“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.

&ldquo;Be on your guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong.&rdquo; &mdash; 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&rsquo;t about simply hoping life works out&mdash;it&rsquo;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: &ldquo;My God is good, and He&rsquo;s good all the time.&rdquo; They unpack how courage isn&rsquo;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&rsquo;t just let life happen to us, and how daily practices like reading God&rsquo;s Word, prayer, and pursuing a deeper relationship with Jesus prepare us for whatever comes our way.
If you&rsquo;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&mdash;and He will give you the courage and strength to keep standing.
Because a faith built on Jesus isn&rsquo;t shaken by the storm. It stands firm through it.