Show Notes
In this episode of the Armed and Anointed podcast, Ashley discussed the importance of raising personal standards to align with God's standards rather than the world's standards. She shared personal examples of how her life changed when she adopted higher standards in various areas, including relationships, health, business, and daily habits. Ashley emphasized that while God's love is not earned, effort is required to live according to His standards, which leads to personal growth and a renewed mind. She encouraged listeners to inventory their own lives to identify areas where they may be settling for lower standards and to make intentional choices to raise their standards, ultimately becoming the person God created them to be.
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