Hi friends! In today’s episode, Ash Couchman is joined by Jenny Lui-Jong to explore Galatians 5:16: “So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.”

We all face daily choices—do we follow our own desires, or do we let God lead us? Ash and Jenny dive into what it really means to walk by the Spirit, sharing personal experiences and practical ways to stay in step with God. They discuss how surrendering to the Holy Spirit can help us overcome temptation, make God-honoring decisions, and experience true freedom in Christ.

If you’ve ever struggled with self-control or wanted to deepen your relationship with God, this episode is full of encouragement and wisdom for your journey. 💛

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Hi friends! In today&rsquo;s episode, Ash Couchman is joined by Jenny Lui-Jong to explore Galatians 5:16: &ldquo;So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.&rdquo;
We all face daily choices&mdash;do we follow our own desires, or do we let God lead us? Ash and Jenny dive into what it really means to walk by the Spirit, sharing personal experiences and practical ways to stay in step with God. They discuss how surrendering to the Holy Spirit can help us overcome temptation, make God-honoring decisions, and experience true freedom in Christ.
If you&rsquo;ve ever struggled with self-control or wanted to deepen your relationship with God, this episode is full of encouragement and wisdom for your journey. 💛
Get Connected:
<a href="#">Follow us on Instagram</a> <a href="#">Join the Facebook Community</a> Got something to share? Email us at <a>everydayjoy@positivemedia.com.au</a>

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Living God’s Way, Not Your Own | Walking in the Spirit | Galatians 5:16

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given… and He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God.” — Isaiah 9:6

Christmas isn’t just about what happened then — it’s about what’s still true now.
God is with us.

In this special Christmas episode, Ash is joined by Jacquie and Shaylee for a heartfelt reflection on the year that’s been — the highs, the hardships, and the moments where God’s presence carried them through.

Together, they reflect on:


What it looks like to experience God with us in everyday life — not just at Christmas


Celebrating joy while still acknowledging grief, exhaustion, and struggle


Navigating new seasons: marriage, motherhood, health, rest, and change


Learning to slow down, release control, and trust God’s provision


Why discipline, rest, and honesty with God matter — especially when life feels overwhelming


How God walks with us through anxiety, uncertainty, and growth, rather than removing us from it

This conversation is raw, reflective, and deeply hopeful — a reminder that Emmanuel isn’t distant or symbolic. He is present in the middle of our mess, our joy, our exhaustion, and our becoming.

As we remember the birth of Jesus, may this episode remind you that the same God who came as a child is still near — steady, faithful, and with you in every season.

✨ God with us. Always.

 

&ldquo;For to us a child is born, to us a son is given&hellip; and He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God.&rdquo; &mdash; Isaiah 9:6
Christmas isn&rsquo;t just about what happened then &mdash; it&rsquo;s about what&rsquo;s still true now. God is with us.
In this special Christmas episode, Ash is joined by Jacquie and Shaylee for a heartfelt reflection on the year that&rsquo;s been &mdash; the highs, the hardships, and the moments where God&rsquo;s presence carried them through.
Together, they reflect on:
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What it looks like to experience God with us in everyday life &mdash; not just at Christmas
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Celebrating joy while still acknowledging grief, exhaustion, and struggle
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Navigating new seasons: marriage, motherhood, health, rest, and change
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Learning to slow down, release control, and trust God&rsquo;s provision
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Why discipline, rest, and honesty with God matter &mdash; especially when life feels overwhelming
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How God walks with us through anxiety, uncertainty, and growth, rather than removing us from it
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This conversation is raw, reflective, and deeply hopeful &mdash; a reminder that Emmanuel isn&rsquo;t distant or symbolic. He is present in the middle of our mess, our joy, our exhaustion, and our becoming.
As we remember the birth of Jesus, may this episode remind you that the same God who came as a child is still near &mdash; steady, faithful, and with you in every season.
✨ God with us. Always.
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CHRISTMAS EPISODE | God With Us Through Parenting, Growth & Mental Health | Isaiah 9:6 with Jacquie & Shaylee

“We love because He first loved us.” — 1 John 4:19

In today’s episode, Ash is joined by Tiani to unpack one of the most foundational truths of the Christian faith — that our ability to love others flows directly from the love we’ve first received from God.

