Verity by Phylicia Masonheimer

Verity by Phylicia Masonheimer

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.
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This week in our Thinking Biblically series, we're talking about another hot topic: the use of AI in Bible study. Whenever there is new technology, especially at this scale and influence, we as Christians are called to be discerning. But how do we determine what to use it for—or not use it for—when it seems Christians at large differ so widely in if, or how, they use it? In this episode we'll talk about: - Why it's important as a Christian to seek discernment about the use of AI - How work, especially creative work, is a partnership with God, and how we image Him when we do our work well - Why it matters to have a strong theology of the Holy Spirit - Every Woman a Theologian's AI policy - What I don't recommend using AI for - What I do recommend using AI for If you've been told that AI is just a morally neutral tool and aren't quite sure how to think about it with a biblical mindset, this episode is for you! * Where to find our AI Policy https://phyliciamasonheimer.substack.com/p/your-ai-sermon-is-showing *…

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180 | Thinking Biblically about AI in Bible Study

This week in our Thinking Biblically series, we're talking about another hot topic: the use of AI in Bible study. Whenever there is new technology, especially at this scale and influence, we as Christians are called to be discerning. But how do we determine what to use it for—or not use it for—when it seems Christians at large differ so widely in if, or how, they use it? In this episode we'll talk about: - Why it's important as a Christian to seek discernment about the use of AI - How work, especially creative work, is a partnership with God, and how we image Him when we do our work well - Why it matters to have a strong theology of the Holy Spirit - Every Woman a Theologian's AI policy - What I don't recommend using AI for - What I do recommend using AI for If you've been told that AI is just a morally neutral tool and aren't quite sure how to think about it with a biblical mindset, this episode is for you! * Where to find our AI Policy https://phyliciamasonheimer.substack.com/p/your-ai-sermon-is-showing *…

01 oct. 2026
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179 | Thinking Biblically About "Finding Your Village"

What is a "village," and how do we cultivate one in our own lives? In this episode, we'll take a look at the traits of a village, reflect on the loneliness epidemic in America, and how the Bible gives us guidance on overcoming that epidemic by providing real instructions for cultivating community. We'll also consider how we often view friendships in a scarcity mindset, but how we can build healthier ones with an abundance mindset. We'll discuss: * Historical traits of a "village" * What's causing the loneliness epidemic and how the Bible guides us to overcome it * Specific Bible verses on cultivating community * Three principles and three red flags to keep in mind when discerning friendships * Practical advice on how to make friends If you've struggled with friendships or feeling like you don't know how to build community, this episode is for you! Loving our Thinking Biblically series? Subscribe to Verity Podcast for a new episode each week: https://apple.co/veritypodcast Join us for Every Woman a Theologian…

24 sep. 2026
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178 | Thinking Biblically About Devotionals

In this episode, Phylicia talks about the practice of using devotional books in the Christian walk. Are they a recent addition to Christian life, or have they been in use longer than we think? She then discusses the criteria she uses to discern whether a devotional book is helpful for her spiritual growth, and completes the episode by sharing a few of her favorites. Loving our Thinking Biblically series? Subscribe to Verity Podcast for a new episode each week: https://apple.co/veritypodcast Join us for Every Woman a Theologian Conference Nov. 6-7. All denominations welcome! https://phyliciamasonheimer.com/conference/ Shop our verse-by-verse studies, books, and family discipleship resources ⦿ Every Woman a Theologian Shop: https://phyliciamasonheimer.com/shop NEW! Believe! A Devotional-Style Bible Study Through the Gospel of John by Seana Scott. https://phyliciamasonheimer.com/product/believe-a-devotional-style-bible-study-through-the-gospel-of-john/ Follow along: Substack:…

17 sep. 2026
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177 | Thinking Biblically About Denominations

In this episode, we look at the 8,000+ Christian denominations and ask whether all that division is evidence of a broken church — or branches growing off one vine. We'll walk through where the major denominations came from, why gathering with a local body isn't optional for a Christian, and how to actually choose a church without waiting for a perfect one. In this episode, we examine: - what the word "church" has meant since the assembly of Israel, and why a cookout with Christian friends isn't it - why John 15's vine and branches is spoken to a gathered community, not to you alone in your living room - the grace evangelicals are cutting themselves off from when church becomes optional - a fast tour of church history: the Jerusalem church, the 1054 schism, the Reformation, and the origins of Lutheran, Anglican, Presbyterian, Methodist, Anabaptist, Congregational, Baptist, Church of Christ, and Pentecostal traditions - the difference between denominations that split over doctrinal orthodoxy, over practice,…

10 sep. 2026
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176 | Thinking Biblically About the Trad Wife Debate

In this episode, we look at the Bible to answer the question both "trad wives" and feminists are attempting to answer: what is the purpose of a woman? We'll see how both ends of the spectrum turn into fundamentalism, and how Scripture points us to a better and more practical understanding. In this episode, we examine: - the way current American culture defines the terms, "trad wife" and "feminist" - historical roles of women in America, going back to the 1700s - how the two viewpoints provoke one another and impact culture - what the primary purpose of a Christian person is according to Scripture - how to consider the purpose God has called you to in your current season If you're looking for clarity amidst the arguments of both sides and wondering what God says about your calling as a woman, this episode is for you. Shop our verse-by-verse studies, books, and family discipleship resources ⦿ Every Woman a Theologian Shop: https://phyliciamasonheimer.com/shop Subscribe to Verity Podcast:…

03 sep. 2026