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In this episode, Eric and Angela talk candidly about what it looks like to navigate joy in the middle of struggle—when life feels heavy, energy is low, and faith isn’t exactly firing on all cylinders. Using James 1:2–4 as a backdrop, they reflect on seasons of parenting exhaustion, marriage under stress, and the slow work of perseverance that shapes us over time.

This isn’t about pretending things are easy or rushing toward quick fixes. It’s about learning how joy can exist alongside hardship, how perseverance is formed in everyday moments, and how choosing to keep showing up—together—matters more than having it all figured out.

If you’ve ever felt like your faith was running on cold coffee and unfinished prayers, you’re not alone.

❤️ Marriage Enrichment Weekend | March 20–22, 2026

If you’re looking to invest in your marriage, join us for our Marriage Enrichment Weekend at The Neighborhood Church. We’ll be joined by LaMorris and Megan Crawford of Covenant Culture Ministries, who speak and lead couples across the country.

📍 The Neighborhood Church
📅 March 20–22, 2026
🔗 Learn more and register: www.theneighborhoodchurch.com

You can also learn more about LaMorris and Megan—and check out their podcast—at:
🔗 https://www.covenantcultureministries.com

🎧 Catch Up on Messages

You can always listen to weekly messages from Eric at The Neighborhood Church Podcast:
🔗 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2542238