts of like-minded people accomplishing a physical task
• Surprising my children with simple things that they enjoy
• A good cup of coffee over conversation with a friend
• Praying with someone in need
• Looking over a yard that you have spent the day working on
• Finishing a good book that makes you think deeply
• A really good meal
• Preparing and sharing a sermon
• Confidence in knowing where God is leading your family even if the time frame isn't completely known

It's important to know what brings us joy. Not only does this make us more grateful for these moments, it encourages us to make sure we make time for them in our regular routine.