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Everyday Joy
Hosted by Ash Couchman, this 10 min podcast unpacks a different bible verse everyday in an honest, accessible and joyful way!89.9 | TheLight | PositiveMedia | LightFM | Melbourne |
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Oct 28, 2026
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Episodes
When You Can’t See the Good | God’s Faithfulness in Hard Seasons | Lamentations 3:22-23 with Jacquie Scott 01.07.2025 17:57
Have you ever looked back on your life and thought, “I wish I could tell my younger self that God was faithful, even when it didn’t feel like it?” In today’s episode, Ash is joined by Jacquie Scott as they unpack Lamentations 3:22-23: “The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness....
SOMETHING EXCITING IS HAPPENING! | Unpacking one of Jacquie’s life verses | Matthew 5:10 wi 29.06.2025 11:32
Oh hey!! Something exciting is happening today as Ash is joined by Jacquie Scott to unpack one of her life verses – Matthew 5:10. “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Jacquie shares why this verse has anchored her through seasons of criticism, fear, and standing firm in her faith. Together, Ash and Jacquie dive into...
Hungry for More | Finding Fulfilment in God Alone | Matthew 5:6 with Kate Willcox 25.06.2025 11:23
What are you truly hungry for? In this warm and honest episode of Everyday Joy , Ash and Kate reflect on Matthew 5:6 - “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” Open you heart to soul-level conversations about longing, identity, and God’s daily grace, this episode explores what it means to pursue righteousness in a world full of distrac...
Gentle But Fierce | Finding Strength in Meekness | Matthew 5:5 with Kate Wilcox 24.06.2025 9:27
“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” What does it really mean to be meek, and why does Jesus call it blessed? In this empowering episode, Ash and Kate unpack the misunderstood virtue of meekness , revealing it as a posture of strength, self-control, and radical trust in God. With honesty and humour, they explore the tension between worldly messages of dominanc...
When Mourning Meets Mercy | Disappointment, Surrender & the Comfort of God | Matthew 5:4 with Kate Willcox 23.06.2025 10:54
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” This powerful promise from Matthew 5:4 is at the heart of today’s honest and hope-filled conversation with Ash and Kate Willcox. Together, they unpack what mourning really looks like - not just in loss, but in unmet expectations, life transitions, relational disappointments, and even the grief of letting go of old dreams...
Blessed Are the Dependent | Embracing Humility & Letting Go of Control | Matthew 5:3 with Kate Willcox 22.06.2025 13:07
Kicking off a week in the Beatitudes, Ash is joined by the ever-wise and ever-relatable Kate Wilcox to unpack Matthew 5:3 - “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Together, they dive deep into what it really means to be “poor in spirit”- and why true blessing starts with dependence on God , not self-sufficiency. From unexpected seasons of gro...
Finish the Race, Share the Grace | Living on Mission in Every Season | Acts 20:24 with Tiani 19.06.2025 12:02
Hey friends! In this deeply encouraging episode, Ash and guest Tiani unpack Acts 20:24 — “I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.” Together they explore what it means to live boldly, faithfully, and joyfully on mission , whether y...
Thanks Be to God for Every Victory | Reflecting on Growth, Grace & Friendship | 1 Corinthians 15:57 with Tiani 18.06.2025 8:59
In this uplifting episode, Ash and guest Tiani reflect on 1 Corinthians 15:57 — “But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” What begins as a celebration of friendship becomes a powerful testimony to how God brings victory, growth, and transformation —in both big and small ways. From navigating adult friendship and seasons of change, to dis...
Wrestling with God's Will & Praying Through Pain | Trusting in the Process | Hebrews 5:7 with Tiani 18.06.2025 10:17
Hey, hey! In this raw and spirit-filled episode, Tiani and host Ash dive into Hebrews 5:7 , reflecting on the deep tension between God’s will and our fervent prayers . Through real-life stories - including a near-fatal car crash - and fresh revelation from scripture, they unpack what it means to submit to God’s plan while still boldly asking for breakthrough . With vulnerability...
Comforted to Comfort Others | Sharing God’s Compassion in a Hurting World | 2 Corinthians 1:3–4 with Tiani 18.06.2025 11:08
In this beautiful and practical episode, Ash and Tiani reflect on 2 Corinthians 1:3–4 , a powerful reminder that the comfort we receive from God is meant to be shared with others. With warmth and real-life stories-from op shop miracles to navigating how to comfort friends without faith—this conversation dives deep into what it means to carry God’s compassion into everyday situati...
"Don’t Look Down on Yourself” | Young Leadership, Calling & Godly Confidence | 1 Timothy 4:12 with Tiani 15.06.2025 11:36
OH HEY!! In today’s encouraging episode, Ash sits down with Tiani for a heart-to-heart about calling, confidence, and what it means to lead when you feel too young, too inexperienced, or just not “ready.” They dive into 1 Timothy 4:12 , a verse that challenges us to stop disqualifying ourselves — even when no one else is. Tiffany shares her personal journey of learning to l...
Rescued from Darkness, Brought into Light | Living with Kingdom Purpose | Colossians 1:13 with Joelle 13.06.2025 8:07
OH HEY!! In this powerful episode, Ash and Joelel reflect on the truth and beauty of Colossians 1:13 — "For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves." They explore what it means to be truly rescued by Jesus, not just once, but daily - from sin, shame, and the weight of a life without Him. Joelle unpacks how Paul’s letter to the...
