Outside of Sunday

Christa
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NZ-based Christian women's podcast. Genuine conversations, inspiring testimonies, and biblical encouragement to live our faith in and outside of Sunday.

  1. 1d ago

    Episode 229 - From Burnout to Building Family First: Bob McCoskrie, Part 1

    This week we're joined by Bob McCoskrie from Family First New Zealand. But before the public debates, the advocacy work and 20 years of Family First, there was a young man with a heart for ministry, a love of radio and a passion for reaching people with the truth. Bob takes us back to life before Family First, sharing his Christian testimony, his years working with young people, and how burnout and a growing awareness of the need for a voice for families began to shape his journey. We chat about the temptation to compromise our Christian convictions, recognising when seasons come to an end, and how Family First came to be. We also get into why putting family first matters, whether Christianity is under attack in New Zealand, and the personal impact of the many battles, hits and losses Bob has experienced along the way. It's an honest and encouraging conversation about faith, standing firm in your convictions and seeking the Lord's direction through every season. Thank you for watching - I hope this episode blesses you! Part 2 out 13 October. Click here to watch this episode on YouTube.  0:00 - Coming Up 1:10 - Welcome & Introducing Bob McCoskrie from Family First NZ 3:17 - Bob's Life Before Family First 5:04 - Recognising the Need for a Voice for Families & Experiencing Burnout 6:17 - Bob’s First Love: Radio and Broadcasting 10:26 - Bob’s Christian Testimony & Journey of Faith 15:40 - A “Boring” vs “Messy” Christian Testimony 18:10 - The Temptation to Compromise Your Christian Values 23:10 - Recognising When a Season Has Come to an End 26:12 - How Family First New Zealand Began 29:30 - Why Does Putting Family First Matter? 32:38 - Is Christianity Under Attack in New Zealand? 35:35 - The Impact of Family First’s Battles on Bob Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    Episode 229 - From Burnout to Building Family First: Bob McCoskrie, Part 1

  2. 6d ago

    Episode 228 - Insights on Social Media, Screens & Patriotism

    In this Insights episode, we’re starting with a look at what’s going on in the online Christian space and chatting about our new favourite show! Then we’re getting into our reflections on Part 2 of our chat with Nathan Seulei from Pillar NZ, looking at social media, screens, parenting and patriotism - and what all of these things can look like through a Christian lens. We unpack the conversation around the social media ban for under-16s, the impact of screens on children and family life, and our own experiences of trying to create a healthier relationship with technology. We also talk about what it means to love New Zealand and be patriotic as a Christian, while remembering that our ultimate allegiance is to God. Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. 0:00 – Coming Up | Social Media, Screens & Patriotism 0:30 – Welcome | Outside of Sunday Insights 1:07 – Listen to Part 2 with Nathan Seulei from Pillar NZ 1:35 – Join Us for the 2026 Outside of Sunday Retreat 2:12 – Katie Taylor Enters the Ring to “All Hail King Jesus” 5:43 – Our New Favourite Show | What We’re Watching 11:41 – Reflecting on Part 2 with Nathan Seulei | Finding Hope 12:35 – Supporting Your Spouse & Having a Godly Marriage 16:10 – Under-16s Social Media Ban | What Do We Think? 19:10 – Screens, Phones & Children | Our Thoughts on Screen Time 21:10 – Reduced Screen Time in Schools | New Zealand Policy 29:05 – Patriotism & Loving New Zealand as a Christian 29:31 – Should Christians Be Patriotic? | Faith & Patriotism 33:52 – Final Thoughts & Encouragement | It Starts With Us Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    Episode 228 - Insights on Social Media, Screens & Patriotism

  3. Sep 28

    Episode 227 - New Zealand Politics, Faith & Freedom: Nathan Seiuli, Part 2

    Hey Outsiders! We're back with Part 2 of our conversation with Nathan Seiuli from Pillar NZ. If you haven't already listened to part 1 - click here! We’re diving deeper into New Zealand politics, faith and freedom - from the role of the media and the proposed under-16 social media ban, to Pillar’s advocacy work and its views on abortion and euthanasia. Nathan also shares why Christians shouldn’t put all their hope in politics or a Christian government, how we can stay engaged without becoming consumed by politics, and how Nathan lives his faith outside of Sunday. Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. 0:00 – Coming Up | Nathan Seuili & Pillar NZ 1:05 – Media Consumption & Why the 4th Estate Matters 4:10 – What Is New Zealand’s Under-16 Social Media Ban? 13:31 – Why Do We Get So Excited About New Ideas? 16:35 – Nathan Seuili on Tall Poppy Syndrome in New Zealand 19:22 – What Does Pillar NZ’s Advocacy Work Look Like? 23:05 – Is Pillar NZ a Christian Organisation? 25:44 – Can Christians Thrive Without a Christian Government? 28:27 – Pillar NZ on Abortion, Euthanasia & the Value of Life 30:31 – Nathan Seuili & Pillar NZ’s Relationship with Family First 32:40 – Coming to Auckland & Counting the Cost 36:09 – Politically Engaged vs Politically Consumed 39:19 – What Could NZ look like in 10 Years? 42:53 – How Does Nathan Seuili Live His Faith Outside of Sunday? Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    Episode 227 - New Zealand Politics, Faith & Freedom: Nathan Seiuli, Part 2

