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Feeling Drained? This Is Why | Psalm 68:19 with Ro Alford
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.” They unpack how simple, everyday connection with God can shift your whole day — from quick honest prayers to creating small pockets of quiet, to learning how to give your worries back to Him instead of holding everything together on your own. In this episode: Why your faith can’t run on a “Sunday-only” rhythm How God actually carries your burdens daily What honest, simple prayer can look like (“What’s going on, bro?” prayers included) How to reconnect with God when life feels overwhelming Why creating space — even small moments — helps you hear God more clearly If you’re tired, stretched, or craving closeness with God again, this conversation is a gentle reminder: you were never meant to carry it all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Want God to Grow Your Life? Start Here | Luke 6:38 with Ro Alford
Forgiveness isn’t easy — and today’s conversation gets honest about that. Ash and Ro unpack Luke 6:38, a verse often used in the context of money, but when read in full, reveals something much deeper: generosity of spirit. From judgment to mercy, from forgiveness to love, Jesus calls us to live with a heart that presses down, shakes together, and pours out more grace than expected. Ro breaks down the practical imagery behind this passage, and together she and Ash talk through the levels of forgiveness, the “extra mile” mindset, and how generosity is really about making room in our hearts for God to work. Whether you’re struggling to forgive, noticing judgment creep in, or simply wanting to love people better, this episode gives you a grounded, gentle place to begin. Even the smallest first step counts — and today might be the start. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Do It Scared | Matthew 10:20 with Ro Alford
Matthew 10:20 — “For it will not be you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking through you.” Today, Ash is joined by the always-glowing Ro (truly, she walked in looking stunning), and together they dive into one of the most confronting and comforting verses Jesus ever spoke. Jesus tells His disciples that when they step out in faith — especially when it's scary, confronting, or totally unpredictable — they won’t be speaking alone.The Holy Spirit will give them the words, the courage, and the clarity right when they need it. But as Ash and Ro unpack…that’s way easier to believe than to live out. In this honest, relatable conversation, they talk about: The moments you know you’re meant to speak… but fear wins Why God promises the Spirit will speak through us — not instead of us What to do when your heart is racing and your brain is blank Missed opportunities, regret, and God’s grace in all of it How to trust the Holy Spirit in everyday moments, not just worship Why sharing the gospel is always “good,” even if you’re not sure How to step out when you don’t have the “perfect” words prepared Ro shares a powerful story about a moment she didn’t step out — and how it shaped the way she listens for the Holy Spirit now. Ash shares her own airplane moment where intimidation kept her silent. This episode is an invitation:Stop overthinking. Start stepping out. Trust that the Spirit will meet you the moment you open your mouth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Why Does God Let Us Go Through Hard Things? | Isaiah 43:2 with Steph Blair
Isaiah 43:2 — “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you… when you walk through the fire, you will not be burned.” In today’s episode, Ash and Steph explore one of the most comforting — and confronting — promises in the Bible: hardship is guaranteed, but so is God’s presence. Steph goes full Bible-nerd (in the best way) as she unpacks how this verse echoes three massive moments in Scripture — the Red Sea, the Jordan River, and the fiery furnace — all reminders that God has always been with His people: at the beginning, in the middle, and at the end of every trial. Ash and Steph also dive into a powerful idea: what if God uses hardship to grow spiritual maturity in us?Not to harm us, but to shape us into people who trust Him deeper, stand firmer, and walk closer. In this episode, we talk about: Why Isaiah 43:2 is rooted in real Israelite history The difference between if hardship comes and when it comes How God prepares us through difficulty, not despite it The call to spiritual maturity in Romans 8:19 Why God’s love is the anchor when the water rises Taking your thoughts captive when you feel like God is far The truth that God’s presence is the promise — not an easy life This episode is tender, challenging, and deeply encouraging — a reminder that whatever you’re walking through, God is not distant, disinterested, or disappointed. He is near, He is present, and He is forming something beautiful in you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Who goes to heaven?! | Understanding the gift of grace! | Matthew 19:26 with Steph Blair
Matthew 19:26 — “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” In today’s episode, Ash and Steph dive into one of the most confronting and freeing truths Jesus ever taught: you cannot earn your way to God.Not with good behaviour.Not with wealth.Not with a “perfect” life.Not even with a lifetime of doing the right things. Jesus flips the entire idea of worthiness upside down — showing the disciples that salvation isn’t something we climb our way into, it’s something only God can make possible. Steffi shares a powerful story about a pastor stepping out in faith, and how it helped her understand the difference between our part and God’s part. Ash unpacks the cultural context behind the wealthy young man, why the disciples were so shocked, and why Jesus’ words would have completely reshaped what blessing, favor, and salvation looked like. In this episode, we talk about: Why no one is “too far gone” for God’s grace The upside-down kingdom Jesus introduces Why surrender, not perfection, is the doorway to salvation Letting go of the belief that you can earn God’s favor Why God asks you to do the possible and leaves the impossible to Him The surprising truth about wealth and spiritual dependence The beauty of giving Jesus your whole life — not just the tidy parts This episode is both challenging and wildly comforting.If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re “doing enough,” “good enough,” or “worthy enough,” this one will breathe fresh truth and freedom into your heart.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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