Weeping May Stay for the Night, But Joy Comes in the Morning | Finding Hope in Dark Seasons | Psalm 30:5 with Joelle 12.06.2025 12:07
OH HEY!! In this hope-filled episode, Ash and Joelle dive deep into one of the most comforting promises in Scripture - that no matter how dark our current season feels, joy is coming. From King David's raw honesty about pain to the beauty of doing life with God through every high and low, this conversation is a gentle reminder that weeping doesn't last forever. Psalm 30:5 says: "Weeping may...
Take Every Thought Captive | Body Image & Becoming a Mum | 2 Corinthians 10:5 with Joelle Childs 11.06.2025 12:58
OH HEY!! In this raw and real episode, Ash and Joelle dive deep into the power of our thoughts—and the authority we’ve been given to bring them into obedience to Christ. From the subtle lies we believe about God, to the personal battles with self-worth and body image, this conversation is an honest look at how thoughts can shape our lives if we don’t actively confront them. 2 Cor...
Holding Onto God’s Promises Through Pain | Revelation 21:4 with Joelle Childs 09.06.2025 10:54
In today’s episode, Ash is joined by Joel for a deeply comforting and hope-filled conversation about God’s promises, especially in the middle of seasons that feel uncertain or painful. Joel shares what it was like walking through the heartbreak of waiting for a child, the encouragement they found in Scripture, and how God's faithfulness showed up in ways they never expected. Together t...
“At Least I’m Not Like Them” | When Comparison Creeps into Your Faith | Luke 18:14 with Joelle Childs 09.06.2025 14:42
NEW GUEST ALERT! Oh hey! Have you ever had the thought “I thank God I’m not like them...” It’s a thought we might never say out loud, but one that creeps into our hearts more often than we’d like to admit. In today’s episode, Ash is joined by Joelle to unpack the parable from Luke 18, where a Pharisee proudly lists his good deeds while a tax collector simpl...
Self-Preservation vs. Surrender | What Losing Your Life Really Means | Mark 8:35 with Kate Westwood 05.06.2025 16:20
What if the thing you’re clinging to is actually holding you back from the life God has for you? In this episode, Ash and Kate unpack one of the most confronting verses in the Bible: “For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me and for the gospel will save it” (Mark 8:35). Together, they explore what it means to truly surrender—esp...
Is This Strength or Just Escaping? | What It Really Means to Seek God in Every Season | 1 Chronicles 16:11 with Kate Westwood 05.06.2025 13:56
Sometimes we try to recharge by escaping—through holidays, Netflix, or comfort food. But are those things really giving us strength, or just helping us avoid what we’re feeling? In this episode, Ash and Kate talk about the difference between escaping and being truly refreshed. They explore what it means to seek God daily, not just in crisis but in every season of life. The Bible remind...
God Doesn’t Just Drop You Off | Finding His Presence in the Middle of the Battle | Psalm 23:5–6 with Kate Westwood: 03.06.2025 12:43
Oh hi! Ever feel like God’s dropped you off at the start of a hard season with a pat on the back and a “good luck”? In today’s episode, Ash and Kate unpack Psalm 23:5–6 : “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I wi...
I Gave God My Grief, He Gave Me a Song | 1 Peter 5:7 with Kate Westwood 02.06.2025 16:58
Oh hey! In this episode, Ash Couchman is joined by Kate Westwood to unpack 1 Peter 5:7 — “Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” Kate opens up about a season in her life marked by burnout, depression, and disappointment with God. She shares how that time revealed her struggle with true vulnerability — not just with God, but with people around her. Together,...
Trusting God Like a Kid Again? Why Adult Faith Feels So Complicated | Matthew 18:3-5 with Kate Westwood 02.06.2025 14:14
In today’s episode, Ash is joined by Kate, who shares a heartfelt update on a brand new season of love in her life — including how God “hid” her until the right person came along. Together, they dive into Matthew 18:3-5 and unpack what it means to truly have childlike faith. Why is it so hard to trust God as an adult? Why do we second-guess His goodness or timing? And what...
The Joy of Generosity | 2 Corinthians 9:7 with Zoe Marks 30.05.2025 15:39
"Each one must give as he has decided in his heart, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver." — 2 Corinthians 9:7 What does it look like to give out of freedom, not pressure? In today’s episode, Ash and Zoe dive into this well-known verse and explore how generosity is more than just a financial transaction—it’s a heart posture. Zoe shares some pe...
Unexpected Diagnosis & Trust When It Doesn’t Make Sense | Proverbs 3:5–6 with Zoe Marks 29.05.2025 12:30
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." — Proverbs 3:5–6 When life takes unexpected turns, it’s tempting to rely on logic, plans, or what feels safe. But in this conversation, Ash and Zoe unpack what it looks like to truly trust God—even when it doesn't make sense....
When Love and Wisdom Go Hand in Hand | Philippians 1:9–10 with Zoe Marks 28.05.2025 13:12
“And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless for the day of Christ.” — Philippians 1:9–10 What if love isn’t just about feeling more—but seeing more clearly? In today’s episode, Ash and Zoe unpack the power of a love that grow...
Is Your Spiritual Life in Shape? | 1 Timothy 4:8 with Zoe Marks 26.05.2025 18:08
“For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” — 1 Timothy 4:8 We live in a culture obsessed with self-improvement—workouts, wellness routines, hustle. But what about training your spirit? In today’s episode, Ash and Zoe talk about what it looks like to prioritise spirit...
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