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. Episode 194 - Insights on Earthly vs Heavenly Adoption

    10h ago

    Episode 194 - Insights on Earthly vs Heavenly Adoption

    In this week's Insights episode, we reflect on Rebekah Heslop's testimony and the powerful biblical picture of adoption that runs throughout Scripture. What does it mean to be adopted into God's family? Is adoption the whole story, or does Jesus offer us something even deeper? Join us as we explore being born again, the significance of baptism and communion, and the incredible privilege of becoming children of God through Christ. 0:00 - Coming up 0:41 - Welcome 1:07 - Christa shares about her Bible study girls' weekend away 1:57 - Injury from a competitive game 3:00 - Recap on Part 1 5:32 - My experience in the 48HR Film Festival 8:42 - Our adoption story as Christians 9:25 - Our adoption is through blood and water 10:25 - We are not just adopted, we are born again 10:46 - The only two traditions from Jesus: Communion and Baptism 12:29 - Comparing fantasy to reality Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    17 min
  2. Episode 193 - Finding My Birth Mother Didn't Fix Everything: Rebekah Heslop, Part 1

    2d ago

    Episode 193 - Finding My Birth Mother Didn't Fix Everything: Rebekah Heslop, Part 1

    In this episode - the first we are releasing from our South Island recording series - I sit down with Rebekah Heslop to hear her story. Rebekah was adopted at just 10 days old, she shared with us the internal feeling of rejection that followed her into adulthood, and into her radical return to Christ. Even though Rebekah always knew she was adopted, loved and cherished by her adopted parents, she shares how she quietly wrestled with feelings of rejection and a deep curiosity about her birth parents. Eventually, she decided to search for them, hoping it might bring some of the answers she had been looking for. But, finding her birth mother didn't fix everything. We talk about the reality of navigating that relationship, the season where she lost her way, searching for answers through a psychic, and how God radically changed her life. Rebekah's story is honest, vulnerable, and such a beautiful reminder that while people can't always give us the answers we're looking for, our identity and healing are ultimately found in Christ. Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. 0:00 - Coming up 0:54 - Welcome and introducing Rebekah Heslop 3:27 - Adopted at 10 days old 7:02 - Understanding adoption but feeling rejected 10:04 - Did knowing you were adopted affect you? 13:00 - Understanding God as a child 15:43 - Curiosity growing around birth parents 17:14 - Losing her way 20:00 - Beginning the search for her birth parents 22:06 - First contact with her birth mother 26:34 - Feeling obligated to maintain the relationship 30:14 - Searching for answers through a psychic 32:50 - Returning to church 34:31 - Radical freedom from alcohol Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    38 min
  3. Episode 192 - South Island Debrief & Can Christians Disagree?

    May 27

    Episode 192 - South Island Debrief & Can Christians Disagree?

    In this Insights episode of Outside of Sunday, Christa and Laura catch up after Christa’s South Island trip - reflecting on answered prayers, unexpected moments, and some of the stories from the road. They also unpack the conversation sparked by Phylicia Masonheimer’s recent episode on women in ministry, diving into what it looks like to disagree as Christians without losing unity. From secondary issues and theological differences to Spirit, Truth, and learning to love one another well, this episode invites you into an honest, thoughtful, and grace-filled conversation - keeping Jesus at the centre. Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. Click here to listen to Phylicia's episode. 0:00 – Coming Up 0:56 – Welcome + Checking In 2:30 – Laura’s Life Update 3:38 – Christa’s South Island Debrief 5:10 – Praying to See Dolphins 🐬 16:09 – Recap of Phylicia’s Episode 17:21 – Smutty Books for Christians? Yes or No? 26:01 – Laura’s Honest Reaction to the Episode 27:02 – Friendship Despite Theological Differences (RC Sproul & John MacArthur) 29:35 – Can Christians Disagree Without Dividing? 30:14 – Finding Holy Moderation in Spirit & Truth 31:34 – Where Laura & Christa Differ on Women in Ministry 36:35 – Primary vs Secondary Issues 41:51 – Growing in Love for Those We Disagree With 42:44 – Why Unity Is Possible 45:32 – Keeping the Balance of Spirit & Truth 48:49 – What If You’re Still Unsure? Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    54 min
  4. Episode 191 - Why We’ve Been Quiet

