What if the people who annoy you the most are the ones who teach you the most about Jesus?

In this thought-provoking episode of the Collide Podcast, Collide’s Director, Willow Weston, shares a personal and unexpected holiday story about her new friends, Holly and Grace. With honesty and heart, Willow reflects on how two people—who initially rubbed her the wrong way—ended up revealing something profound about grace, humility, and the true heart of Jesus. Whether you're navigating challenging relationships or struggling to see Christ in the everyday, this short episode will remind you that Jesus often shows up in the people we least expect.

Meet Willow Weston

Willow is the founder and director of Collide, a women's ministry passionate about seeing people experience Jesus in the midst of real life. She is a speaker, writer, and leader who shares with vulnerability and humor, often drawing from her own messy, beautiful journey. Willow is passionate about creating spaces where people can collide with the transformative love of Christ.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

• Why the people who challenge you can actually shape you
• How God uses ordinary moments to reveal extraordinary truths
• What it looks like to find Jesus beyond religious expectations
• How choosing grace over judgment can radically change your relationships

How This Episode Will Encourage You

If you’ve ever felt irritated by the people around you or found yourself judging others too quickly, this episode will gently challenge and encourage you. You’ll be reminded that Jesus meets us not just in church or Scripture, but in the difficult, funny, and humbling relationships of our everyday lives.

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