  4. Sep 23

    Episode 226 - Insights on Speaking Truth to Power

    Click here to register for the Outsider Retreat, or here to register for the Saturday only.  In this Insights episode, Laura and I unpack some of the key themes from part 1 of Nathan Seiuli’s interview, including speaking truth to power, the responsibility that comes with influence, and what it looks like to engage with politics without letting it consume us. We chat about how power can often corrupt, why people in positions of influence need others who are willing to remind them of the truth, and the importance of speaking God’s truth in love. We also talk about our own responsibility as Christians, including how we respond to the things we can’t control and how our vote can be one way we communicate what we value. 💛 Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. 0:00 - Coming up 0:40 – Welcome & Intro 1:57 – Laura Reacts to a Viral Christian Clip 4:22 – Recap of Part 1 with Nathan 5:12 – Being a High School Dropout 8:19 – Not Living for Politics 8:47 – God Using People in Unique Ways 11:11 – Our Struggles with Speaking 13:19 – We All Have Individual Gifts 15:15 – From Christian Ministry to Supporting Democracy 16:36 – A Kiwi, Not American, Flavour of Politics 17:33 – Nathan Inspired to Speak Up “For Such a Time as This” 18:38 – The Power of a Conversation & 30 Seconds of Bravery 21:38 – Pillar Bridging a Gap 23:24 – What Does “Speaking Truth to Power” Mean? 25:19 – Where Did “Speaking Truth to Power” Come From? 28:49 – We Can Also Speak Truth to Power — In Love 30:05 – Personal Responsibility 36:41 – Finishing Well Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    Episode 226 - Insights on Speaking Truth to Power

  5. Sep 21

    Episode 225 - Ministry Prepared Me for Politics: Nathan Seiuli, Part 1

    What happens when God takes you somewhere you never expected to go? In Part 1 of our conversation with Nathan Seiuli from Pillar NZ, we hear the story behind how Nathan went from working in church ministry, to the Free Speech Union, and eventually to founding Pillar NZ. Nathan shares about his Christian background, the unexpected doors that opened for him in political spaces and the media, and why he believes Christians can have a meaningful voice in places of influence. We chat about faith, politics, civil liberties, speaking truth, the importance of living with integrity and faithfulness, and what it means to trust God with the opportunities He puts in front of us. And perhaps one of the biggest challenges Nathan shares is this: it's not just about doing well now...  it's about finishing well. There's plenty more to unpack so make sure you're back for Part 2 on Tuesday!  Click here to watch this episode on YouTube.  0:59 – Welcome | Outside of Sunday Podcast 01:39 – Who Is Nathan Seuili & What Is Pillar NZ? | Civil Liberties & Freedom 02:44 – From Church Ministry to Pillar NZ | Nathan’s Ministry Journey 08:49 – Nathan Seuili’s Christian Background & Faith Journey 12:55 – From Free Speech Union to Founding Pillar NZ  15:23 – Why Politics? Why Should Christians Engage in the Public Square? 18:19 – Speaking Truth to Politicians | Faith, Influence & Christian Convictions 26:14 – The Grace of God & Learning to Finish Well 28:17 – Pillar NZ’s Goals | Civil Liberties, Democracy & the Next Generation 30:35 – Is Pillar NZ a New Zealand Take on American Politics? 33:53 – The Treaty of Waitangi, Democracy & New Zealand’s History 35:54 – Engaging With the New Zealand Media | Why the Fourth Estate Matters Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    Episode 225 - Ministry Prepared Me for Politics: Nathan Seiuli, Part 1

