Verity by Phylicia Masonheimer
Religion & Spirituality
About
The Verity podcast is hosted by author, speaker and public theologian Phylicia Masonheimer. Covering topics of faith and culture from a biblical perspective, through a historical lens, the podcast is designed to inspire you to ask better questions, go deeper in faith, and defend your beliefs with both grace and logic.
Episodes
- 174 | Answered Prayer: Testimonies to Strengthen Your Faith
Episode 174 of Verity Podcast features testimonies from the Every Woman a Theologian community about answered prayer. These stories cover a range of experiences, including miscarriage, infertility, job searches, and postpartum anxiety, hig…
- 173 | Women, Anxiety & Prayer with Dr. Rachel Rauch
Dr. Rachel Rauch and Phylicia Masonheimer discuss the relationship between anxiety and prayer, addressing physical and spiritual causes. Dr. Rauch, a Doctor of Naturopathy and founder of Eiro Wellness, specializes in brain and mood health,…
- 172 | Praying Through Chronic Illness & Suffering with Olivia Gerber
Olivia Gerber shares her experience with chronic illness, detailing how faith, prayer, and praise helped her navigate suffering and maintain hope. The conversation touches on her book "Hold Hope" and finding strength in faith.
- 171 | Praying God's Word for All of Life's Seasons with Jodie Berndt
This episode features Jodie Berndt discussing her personal testimony and the practice of praying scripture. Berndt shares how this approach has impacted her relationship with God and offers practical guidance for listeners, drawing from he…
- 170 | Are My Prayers Hindered? Biblical Answers to Your Questions
In this Q&A episode of Verity Podcast, Phylicia Masonheimer addresses listener questions about prayer, covering topics like liturgical prayer, dealing with unanswered prayers, and managing distracting thoughts during prayer.
- Resurrection Day! | Holy Week Day 8
He is risen. In this final episode of our Holy Week series, I walk through the resurrection account in Matthew 28, the history behind Easter traditions, and what it means to actually live in the power of the resurrection — not just…
- Holy Saturday | Holy Week Day 7
Holy Saturday is the quiet day — the day between the cross and the empty tomb. In this episode, I walk through what we know about this often-overlooked day, including the intriguing phrase from the Apostles' Creed about Jesus descend…
- Good Friday | Holy Week Day 6
Good Friday is the most sobering day of Holy Week — and the most important. In this episode, I walk through the crucifixion, the tearing of the temple veil, and what it all means for us today. Jesus didn't save himself because he was…
- Maundy Thursday | Holy Week Day 5
Most people have heard of the Last Supper — but do you know why it's called Maundy Thursday? In this episode, I walk through the foot washing, the new commandment Jesus gave his disciples, and how the Last Supper fulfilled the Passov…
- Spy Wednesday | Holy Week Day 4
Most people have never heard of Spy Wednesday — but it's one of the most sobering days of Holy Week. This is the day Judas began plotting to betray Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. In this episode, I walk through what happened, how…
- Holy Tuesday | Holy Week Day 3
On Holy Tuesday, Jesus went face to face with the religious leaders — and what happened next has been called "the great unmasking." In this episode, I walk through Jesus' confrontation with the Pharisees, what it reveals about hypocr…
- Holy Monday | Holy Week Day 2
Most of us know Palm Sunday, Good Friday, and Easter — but what about the days in between? Holy Monday is the day Jesus cleansed the temple, and it carries a theme I think we all need: cleanse your heart. In this episode, I walk through wh…
- Palm Sunday | Holy Week Day 1
Palm Sunday is one of my favorite days in the Christian calendar — and it marks the beginning of something bigger than the crowds even realized. In this first episode of our Holy Week series, I walk through the triumphal entry of Jesus, th…
- Holy Week Mini-series Announcement!
Holy Week is coming — and Verity Podcast doing a mini-series in honor of it! From Palm Sunday to Easter, we're releasing seven mini episodes to walk you through every day of Holy Week. Each one pairs with our free Holy Week devotiona…
- 169 | What Is Praying in Tongues—and Is It for Christians Today?
Growing up in a Pentecostal church, I have witnessed people speaking in tongues many times. But what is praying in tongues, and is it for Christians today? If you've ever wondered what the Bible actually teaches about this spiritual gift,…
- 168 | Liturgical Prayers: Are Written Prayers Biblical or Just Empty Tradition?
Are written prayers biblical or just empty tradition? If you've ever felt like praying someone else's words isn't "sincere" or questioned whether liturgical prayers belong in the Christian life, this episode will challenge your assumptions…
- 167 | Why Do I Feel Bored in Prayer?
