Everyday Joy

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Hosted by Ash Couchman, this 10 min podcast unpacks a different bible verse everyday in an honest, accessible and joyful way!     89.9 | TheLight | PositiveMedia | LightFM | Melbourne |

  1. 1 day ago

    We're Called to Love—Even When We Don't Agree | John 13:34 with Kate Westwood

    "I'm giving you a new commandment: Love each other in the same way that I have loved you." — John 13:34 What if we're sometimes so focused on being right that we forget what Jesus actually told us to do? In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by singer-songwriter and worship leader Kate for an honest conversation about one of Jesus' most challenging commands: love one another as I have loved you. Together, they unpack why Christians can sometimes get so caught up in disagreements, denominations, theology and the things that divide us that we lose sight of the thing Jesus placed right in front of us—loving people. But this conversation goes even deeper. Kate and Ash explore what it actually means to love others when we're running low on patience, grace and kindness. Because the reality is, we can't keep pouring out something we're not receiving ourselves. Jesus doesn't simply tell us to love more—He invites us to first understand how deeply we are loved by Him. When we become more aware of God's love for us, we have a deeper well to draw from when loving the people around us gets difficult. This episode is a reminder that following Jesus isn't about being perfect, having all the answers, or winning every theological argument. It's about becoming people who reflect the love we've received. If you've ever found yourself frustrated by disagreements within the church, struggling to love someone you don't agree with, or simply running out of patience with the people around you, this conversation will encourage you to come back to the starting point: receive God's love, and let it overflow into the way you love others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  2. 1 day ago

    What If Discomfort Is Actually Good for You? | James 1:2 with Kate Westwood

    "Consider it pure joy whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance." — James 1:2–3 What if the season you're desperately trying to escape is actually producing something in you that comfort never could? In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Kate for an honest conversation about suffering, discomfort, and finding joy when life isn't going the way we hoped. Together, they unpack one of the Bible's most challenging instructions: "Consider it pure joy whenever you face trials." Because let's be honest—none of us are naturally excited about hard seasons. We live in a world built around convenience, quick fixes and avoiding discomfort whenever possible. So what does James actually mean when he tells us to consider our trials joy? Ash and Kate explore how difficult seasons can test our faith, develop perseverance and reveal where we're turning when life gets hard. They talk about the difference between finding joy in suffering and pretending that suffering doesn't hurt, and why Christian joy isn't something we simply manufacture when circumstances are terrible. They also reflect on what it looks like to keep trusting God when nothing changes, prayers seem unanswered, and you're still facing the same circumstances you were months or even years ago. This episode is a reminder that God can produce deep faith in seasons we'd never choose for ourselves. Sometimes the joy isn't found in the circumstance changing—it's found in discovering that God is faithful even when it doesn't. If you're walking through a difficult season, waiting for something to change, or struggling to understand where God is in your suffering, this conversation will encourage you to keep turning to Him, keep trusting Him, and remember that your hard season isn't necessarily a wasted one. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. 3 days ago

    Stop Assuming the Worst About People |Ephesians 4:2 with Kate Westwood

    "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." — Ephesians 4:2 What if some of the biggest problems in our relationships aren't caused by what people actually did—but by what we expected them to do? In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Kate for an honest conversation about unmet expectations, giving people grace, and learning to make allowance for each other's differences. Together, they unpack Paul's challenge in Ephesians 4:2 to be humble, gentle, patient, and willing to make space for other people's faults. They explore why we can be so quick to judge others by their actions while giving ourselves grace because we know our own intentions. Kate shares what years of living with housemates have taught her about extending grace, assuming the best of people, and "filling the gap with trust" when we don't know someone's intentions. They also explore how this applies to marriage, friendships, family, church, and the workplace. One of the biggest reminders from this conversation is that relationships don't have to be based on agreement—they can be based on understanding. Sometimes making allowance means accepting that someone sees the world differently, communicates differently, or responds differently than we would. If you've ever been frustrated because someone didn't meet your expectations, taken something personally, or found yourself assuming the worst about someone's intentions, this conversation will encourage you to slow down, ask questions, give grace, and create space for people's humanity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  4. 6 days ago

    Faith That Gets You Through the Storm | 1 Corinthians 16:13 with Jacquie Scott

    “Be on your guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong.” — 1 Corinthians 16:13 What does it look like to have a faith that can stand when life gets difficult? In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash and Jacquie unpack 1 Corinthians 16:13 and explore what it means to actively build a faith that is strong, courageous, and grounded in God. Together, they discuss why following Jesus isn’t about simply hoping life works out—it’s about intentionally guarding your heart, staying close to God, and choosing to stand firm even when circumstances feel overwhelming. Ash shares vulnerably about walking through a challenging season and the reminder that carried her through: “My God is good, and He’s good all the time.” They unpack how courage isn’t the absence of fear, but the decision to keep trusting God even when fear is present. They also explore how faith is strengthened through hardship, why we can’t just let life happen to us, and how daily practices like reading God’s Word, prayer, and pursuing a deeper relationship with Jesus prepare us for whatever comes our way. If you’re feeling tired, overwhelmed, uncertain about the future, or wondering how to keep your faith strong through difficult seasons, this episode is a reminder that God is your foundation—and He will give you the courage and strength to keep standing. Because a faith built on Jesus isn’t shaken by the storm. It stands firm through it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  5. 12 Aug

