"Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of heaven, and those who lead many to righteousness like the stars forever and ever." — Daniel 12:3

What if you don't need a big platform to make a big difference?

In this episode of Everyday Joy, Ash is joined by Shay for a conversation about influence, faithfulness and what it really means to shine like the stars.

Daniel 12:3 was written in the context of a difficult future. God's people would face persecution, suffering and trouble—but Daniel was reminded that faithfulness would not be wasted. Those who remain wise, follow God and help others move towards Him would shine.

Ash and Shay unpack what it means to be someone who points others towards Jesus—not necessarily through a massive social media following or a public platform, but through the ordinary influence we already have. Our families, friendships, workplaces and everyday conversations all give us opportunities to influence the people around us.

They also talk honestly about the tension of sharing your faith publicly without making everything about yourself. How do you use your platform without becoming self-promotional? How do you point people towards Jesus while still being authentic? And what does it look like to keep shining when life gets difficult?

The conversation explores why some of the wisest and most influential people aren't necessarily the loudest people in the room. They're the people who are consistent—people whose faith doesn't completely change depending on what's happening around them.

Because shining for Jesus doesn't mean having a perfect life. It means continuing to trust Him, obey Him and point people towards Him—even when life gets hard.

If you've ever wondered whether your influence really matters, felt uncomfortable about sharing your faith, or questioned whether the ordinary way you're living your life is making a difference, this episode is a reminder: your faithfulness is not wasted, and you don't need a huge platform to shine.