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Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy..." — Hebrews 12:14
What if making peace isn't about avoiding conflict—but having the courage to lovingly address it?
In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Shaylee for an honest conversation about one of the most challenging parts of following Jesus: pursuing peace in difficult relationships.
Together, they explore why unresolved tension can quietly weigh on our hearts, the difference between pretending everything is fine and experiencing genuine peace, and how healthy, loving conversations can bring freedom and healing. They also reflect on the responsibility Christians carry to represent Jesus well through their words, actions, and relationships.
This episode is a reminder that holiness isn't just about what we believe—it's about how we live. Every conversation, every apology, every act of forgiveness is an opportunity to reflect the love and character of Christ.
If you've been avoiding a difficult conversation, carrying unresolved hurt, or wondering how to love others well when relationships are messy, this conversation will encourage you to pursue peace with wisdom, courage, and grace.
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What do you do when you're hurting so much that you don't even know how to pray?
In this Best Moments episode, Ash and Jen unpack the powerful promise of Psalm 34:18: "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit."
Together, they explore the reality of grief, disappointment, anger, and heartbreak—and why God never asks us to hide those emotions from Him. Instead of pretending we're okay, this conversation encourages us to bring our pain honestly before God, trusting that He is closest to us in the moments we feel weakest.
From parenting and emotional health to surrender and spiritual growth, Ash and Ben discuss why acknowledging our emotions is often the first step toward healing, and how God meets us with compassion in the middle of our mess.
God isn't waiting for you to have it all together. He's inviting you to bring your brokenness, your questions, and your pain to Him—and discover that He's already there.
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“Since then you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above…”
In this episode of Hart to Hart, we dive into Colossians 3:1–2 and unpack what it really means to live with an eternal mindset in a world full of distraction. From busy schedules and constant commitments to the pull of social media, entertainment, and everyday pressures, we explore how easily our focus drifts from what truly matters.
This conversation gets honest about how distraction can quietly shape our faith—sometimes even more than obvious sin—and how it can leave us spiritually drained, dissatisfied, or disconnected from God’s voice.
We talk about what it looks like to re-centre our lives, renew our thinking, and intentionally set our eyes on heaven in practical, everyday ways. Not through perfection, but through awareness, surrender, and consistent heart checks.
If you’ve been feeling busy, scattered, or spiritually distracted, this episode is a timely reminder: you were made for more than survival and schedules—you were made to live with purpose, focus, and eternity in mind.
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What if the key to a full life isn't found in focusing on yourself—but in serving others?
In this Best Moments episode, Ash and Ro explore Titus 3:14 and unpack the biblical call to live a life of service. Together, they discuss why serving isn't just about volunteering at church—it's about carrying the heart of Jesus into our everyday relationships, workplaces, families, and communities.
Drawing on Jesus washing His disciples' feet, they reflect on what true humility looks like and how even small acts of kindness can have a powerful impact. Whether it's a phone call, a meal for a friend, or simply noticing someone's need, serving others often changes our hearts just as much as it helps the people around us.
The most fulfilling life isn't found in constantly asking, "What do I need?" but in asking, "How can I show the love of Jesus to someone today?"
If you've been feeling stretched, stuck, or searching for greater purpose, this conversation is a timely reminder that a life poured out for others is never an empty one. ❤️
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Can you love God, go to church, sing the songs... and still be living in disobedience?
In this Best Moments episode, Ash and Toby unpack a challenging passage from Amos 5:24 and explore the difference between simply going through the motions and genuinely living a life that reflects God's heart.
Drawing from the prophet Amos' message to Israel, they discuss how easy it is to maintain the appearance of faith while neglecting the deeper call to justice, righteousness, and obedience. Together, they wrestle with what it means to have a relationship with God that goes beyond ritual and becomes an everyday pursuit of His ways.
If you've ever felt stuck in routine, disconnected from your faith, or challenged by the gap between what you believe and how you live, this conversation is a powerful reminder that God isn't looking for perfection—He's looking for hearts that are willing to follow Him.
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