In today’s episode, Ash and her husband Tobias dive into Philippians 4:4 — “Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: rejoice!”
This honest conversation unpacks what joy really is — and what it’s not. Happiness comes and goes, but joy? Joy is rooted in Christ. It’s a deliberate choice, not a natural emotion.
Ash shares vulnerably about being a “glass half empty” person and learning to fix her eyes on God instead of her circumstances. Toby brings in the powerful reminder that Paul wrote this verse from prison, proving that joy isn’t about comfort, success, or convenience — it’s about knowing Jesus.
Together they talk through:
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The difference between happiness and joy
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Why joy can be chosen even in the valley
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How focusing on eternity reshapes today’s struggles
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Practical ways to rejoice (even when life feels heavy)
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Why gratitude and perspective actually shift your heart
If you’ve been finding it hard to feel joyful, this episode will help you re-centre your eyes, your thoughts, and your heart on the One who never changes.
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