Why does prayer feel boring sometimes? If you've ever struggled to stay focused during prayer, felt distracted, or wondered why some Christians seem so enriched by prayer while you feel disconnected, this episode will bring clarity and hop…
- 166 | Does God hear Everyone's Prayers?
Does God hear everyone’s prayers? In this episode, we explore what Scripture really teaches about righteousness, salvation, and effective prayer, unpacking what it means to be “righteous” not by works, but by faith in Christ (Philippians 3…
- 165 | Can Satan Hear My Prayers?
Can Satan hear your prayers? Can he block or manipulate what you ask God to do? In this episode, we answer one of the most searched questions about spiritual warfare and prayer: Is Satan omniscient—and does he have power over your prayer l…
- 164 | When God Doesn't Answer
Why do some of our prayers seem to go unanswered—temporarily, long-term, or forever? How do we keep praying when answers are delayed or don't look the way we hoped? In this episode, we tackle one of the hardest questions in the Chris…
- 163 | Praying God's Will
How do you pray God's will—without trying to control the outcome? In this episode, we break down what Scripture actually teaches about the will of God and how to pray in alignment with His truth and character. Learn the difference be…
- 162 | Do We Need Deliverance Prayer?
Is deliverance prayer biblical? What makes it healthy versus unhealthy? In this episode, we explore what Scripture says about spiritual warfare, freedom from sin, and deliverance ministry. In this episode, we examine: ✓ What is deli…
- 161 | Can the Saints Pray for Us?
Can we ask saints in heaven to pray for us? This is one of the most requested questions about prayer, and today we're exploring both Catholic and Protestant perspectives with respect and biblical depth. In this episode, we examine:&…
- Verity Podcast is BACK 🙏 | Prayer Series Starting January 22
After a meaningful year of reflection, we're relaunching Verity Podcast with an entire quarter dedicated to PRAYER! 🙏 Join us January 22nd as we explore prayer's essential role in the life of a believer—answering your questions and…
- 160 | Why God Doesn't Need Your Hustle: Learning to Rest in Him
What if God can do more without your hustle than with it? Lisa Fields of the Jude 3 Project shares her journey from workaholic apologist to discovering that God doesn't need our striving—He wants our trust, our healed hearts, and our willi…
- 159 | Carry The Gospel: How One Conversation Changed Everything
This incredible testimony from Verity Conference 2024 will transform how you think about everyday evangelism. Leila shares her powerful story from Muslim family to Christian ministry, and reveals the four practical ways we can all carry Go…
- 158 | Speak Your Story: How Your Testimony Changes the World
This powerful conference session connects directly to our previous episode about our 5-month podcast break. While the last episode shared the "happy ending" of our infertility journey with baby Olivera's birth, this session was recorded in…
- 157 | Living Out Theology in Pain: The Real Story Behind Our 5 Month Break
After an unexpected 5-month podcast break, we're back with our most vulnerable episode yet. While Every Woman A Theologian kept going, we had to pause the podcast to navigate some of life's biggest challenges. What does it look like to liv…
- 156 | Chatting with a 4th Generation Member of "The Way" 2x2s
In this week's special podcast episode, Phylicia interviews Angelika Rasper, former 4th generation member of "the Way", also known as the 2x2 sect. In this interview Gel shares what the 2x2s are, what her experience was like growing up in…
- 155 | Do Christians Need to Obey Old Testament Law?
Salvation is found through faith in Jesus Christ alone—a truth that stands in contrast to a growing movement in the West of “Torah Observant Christians” who argue that Gentile believers must follow Old Testament laws to secure salvation. P…
- 154 | How Believable Ideas Lead to Dangerous Beliefs - Unmasking Marcionism
⭐️In this episode Phylicia explores Marcionism's heretical views on the Old Testament, emphasizing the importance of understanding scripture in light of personal biases and promoting the Old Testament's foundational role in Christianity. &…
- 153 | Understanding Lent: Traditions, Sacrifices, and Spiritual Growth
Join us in this enlightening mini-episode as we delve into the rich history and profound spiritual meaning of Lent! In this video, you'll discover the origins of Lent, what makes up it's three pillars, and more about the traditions t…
- 152 | How Gnosticism Contradicts Christian Teaching
Join us as we explore the intriguing doctrine of Gnosticism, one of the early church's most significant heresies, and its impact on Christianity today. Discover how Gnostics viewed matter as evil and sought salvation through mystical…
- 151 | Understanding the Ancient False Doctrine Behind Jehovah's Witness and LDS
Phylicia Masonheimer delves into the historical heresy of Arianism, which denied the full divinity of Jesus Christ, highlighting its unexpected resurgence in the theologies of Jehovah's Witnesses and Latter-Day Saints. You'll explore a det…
- 150 | Protect Your Faith: Learn to Discern False Teachers
In this episode, we kick off a series that will teach us how to discern false teachings within Christianity. Discover the key scriptural principles and practical strategies to identify deception, focusing on the character of teachers…
- 149 | Wrestling with Faith: Can I Trust The Bible?
