On This Day: August 9th
Fruit of the Spirit | Week 2: Joy

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August 9, 2026

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Week 2: Joy

Galatians 5:22-23; John 15:9-11

Big Idea: Joy is a deep gladness even on hard days.

Everyone faces challenges. Joy is choosing to trust God even in the middle of the difficult moments life throws your way, and finding the deep joy God offers.

  • Who do you know who seems to have real joy even when life is not easy? Where do you think theirs comes from?
  • Is there a hard situation in your life right now where you would not expect to find joy? What would it look like to bring it to Jesus instead of just gritting through it?

📅 Sunday, October 4, 9:00 AM
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Adults – our parent breakfast is Sunday, October 4. We'll share what we've been teaching, where we're headed, and how you can stay connected to your teenager's spiritual life without losing your mind.
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