"For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil..." — 1 Timothy 6:10

Is money controlling you—or are you controlling it?

In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Jen for an honest conversation about one of the Bible's most misunderstood verses. Together, they unpack what Scripture actually says about money, wealth, and contentment, revealing that money itself isn't the problem—it's when money becomes the thing we trust, pursue, and build our identity around.

Ash and Jen reflect on the messages they learned about money growing up, how financial pressure can quietly shape our priorities, and why so many of us find ourselves constantly chasing "just a little bit more." They also explore the powerful truth that contentment isn't something we stumble into—it's a spiritual discipline we learn.

This episode is a reminder that God isn't against wealth, but He does want to protect our hearts from allowing money to become our master. Real freedom isn't found in having more—it's found in trusting God with what we already have.

If you've ever felt anxious about finances, struggled with comparison, or found yourself believing that happiness is just one pay rise, promotion, or purchase away, this conversation will encourage you to pursue contentment, generosity, and a life centred on Christ instead of possessions.

"For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil..." &mdash; 1 Timothy 6:10
Is money controlling you&mdash;or are you controlling it?
In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Jen for an honest conversation about one of the Bible's most misunderstood verses. Together, they unpack what Scripture actually says about money, wealth, and contentment, revealing that money itself isn't the problem&mdash;it's when money becomes the thing we trust, pursue, and build our identity around.
Ash and Jen reflect on the messages they learned about money growing up, how financial pressure can quietly shape our priorities, and why so many of us find ourselves constantly chasing "just a little bit more." They also explore the powerful truth that contentment isn't something we stumble into&mdash;it's a spiritual discipline we learn.
This episode is a reminder that God isn't against wealth, but He does want to protect our hearts from allowing money to become our master. Real freedom isn't found in having more&mdash;it's found in trusting God with what we already have.
If you've ever felt anxious about finances, struggled with comparison, or found yourself believing that happiness is just one pay rise, promotion, or purchase away, this conversation will encourage you to pursue contentment, generosity, and a life centred on Christ instead of possessions.