Together, they reflect on what it looks like to love generously, sacrificially, and sincerely, even when life, relationships, and past experiences have made love feel complicated or costly.

In this conversation, they explore:


How understanding God’s love reshapes the way we love people


Why love isn’t optional for Christians — even when it’s uncomfortable


The difference between loving from obligation and loving from revelation


How church and community are meant to look different because of love


What to do when past hurt makes loving others feel risky


Learning to receive love, not just give it

This episode is honest, tender, and deeply encouraging. If you’ve ever found it hard to love people well — or hard to believe that you yourself are truly loved — this conversation will help realign your heart with the truth that God loved you first, and that His love is enough to transform how you live, love, and show up for others.

&ldquo;We love because He first loved us.&rdquo; &mdash; 1 John 4:19
In today&rsquo;s episode, Ash is joined by Tiani to unpack one of the most foundational truths of the Christian faith &mdash; that our ability to love others flows directly from the love we&rsquo;ve first received from God.
Together, they reflect on what it looks like to love generously, sacrificially, and sincerely, even when life, relationships, and past experiences have made love feel complicated or costly.
In this conversation, they explore:
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How understanding God&rsquo;s love reshapes the way we love people
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Why love isn&rsquo;t optional for Christians &mdash; even when it&rsquo;s uncomfortable
</li>
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The difference between loving from obligation and loving from revelation
</li>
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How church and community are meant to look different because of love
</li>
<li data-start="1317" data-end="1377">
What to do when past hurt makes loving others feel risky
</li>
<li data-start="1378" data-end="1424">
Learning to receive love, not just give it
</li>
</ul>
This episode is honest, tender, and deeply encouraging. If you&rsquo;ve ever found it hard to love people well &mdash; or hard to believe that you yourself are truly loved &mdash; this conversation will help realign your heart with the truth that God loved you first, and that His love is enough to transform how you live, love, and show up for others.

Learning to Love Well | 1 John 4:19 with Tiani Welch Phillips

“The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.” — Psalm 145:18

In this episode, Ash is joined by Tiani for a heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to seek God in truth — not just with words, but with an authentic heart and a willingness to be transformed.

Together they explore:


How to genuinely “call on God” rather than waiting for Him to act on our terms


Why nearness with God is a two-way relationship, not a one-way request line


The difference between approaching God with our own agenda versus surrender


How waiting on God cultivates trust, patience, and faith


Why truth requires letting go of our plans and trusting God’s goodness


The ultimate heart check: would God still be enough if He never answered another prayer?

This episode is for anyone wrestling with unanswered prayers, learning to wait, or seeking to deepen their trust and surrender. Be encouraged to draw near, call on Him in truth, and trust that He is closer than you think.

&ldquo;The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.&rdquo; &mdash; Psalm 145:18
In this episode, Ash is joined by Tiani for a heartfelt conversation about what it truly means to seek God in truth &mdash; not just with words, but with an authentic heart and a willingness to be transformed.
Together they explore:
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How to genuinely &ldquo;call on God&rdquo; rather than waiting for Him to act on our terms
</li>
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Why nearness with God is a two-way relationship, not a one-way request line
</li>
<li data-start="597" data-end="676">
The difference between approaching God with our own agenda versus surrender
</li>
<li data-start="677" data-end="737">
How waiting on God cultivates trust, patience, and faith
</li>
<li data-start="738" data-end="812">
Why truth requires letting go of our plans and trusting God&rsquo;s goodness
</li>
<li data-start="813" data-end="905">
The ultimate heart check: would God still be enough if He never answered another prayer?
</li>
</ul>
This episode is for anyone wrestling with unanswered prayers, learning to wait, or seeking to deepen their trust and surrender. Be encouraged to draw near, call on Him in truth, and trust that He is closer than you think.

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