EP 43. What are the principles around God and financial blessing? In today's episode we talk about priorities and expectations when we give to a Christian cause.



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EP 43. What are the principles around God and financial blessing? In today's episode we talk about priorities and expectations when we give to a Christian cause.
 
Get in touch! everydayjoy@positivemedia.com.au

Everyday Joy

FINANCIAL BLESSING: Proverbs 19:1

"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." — Matthew 6:21

What if the clearest picture of your priorities isn't what you say—but how you spend your time and your money?

In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Shaylee to unpack Jesus' powerful words in Matthew 6:21 and explore what it really means to treasure the things of God.

Together, they discuss how our calendars, bank statements, and everyday decisions often reveal what matters most to us. Ash and Shaylee share honest reflections on budgeting, family priorities, material possessions, and the challenge of holding the good things in life with open hands. They also explore the tension between enjoying God's blessings and making sure those blessings never take His place.

This conversation is a reminder that following Jesus isn't about living with guilt or giving everything away—it's about regularly asking whether our hearts are centred on temporary treasures or eternal ones. When God becomes our greatest treasure, everything else begins to find its proper place.

If you've been wrestling with your priorities, wondering how to keep God first in a busy life, or wanting to live with greater purpose and intentionality, this episode will encourage you to examine where your treasure truly lies—and discover the freedom that comes from putting Jesus first.

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"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." &mdash; Matthew 6:21
What if the clearest picture of your priorities isn't what you say&mdash;but how you spend your time and your money?
In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Shaylee to unpack Jesus' powerful words in Matthew 6:21 and explore what it really means to treasure the things of God.
Together, they discuss how our calendars, bank statements, and everyday decisions often reveal what matters most to us. Ash and Shaylee share honest reflections on budgeting, family priorities, material possessions, and the challenge of holding the good things in life with open hands. They also explore the tension between enjoying God's blessings and making sure those blessings never take His place.
This conversation is a reminder that following Jesus isn't about living with guilt or giving everything away&mdash;it's about regularly asking whether our hearts are centred on temporary treasures or eternal ones. When God becomes our greatest treasure, everything else begins to find its proper place.
If you've been wrestling with your priorities, wondering how to keep God first in a busy life, or wanting to live with greater purpose and intentionality, this episode will encourage you to examine where your treasure truly lies&mdash;and discover the freedom that comes from putting Jesus first.
Get Connected:
<ul>
<li>Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashcouchman/">Ash</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/everydayjoypod/">Everyday Joy</a> on Instagram!&nbsp;</li>
<li>Subscribe to Everyday Joy Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/everyday-joy/id1667389590">Apple Podcasts</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3n4MSYSYzpptL6wTruTeKp">Spotify</a></li>
<li>Join the conversation on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/everydayjoypodcast">Everyday Joy Community</a></li>
</ul>

What Your Time & Money Reveal About Your Heart | Matthew 6:21 with Shaylee

"Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience." — Colossians 3:12

What if following Jesus isn't just about what you believe—but about the kind of person you're becoming?

In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Shaylee to unpack Paul's encouragement to the church in Colossians and explore what it truly means to "clothe yourself" with the character of Christ.

Together, they discuss why Paul first reminds believers of who they are—chosen, holy, and deeply loved—before telling them how to live. They also explore how easy it is to treat faith like a "pick and mix," embracing the parts of Christianity we enjoy while ignoring the parts that challenge us.

This conversation is a practical reminder that compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience aren't personality traits reserved for certain people—they're qualities every follower of Jesus is called to put on each day.

If you've been wanting your faith to move beyond belief and into everyday action, this episode will encourage you to let your identity in Christ shape every area of your life, one choice at a time

Get Connected:
Follow Ash & Everyday Joy on Instagram! 
Subscribe to Everyday Joy Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify
Join the conversation on Facebook: Everyday Joy Community

"Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience." &mdash; Colossians 3:12
What if following Jesus isn't just about what you believe&mdash;but about the kind of person you're becoming?
In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Shaylee to unpack Paul's encouragement to the church in Colossians and explore what it truly means to "clothe yourself" with the character of Christ.
Together, they discuss why Paul first reminds believers of who they are&mdash;chosen, holy, and deeply loved&mdash;before telling them how to live. They also explore how easy it is to treat faith like a "pick and mix," embracing the parts of Christianity we enjoy while ignoring the parts that challenge us.
This conversation is a practical reminder that compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience aren't personality traits reserved for certain people&mdash;they're qualities every follower of Jesus is called to put on each day.
If you've been wanting your faith to move beyond belief and into everyday action, this episode will encourage you to let your identity in Christ shape every area of your life, one choice at a time
Get Connected:
<ul>
<li>Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ashcouchman/">Ash</a> &amp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/everydayjoypod/">Everyday Joy</a> on Instagram!&nbsp;</li>
<li>Subscribe to Everyday Joy Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/everyday-joy/id1667389590">Apple Podcasts</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3n4MSYSYzpptL6wTruTeKp">Spotify</a></li>
<li>Join the conversation on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/everydayjoypodcast">Everyday Joy Community</a></li>
</ul>

Our faith isn't a "pick and mix" | Letting our lives reflect Jesus  | Colossians 3:12 with Shaylee 

"Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." — Proverbs 4:23

What does it actually mean to "guard your heart"? Is it about building walls—or making wise decisions about what we allow to shape us?

In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Shaylee to unpack one of the Bible's most quoted verses and explore why protecting our hearts is about so much more than relationships.

Together, they discuss how our thoughts, friendships, entertainment, dating relationships, and everyday influences all shape the direction of our lives. Ash and Shaylee also share personal stories about learning the importance of healthy boundaries, guarding their hearts in relationships, and discovering that wisdom often means saying "not yet" instead of "why not?"

This conversation is a reminder that guarding your heart isn't about living in fear—it's about intentionally protecting the person God is shaping you to become. Because what we consistently allow into our hearts will eventually flow into our words, decisions, and the way we live.

If you've been wondering how to make wise choices, set healthy boundaries, or keep Jesus at the centre of your life, this episode will encourage you to guard your heart with purpose and trust God with every area of it.

"Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." &mdash; Proverbs 4:23
What does it actually mean to "guard your heart"? Is it about building walls&mdash;or making wise decisions about what we allow to shape us?
In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Shaylee to unpack one of the Bible's most quoted verses and explore why protecting our hearts is about so much more than relationships.
Together, they discuss how our thoughts, friendships, entertainment, dating relationships, and everyday influences all shape the direction of our lives. Ash and Shaylee also share personal stories about learning the importance of healthy boundaries, guarding their hearts in relationships, and discovering that wisdom often means saying "not yet" instead of "why not?"
This conversation is a reminder that guarding your heart isn't about living in fear&mdash;it's about intentionally protecting the person God is shaping you to become. Because what we consistently allow into our hearts will eventually flow into our words, decisions, and the way we live.
If you've been wondering how to make wise choices, set healthy boundaries, or keep Jesus at the centre of your life, this episode will encourage you to guard your heart with purpose and trust God with every area of it.

FINANCIAL BLESSING: Proverbs 19:1

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