In this episode of Built Between, Lily and Jackie unpack a powerful lesson from Matthew 7 - taking the focus off of others and turning inward.
They talk about how easy it is to judge, criticize, or feel hurt by others’ actions, while missing the deeper work God is trying to do within our own hearts.
Lily opens up about people-pleasing, unmet expectations, and how placing pressure on others can actually reveal areas in our own heart that need healing and accountability.
Jackie dives into what it really looks like to maintain peace - not by controlling situations or people, but by slowing down, bringing emotions to God first, and allowing Him to purify your heart.
Together, they explore how striving, unrealistic expectations, and self-pressure can steal joy, and how Ecclesiastes reframes life - reminding us to actually enjoy what God has already given us.
They also talk about trusting God without constant confirmation, understanding His perfect vs. permissive will, and how discipline, self-awareness, and surrender all play a role in spiritual growth.
Because sometimes the breakthrough isn’t in changing others... it’s in letting God change you.
What has God been trying to show you about your own heart?