Hey friends! In this episode, Ash Owen and Mahala Cohen explore the heart of 1 Peter 3:8 (TLB): "You should be like one big happy family, full of sympathy toward each other, loving one another with tender hearts and humble minds."

They dive into the beautiful truth that being part of a loving community isn’t about perfection or always agreeing. Ash and Mahala discuss how, even in disagreement, we can choose to love each other deeply and show sympathy. They share personal stories that highlight the importance of humility and compassion in fostering genuine connections, reminding us that it’s okay to have different perspectives while still being a supportive family.

If you’ve ever felt pressure to agree with everyone in your life, this episode will encourage you to embrace the beauty of love that transcends differences. Join them in discovering how to build a community that thrives on understanding and grace!

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Hey friends! In today’s episode, Ash Owen is joined by Mahala Cohen to dive deep into Romans 12:17-21, where we’re reminded: "Don’t hit back; discover beauty in everyone. If you’ve got it in you, get along with everybody. Don’t insist on getting even; that’s not for you to do. 'I’ll do the judging,' says God. 'I’ll take care of it.'”

Mahala shares about a painful time in her life when she was unfairly treated while working as an au pair in America. After experiencing such injustice, she wrestled with how to forgive when everything in her wanted to retaliate. Ash and Mahala dig into the real struggle of forgiving those who wrong us, and how to trust God’s justice even when it’s hard to let go.

If you’re dealing with feelings of bitterness or are struggling to forgive after being wronged, this episode will encourage you to lean into God’s peace and allow Him to take care of the rest.

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Hey friends! In this episode, Ash Owen and Mahala Cohen come together to explore 1 Peter 5:7 (TLB): "Let God have all your worries and cares for He is always thinking about you and watching everything that concerns you."

Ash and Mahala unpack the importance of truly giving your worries to God and ask a thought-provoking question: What are you carrying that God hasn't asked you to? If you’ve ever found it difficult to surrender your burdens, you’re not alone. They dive into practical ways to let go and trust God fully, sharing three powerful steps to help you on the journey:

1. Be honest with God about what you're struggling with.
2. Open the Word and discover His promises.
3. Find someone to come alongside you for support.

This episode is all about releasing what God never intended for you to carry, so you can walk in peace and freedom. If you’re holding on to something too heavy, this is a must-listen!

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