Everyday Joy

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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December 30, 2025 35 mins

In this final episode of 2025, Ash, Shaylee, and Jacquie reflect on an incredible year of podcasting and look ahead to 2025 with hope and intention.

The trio unpacks John 1:5 - "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it" - discussing how to stay spiritually grounded when the world feels heavy and chaotic. From Ash's hilarious confession about her irrational tsunami fears to Shaylee's beautiful insights ...

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“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.

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“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 G...

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“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.

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Ephesians 6:18
Pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.

Prayer doesn’t have to be polished.
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Proverbs 11:25
A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.

Have you ever been on the receiving end of generosity you didn’t expect — and it stayed with you?

In this conversati...

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The Lord watches over you — the Lord is your shade at your right hand.” — Psalm 121:5

In today’s conversation, Ash and guest Tee unpack what it really looks like to say yes to God — especially when obedience feels costly, uncomfortable, or terrifying.

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“I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” — John 10:11

Today, Ash and guest Kate Westwood explore one of the most comforting and confronting pictures Jesus gives of Himself: the Good Shepherd — the One who protects, pursues, ...

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“You forgave the iniquity of your people and covered all their sins.” — Psalm 85:2

Today, Ash and guest Kate Westwood unpack a deeply personal, beautifully freeing truth: every single sin — past, present, and future — has been

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“Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: the virgin will conceive and give birth to a son, and will call Him Emmanuel.” — Isaiah 7:14

Today, Ash and guest Kate Willcox unpack one of the most profound prophecies in Scripture — a promise that would be fulfil...

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“The days are coming,” declares the Lord, “when I will fulfill the promise…” — Jeremiah 33:14

Today, Ash and Kate Willcox dive into one of the most relatable parts of the Christian walk:

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

Today, Ash and guest Kate Westwood unpack one of the most formative and practical verses in Scripture — and why guarding your heart matters more than ever in a world ...

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

In today’s episode, Ash slows down a verse we’ve heard so many times we barely register it anymore. We’re called to love — not because people are easy, not because relationships are clean or convenient, but because

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

In today’s episode, Ash digs into a verse we often skim but rarely unpack. God promises nearness — but He also gives a condition: call on Him in truth. So what do...

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Relationships can be one of the hardest parts of life — whether at home, work, or church. In this episode, Ash dives into Romans 15:5 and explores how God gives us endurance and encouragement to carry the right attitude of mind toward others.

Discover how to:

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Proverbs 11:25 says, “A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.”
In today’s episode, Ash unpacks what it really means to live with an open hand — to offer your gifts, time, abilities and heart instead of holding everything tightly to yourself.

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Psalm 121:5 says, “The Lord watches over you—the Lord is your shade at your right hand.”
In today’s episode, Ash shares a real moment where everything went “wrong” — running late, getting pulled over, panicking about missing a concert — only to look back and realise God migh...

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John 8:32 says, “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” But what does that actually look like in real life? In today’s episode, Ash and Ro dive into the difference between temporary relief and true freedom, and how easily we fall for ...

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Are you tired of temporary fixes that promise freedom but leave you feeling worse? In this episode, Ash and Ro dive into John 8:32 - "You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free"—and explore why God's Word is the only solid foundation in a world where truth feels subjective. They discuss how sin often promises freedom but only delivers temporary satisfaction, why surrounding yourself with people who speak truth i...

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Psalm 68:19 reminds us that God daily carries our burdens — not just on Sundays, not just when life feels peaceful, but every single day. In this episode, Ash and Ro talk honestly about what it looks like to stay close to God in the middle of busy seasons, tired mornings, unexpected struggles, and the moments where you just don’t “feel it.&rdqu...

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