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 2×2 sect. In this interview Gel shares what the 2x2s are, what her experience was like growing up in the group, why she left and how she has healed since then. This interview is included in our new Freedom from Legalism course which launches today, March 28th! Through March 31st, the Freedom from Legalism course is $45 (one-time, lifetime access) and will go up to $60 after the launch. Former 2×2 members.
How Believable Ideas Lead to Dangerous Beliefs | Unmasking Marcionism
Should Christians Boycott Secular Companies
Feb 20, 2024
In this episode Phylicia discusses whether Christians should boycott Target or other secular companies when their values differ from the Christian worldview. We look at a history of pagan marketplaces and 1 Corinthians 8 to answer the question!
Does God Give Consequences to His Childern?
Feb 19, 2024
After receiving multiple questions about consequences in parenting (and asking them herself) Phylicia dove into Scripture to see what it said about consequences, condemnation and punishment. Are they the same? Different? If different, how?
How to Take a Shallow Bible Study Deeper
Feb 18, 2024
In this episode Phylicia shares some practical ways you can take a “social hour” bible study session to something with real meat.
How Do I Know I’m Truly Saved?
Feb 17, 2024
In this episode Phylicia looks at the three primary doctrinal stances on assurance of salvation, the primary texts regarding our eternal security, and then walks listeners through HOW to walk in true confidence that you are saved rather than doubt and chaos.
10 Way to Integrate Prayer into Your Day
Feb 16, 2024
Struggle with prayer?
This episode is for you! Phylicia shares ten practical ways we can integrate prayer into our daily lives. She also discusses the need to pray specifically and why prayer is not a formula to move God’s hand.
How To Not Be a Christian Bully
Feb 14, 2024
Phylicia discusses why Christians who are into theology can become so “mean” by looking at the call to both sound teaching and gracious delivery. We look at the three tiers of doctrine, the goal of maturity, and how to understand denominational differences
BONUS | A Conversation About the Holy Spirit with Matt Jacobson
Feb 12, 2024
This bonus episode may sound a little different because it is a conversation that Phylicia had with Matthew Jacobson live on Instagram.
Does The Bible Condemn Tattoos?
Feb 11, 2024
In this episode Phylicia discusses Leviticus 19:28 and how to interpret tough passages in Leviticus in light of today’s culture. You can watch the video breakdown of this topic on her Instagram highlight, Leviticus, and grab the book Every Woman a Theologian on Christianbook, Amazon, or Target!
BONUS | Every Woman a Theologian Preview | Chapter 2
Feb 10, 2024
Get your copy of Every Woman a Theologian today! Listen Now Transcription Hi friends. You might be surprised to see an episode coming through that's not on a regular schedule of a Wednesday release. That's because we have the privilege of sharing...
BONUS | Every Woman a Theologian Preview | Chapter 6
Feb 9, 2024
Every Woman a Theologian has launched! Order your copy here! Listen Now Transcription Hi friends. You might be surprised to see an episode coming through that's not on a regular schedule of a Wednesday release. That's because we have the privilege of...
End Times Hope V. Fear of End Fear
Feb 8, 2024
Many Christians suffer intense fear and anxiety over the end times. But Revelation is a book of hope and victory – so where does this come from? In this episode we talk about persecution, God’s wrath, and why God’s loving justice and call to endurance should encourage all of us to view the end times with hope.
Why Bother With The Church
Feb 6, 2024
What did Jesus intend when He founded the church? Is American Christianity “it”?
In this episode Phylicia breaks down chapter seven of Every Woman a Theologian and how the church in Acts functioned – and how that translates to today. We also touch on the need for both reformation and revival and how our relationships with other Christians are a pivotal part of our witness.
The Holy Spirit For Dummies
Feb 5, 2024
Our listeners aren’t dummies – but sometimes we need a super simple, practical, manual for understanding theological things! That’s what today’s episode is about: Pneumatology, or the theology of the Holy Spirit, and how He impacts our daily life.
Is God Choosing Who Will Be Saved?
Feb 4, 2024
In this episode Phylicia discusses soteriology – the perspectives on salvation within Christianity. We talk about what it means to be “justified”, why changed identity is central to salvation, and the four major viewpoints about being saved.
Is God choosing who is saved, or can we respond to God?
We’ll learn a little about both sides and also discuss the origin and importance of denominations.
Did Jesus Really Claim to be God?
Feb 3, 2024
In this episode of the systematic theology mini-series, Phylicia looks at christology. Why does it matter that Jesus is human AND divine? Did He exist before He came to earth, and if so why? Did Jesus make a claim to be God or was that made up by His disciples? All these and more answered in this episode of the Every Woman a Theologian launch series!
The Mean Old Testament God
Feb 2, 2024
In the second episode of this mini-series on systematic theology, Phylicia digs into the “mean” Old Testament God and why we need a biblical view of *both* God’s love and holiness to understand salvation through Christ. We talk about God’s wrath, the redefining of love, and how God’s holiness in the OT is what makes Him trustworthy today.
Did God Set Humans Up to Fail?
Feb 1, 2024
In this episode based on chapter 3 of Every Woman a Theologian, we look at cosmology, anthropology and hamartiology: theologies of the universe, humanity and sin. You’ll learn about the actual nature of the serpent in the Garden, why humanity had to be free to sin, what would happen if God did not permit evil, and how this impacts your daily life!
How Do I Know I’m Interpeting The Bible Correctly?
Jan 31, 2024
In this first episode of a mini-series on systematic theology, Phylicia discusses why we need theology, what to do if you think it’s “boring”, and how NOT checking our theology impacts our lives. Then we begin a deep dive into a reader question about biblical interpretation and theology of the Bible.
How to Read the Whole Bible in a Year
Jan 30, 2024
In this special episode we’re sharing a brand NEW opportunity to read the entire bible chronologically! You’ll join Phylicia and the Every Woman a Theologian community to read through the whole Bible in the new year.
How To Succeed at a Bible Reading Plan
Jan 29, 2024
Ever started a Bible reading plan only to give up in Leviticus? We’ve all done it! In this episode you’ll learn why consistent exposure to the Word of God is so important and get a look at five reading plan options to help you do this. Phylicia also discusses the often overlooked hack of using your learning style – auditory, visual or kinesthetic – to help you engage with the Word.
How Can God Satisfy My Heart?
Jan 28, 2024
Can God truly satisfy? In this episode Phylicia talks about envy, discontent, and why the desire for satisfaction transcends our life stage. You’ll learn why the affection of God frees us to live as satisfied people even when our circumstances haven’t changed.
Discerning Christmas
Jan 26, 2024
Is Christmas a pagan holiday? What about Christmas trees, Santa Claus, and the advent of… Advent? Get answers to all these questions in this episode, which is an excerpt from the new holiday guide, Seasonal Celebrations.
What is Biblical Repentance?
Jan 26, 2024
In this episode we look at Scripture’s definition of repentance and Berkhof’s threefold approach of intellect, emotions and will in the repentance process.
Phylicia’s Advent Recommendations
Jan 25, 2024
In this episode Phylicia shares five Advent devotionals and a few Advent and Christmas picture books just in time for your Black Friday shopping spree!