  6. Sep 16

    Episode 224 - Insights on Hospitality & Trusting God When Life Hurts

    In this Insights episode, Laura and I unpack some of the big themes from Emma Robinson’s interview - from hospitality and opening our homes to others, to the much harder questions we wrestle with when life doesn’t go the way we hoped. Laura talks about spending time in the Word and shares about her miscarriage. We also discuss infertility, grief and the question “What happens to babies who die in the womb?”, as well as what it looks like to trust God when we don’t understand why something has happened. We chat about finding peace in the middle of pain, caring well for friends who are grieving, and remembering that our purpose isn’t dependent on whether we become a Mum, a wife, or achieve the plans we had for our lives. It’s a deep one, but we hope it points you back to the goodness, nearness and faithfulness of God. 💛 Click here to watch this episode on YouTube.  0:00 – Coming Up 0:40 – Welcome & Recap 2:23 – Laura’s Initial Thoughts 2:43 – Troll Comments 4:52 – The July Bible Challenge & Prioritising Time in the Word 12:19 – Hospitality & Opening Our Homes 20:00 – Christa’s Highlights from the Episode 22:07 – Is There a Reason for Suffering? & How God Brings Good from Suffering 24:22 – Purpose & What We Believe About God 28:48 – Laura Shares About Losing Her Twin Babies in the Womb 31:05 – Have You Ever Experienced God’s Perfect Peace? 34:33 – What NOT to Say to Someone Who Has Miscarried 37:00 – You Are Still a Mum, Even If You’ve Never Birthed a Living Baby 38:00 – Are Miscarried Babies Growing Up in Heaven? 47:10 – Closing Comments from Christa Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    Episode 224 - Insights on Hospitality & Trusting God When Life Hurts

  7. Sep 14

    Episode 223 - Bold Prayers & Being a Woman in Ministry: Emma Robinson, Part 2

    In Part 2 of my conversation with Emma Robinson, we’re getting into some of the harder and more faith-stretching parts of her story - learning to pray bold prayers while still trusting God with the outcome, navigating seasons of waiting, and finding purpose even when life doesn’t look the way you hoped it would. We also talk about the words that can hurt when you’re walking through infertility, and why sometimes simply showing up, listening and acknowledging someone’s loss can mean so much. We also dive into Emma’s calling to speak and preach, what it has looked like navigating ministry as a woman when others don’t share the same convictions - people have even walked out while she was speaking. Through all of it, Emma’s heart is to follow God’s call, use the gifts He’s given her and point people back to Jesus. I loved this conversation and I hope it encourages you today! Click here to watch this episode on YouTube and click here to listen to part 1. 00:00 – Part 2: Welcome back & Emma’s journey continues 02:00 – Finding peace in the middle of unanswered prayer 05:00 – Learning to pray bold prayers 08:00 – Trusting God while still hoping for a child 11:00 – The comments that can hurt during infertility 14:00 – Showing up, listening & remembering the loss 17:00 – IVF, waiting & not putting life on hold 21:00 – Finding purpose beyond the dream you’re waiting for 25:00 – Emma’s calling to speak & preach 29:00 – Being a woman in ministry when others disagree 34:00 – “I’ve had people walk out” — navigating opposition 37:00 – Using your gifts for God’s glory 40:00 – Jesus Time & learning to hear God through His Word 42:00 – How Emma lives her faith outside of Sunday Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    Episode 223 - Bold Prayers & Being a Woman in Ministry: Emma Robinson, Part 2

  8. Sep 9

    Episode 222 - Thinking Matters Conference Wrap-Up

    In this episode, Laura and I are taking you behind the scenes of the Thinking Matters No Rivals conference in Auckland! We chat about some of our highlights from the weekend - from meeting the next generation of Christian thinkers to hearing from speakers like Annaliese and Nic Blackie, Dave Mann, Dr Luke Barnes and Abdu Murray, and recording some really great conversations along the way. More than anything, we left the weekend so encouraged by what God is doing in the Christian space here in New Zealand. We talk about the importance of knowing why we believe what we believe, equipping the next generation, reaching people rather than rejecting them, and being willing to engage our nation with the gospel. We hope this episode leaves you encouraged and looking forward to the episode to come - we can't wait to share them with you!! Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. 0:00 – Why we’re doing things differently this week 1:05 – Behind the scenes & Thinking Matters highlights 3:35 – Equipping the next generation 5:15 – Reaching the Muslim community with the gospel 8:55 – Encouragement from Outside of Sunday listeners 10:45 – Why Christian camps matter 13:15 – The value of human life, abortion & the hope of Christ 18:15 – Dave Mann, Hope Project & why NZ needs the gospel 22:20 – From Christian nation to post-Christian NZ? 24:20 – Why apologetics matter 27:50 – The case for a Creator: science, reason & God 31:35 – Abdu Murray’s journey to faith 34:00 – The moments that made me cry 35:15 – Why we can be encouraged by what God is doing 37:00 – Why Thinking Matters matters & final encouragement Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    Episode 222 - Thinking Matters Conference Wrap-Up
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NZ-based Christian women's podcast. Genuine conversations, inspiring testimonies, and biblical encouragement to live our faith in and outside of Sunday.

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  • Creator
    Christa
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    226
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Outside of Sunday
  • Show Website
    Outside of Sunday

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