    Letting Jesus Heal the Hurt | Matthew 5:44 with Jacquie Scott

    “Love your enemies and let them bring out the best in you, not the worst.” — Matthew 5:44 (MSG) What happens when the person who hurt you is someone you’re still called to love? Forgiveness can be one of the hardest things we’re asked to do—especially when the hurt is deep, the relationship has changed, or the pain still feels real. But what if holding onto that hurt is hurting us more than it’s hurting the person who caused it? In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Jacquie for an honest conversation about Matthew 5:44 and what it means to love our enemies, forgive those who have hurt us, and allow Jesus to transform the way we respond. Together, Ash and Jacquie unpack the difference between forgiveness and pretending something didn’t happen. They discuss why forgiveness doesn’t mean ignoring pain, excusing someone’s actions, or automatically restoring a relationship—but instead choosing freedom over bitterness and allowing God to heal what has been broken. Jacquie shares vulnerably about her own journey of forgiveness after divorce, and how choosing to see someone as a human loved by God changed the way she processed hurt, anger, and disappointment. If you’re carrying resentment, struggling to forgive, or trying to navigate a painful relationship, this episode will remind you that forgiveness isn’t about letting someone off the hook—it’s about refusing to let their actions steal your peace. Because when we choose forgiveness, we’re not just releasing someone else… we’re allowing Jesus to bring out the best in us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  6. 11 Aug

    Before You React, Listen to This | Romans 12:17 with Jacquie Scott

    “If someone has done you wrong, do not repay them with a wrong. Try to do what everyone considers to be good.” — Romans 12:17 What do you do when someone hurts you? Our first instinct is often to defend ourselves, get even, or make sure the other person understands just how much damage they caused. But what if Jesus invites us into a completely different response? In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Jacquie for a conversation about Romans 12:17 and what it means to choose peace, kindness, and grace when we’ve been wronged. Together, they unpack why “not repaying evil with evil” doesn’t mean ignoring hurt, avoiding difficult conversations, or pretending everything is fine. Instead, they explore how honest communication, vulnerability, and confronting issues with love can actually lead to healthier relationships and deeper healing. Ash and Jackie discuss the difference between seeking revenge and seeking restoration, why we often avoid hard conversations, and how one brave conversation can completely change the direction of a relationship. They also unpack a powerful example of two Christian artists choosing humility over conflict, showing what can happen when we move away from public reactions and towards honest conversations. If you’ve ever felt hurt, misunderstood, offended, or tempted to make someone “pay” for what they did, this episode will encourage you to respond differently—not because the hurt doesn’t matter, but because Jesus offers a better way. Because sometimes the most powerful thing you can do after being hurt… is choose peace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  7. 10 Aug

    Why Does God Allow Suffering? | Finding Faith When Life Hurts | Galatians 6:9 with Jacquie Scott

    “So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.” — Galatians 6:9 What happens when you’re doing your best to follow God… but life still feels incredibly hard? In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Jacquie for an honest and vulnerable conversation about what it looks like to keep trusting God when prayers aren’t answered the way we hoped, circumstances don’t change, and faith starts to feel exhausting. Together, Ash and Jacquie unpack Galatians 6:9 and the reminder not to give up doing good—even when we wonder if it’s making a difference. They explore the difference between believing God will always make life easy, and discovering a deeper faith that knows God is still good even in the middle of suffering. Ash shares openly about walking through a challenging season of anxiety, doubt, and learning what it means to build a theology of suffering—a faith that isn’t dependent on everything going right, but is anchored in the unchanging character of God. This conversation explores why some of the deepest growth in our faith often happens in the hardest seasons, how prayer changes us even when our circumstances don’t immediately change, and what it means to stand on the rock of Jesus when everything around us feels uncertain. If you’re walking through a difficult season, feeling tired, questioning God, or wondering how to keep going when nothing seems to be changing, this episode is a reminder that your faith is being strengthened—even in the storm. Because sometimes the greatest evidence of God’s goodness isn’t that He removes the storm… it’s that He teaches us how to stand through it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  8. 9 Aug

    The One Habit That's Making Your Relationships Harder | Luke 6:36 with Jacquie Scott

    "Be merciful, just as your Father is merciful." — Luke 6:36 What if one of the biggest obstacles to healthy relationships isn't what people do—but the stories we tell ourselves about why they did it? In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Jacquie for a practical conversation about what mercy really looks like in everyday life. Together, they unpack Jesus' command to be merciful, exploring how choosing compassion over condemnation can transform our relationships at home, at work, and everywhere in between. Ash and Jacquie discuss why we so often assume the worst when someone sends a blunt text, forgets to reply, or says something that hurts us. They introduce a powerful mindset shift—considering a person's intent rather than just the impact—and reflect on how extending mercy can prevent bitterness before it even begins. Rather than waiting until we're hurt enough to need forgiveness, this episode invites us to adopt a posture of mercy from the very beginning. It's a reminder that the same grace God has shown us is the grace we're called to extend to others. If you've been navigating difficult relationships, feeling misunderstood, or finding yourself quick to take offence, this conversation will encourage you to slow down, assume the best, and let mercy shape the way you love people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hosted by Ash Couchman, this 10 min podcast unpacks a different bible verse everyday in an honest, accessible and joyful way!     89.9 | TheLight | PositiveMedia | LightFM | Melbourne |

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  • Creator
    PositiveMedia
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
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