This episode explores the question of the Bible's trustworthiness. Phylicia delves into the historical context of the Old and New Testaments, examining the evidence for their authorship and compilation. She address the "JEDP theory" regard…
- 148 | Don't Fall for DANGEROUS Interpretations of Scripture | Do this Instead
➡️ Join the Bible in a Year Club: https://phyliciamasonheimer.com/bible-in-a-year/ In this video, Phylicia arms you with a five-step process—context, claim, condition, consequence, consistency—for accurately interpreting and applying Bibli…
- 147 | If I'm Saved, Why Does My Behavior Matter?
In this episode of the Verity podcast, we delve into the significance of good works for believers, highlighting that our actions are an expression of gratitude for salvation rather than a means to attain it. This understanding fosters a mo…
- 146 | Why Do I Need Jesus if I Am Already Good?
What is good? Can you be "good" and not be a Christian? Why do I need Jesus if I am already a good person? ----- Referenced in this episode: ⦿ Who the Son Sets Free - Galatians Bible Study? | https://phyliciamasonheimer.com/product/…
- 145 | ANSWERED! Why Did Jesus Have to Die? (And Other Important Questions!)
Phylicia dives into some of YOUR questions on this weeks episode of Verity Podcast! From questions about Baptism to Understanding Salvation and many in between these Bible based answers are set to help guide you to the scripture as you gro…
- BONUS | The BEST Way to Combat Fear and Anxiety in Election Week
Election season in the United States has dominated the daily news cycle for years. No matter where you go you are bombarded with a never ending stream of fear, anger, and even hate. So is it possible to find true peace when everyone tells…
- 144 | Can I Beat Anxiety?
Anxiety is a common struggle for Christians, but it should not define them; Christ offers peace and freedom from it. This video explores how Christians can overcome anxiety by shifting their focus from self-reliance and worry to prayer, su…
- 143 | How do I Know it's God's Will
In this episode Phylicia explores the concept of discerning God's will. She emphasizes the importance of renewing one's mind through Scripture to avoid conforming to worldly values. You will also be encouraged to to trust in the Lord and r…
- 142 | Am I Really Saved
This weeks episode is for YOU if you don't have confidence in your salvation because you can't remember a specific date when you "prayed the sinners prayer." Or maybe you feel like your testimony just doesn't measure up because you believe…
- 142 | Does Quiet Time Matter?
This video explores the concept and importance of a "quiet time" for Christians, debunking the idea that it requires fancy materials and focusing on the importance of consistent Bible study and prayer for intimacy with God. Referenced in t…
- 141 | Is Spiritual Warfare Real?
Phylicia explains that spiritual warfare is real but why it's important to not be afraid of the forces of evil. Instead she outlines how to be properly prepared and reminds us that God is greater than any demonic forces, and Jesus' victory…
- 140 | Sharing Your Faith
Phylicia explores the concept of being a light to the world as a Christian, emphasizing the importance of sharing one’s unique story of faith. She also addresses common fears and motivations that hinder us from sharing the gospel with thos…
- 139 | How to Hear God's Voice
How do you know if you are hearing God's voice, your own internal thoughts, or the truth twisting advice of the enemy? Phylicia answers this question and encourages you to pray the truth to God, reject untrue thoughts, and trust in the Hol…
- 138 | Can I Be Free From Legalism?
In this episode Phylicia Masonheimer discusses the concept of legalism in Christianity and how it differs from living a spirit-led life. She emphasizes that salvation is by grace through faith, not by works, and that the Christian life sho…
- 137 | How Does God Speak to Us?
Phylicia Masonheimer discusses how to hear God’s voice through Scripture, prayer, and the Holy Spirit, emphasizing the importance of grounding oneself in God’s word. Referenced in this episode: ⦿ How to Hear God's Voice: https://phyliciama…