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.
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Basic Theology
Why We Need to Pray (And How to Do It)
In this episode, we look at what Scripture says about prayer, why it is essential to Christian life, and how to begin cultivating a persevering practice of prayer.
How to Walk by the Spirit
​​Galatians 5 tells us to walk by the Spirit – but what does that look like practically? And why do we need to do it? This episode is a quick dive into pneumatology and why the Christian life is absolutely dependent on our relationship to the Spirit and His work.
Five Christian Creeds
The early church fought to defend the core doctrines of Christianity, and one of the ways they did this was through the creeds! These statements of faith have been handed down over centuries.
Learn how these creeds impact us and what we can learn from the early church.
How to Hear God’s Voice
In this episode we look at how Scripture describes God’s voice and how to hear Him in prayer. We discuss the Spirit’s role in speaking, how to check a voice against God’s word, and how God’s nearness invites us to listen.
Five Views of Communion
Why do churches practice communion so differently, and how do we understand these differences? Dive into the history of the Eucharist in this high-level overview of the denominational differences surrounding communion.
On legalism, Bible versions and the Will of God
I wrapped up a recent Ask Anything Monday that inspired me to go back to my AMA-styled blogposts. When I do these types of AMAs, I'm trying to do my best to steward a few of the amazing questions that came in on Instagram and Facebook. Sometimes, to continue the fun,...
Does Jeremiah 10 Prohibit Christmas Trees? (And Other Good Questions)
This question comes up a lot at Christmas: Is Jeremiah 10 a prohibition of Christmas trees? Let's look at what it says. Hear what the Lord says to you, people of Israel. This is what the Lord says: “Do not learn the ways of the nations    or be terrified by signs in...
How do you avoid making someone a “project?”
Verity '22 Streaming AccessNow Available Introduction This November we were so excited to bring back the third annual Verity Conference located in Petoskey, Michigan. 250+ women came from all around the United States to join us in person, and over 200 women watched...
Answering Kids’ Theology Questions
Some of my best conversations with my five year old happen when I’m putting her to bed at night. When it’s time to sleep, her mind starts swirling with theological questions and conundrums. She’s a lot like me in that way. Some questions are easy to answer, like “Can...