    May 18

    Episode 191 - Why We’ve Been Quiet

    In this solo episode of Outside of Sunday, I wanted to sit down and give you a bit of a life and podcast update - including why we’ve moved to one episode a week for a short season. I'm talking about our upcoming South Island recording trip and the heart behind why we’re doing it. I also talk about the verse that has become such an anchor for me as we prepare for this new season of recordings. If I’m honest, preparing for this trip has stretched me more than I expected. So in this episode I'm sharing a bit about the striving I’ve been wrestling with, and the gentle way the Lord has been reminding me that He is a good Father, who loves us well and meets us so kindly, even in our weakness. We also talk about the beauty of the ordinary, learning to receive God’s love in busy seasons, and the reminder that everything we truly need is found in Christ. Plus, a quick update on why the next Insights episode is taking a little longer than planned ❤️ Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. 0:00 – Coming up 0:36 – Welcome & a podcast/life update 2:10 – Our South Island recording trip 2:50 – The heart behind the journey 4:57 – The verse shaping this series 6:03 – The extraordinaryness of the ordinary 6:53 – The struggles of preparing for the South Island trip 9:22 – The Lord meeting me in my striving 11:53 – He leads us gently: learning to receive His love 15:01 – All we need is found in Christ 15:47 – A quick update on the next Insights episode Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    18 min
  5. Episode 190 - Woman in Ministry and Biblical Balance: Phylicia Masonheimer

    May 11

    Episode 190 - Woman in Ministry and Biblical Balance: Phylicia Masonheimer

    In this episode of Outside of Sunday, we sit down with Phylicia Masonheimer, founder of Every Woman a Theologian, for an honest and thought-provoking conversation about faith and what it means to be a woman passionate about ministry. Phylicia shares her powerful testimony - from growing up in a Christian home to walking through a hidden addiction at a young age, and ultimately finding true freedom in Christ. From there, the conversation opens up into the bigger questions many Christian women wrestle with: What is my role? Where do I fit? And how do I follow Scripture faithfully without losing the heart God has given me? We unpack the tension many women feel around ministry, what the Bible actually says, where confusion can creep in, and why theology isn’t just for a select few. We also explore the balance of Spirit and Truth, the beauty of God’s design for men and women, and why women aren’t “less than” - but uniquely called. Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. 0:00 – Coming up 0:39 – Welcome and intro 1:51 – About Phylicia & Every Woman a Theologian 2:51 – Phylicia’s testimony 5:08 – Appreciating her Christian upbringing 6:10 – Struggle with addiction exposed at 12 8:24 – Finding freedom in Christ 10:14 – Views on women in ministry growing up 11:14 – Letting Scripture shape her understanding 14:20 – Christa’s personal struggle with calling 15:25 – Is 2 John a woman leading a church? 22:15 – Not fitting neatly on either side 23:43 – Where women can confidently minister 24:17 – God’s design for men and women 26:31 – Women are not lesser 27:00 – The heart behind Every Woman a Theologian 28:43 – Balancing Spirit and Truth 33:22 – Marriage dynamics in ministry 37:15 – How to get involved 38:11 – How Phylicia 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.

    40 min
  6. Episode 189 - Insights on Helping vs Nagging in Marriage

    May 4

    Episode 189 - Insights on Helping vs Nagging in Marriage

    In this Insights episode, Christa and Laura unpack a topic many wives wrestle with - the difference between helping and nagging. With honesty and biblical insight, they talk through communication in marriage, checking our motives, and learning how to approach our husbands with wisdom and grace. Along the way, they reflect on the freedom we have in Christ, the beauty of God’s design for marriage, and the importance of going back to Scripture for guidance - even in the hard or messy moments. A real, practical, and hope-filled conversation for anyone wanting to honour God in their marriage. Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. 0:00 - Coming up 0:35 - Welcome 1:44 - Spilling milk on my computer 6:00 - Laura’s report on the EV ‘Refresh’ Women’s Conference 7:40 - Having a ‘past’ is not a stigma when you are in Christ 9:58 - There is no cancel culture in Christ 11:40 - Fighting for marriage biblically 14:25 - Going to the Word of God for guidance 15:00 - No two marriages are the same 16:20 - Laura’s marriage update 17:33 - God made man and woman to complement each other 21:43 - Wanting to be a good wife 23:00 - Am I a helper or a nagger? 24:50 - Example of nagging vs being helpful 25:44 - Asking instead of directing 28:23 - Bible verses about nagging 30:27 - Am I being strategic or manipulative? 33:53 - The best time to have a conversation with your spouse 35:26 - Bible verses that guide us away from nagging 36:23 - We are all accountable for our own actions 39:14 - Christ makes us a beautiful bride 42:37 - The Bible gives protection for abusive situations Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    47 min
  7. Episode 188 - I Made A Covenant: Chantelle Nunez, Part 2

    Apr 29

    Episode 188 - I Made A Covenant: Chantelle Nunez, Part 2

    In part two of Chantelle’s story, the journey continues through heartbreak, hard biblical questions, and the painful reality of a marriage falling apart. At the centre of this episode is a deep conviction Chantelle carried through it all: I made a covenant. She shares what it looked like to cry out to God in despair, seek to honour Christ in an unequally yoked marriage, and wrestle firsthand with what Scripture says when an unbelieving spouse wants to leave. With honesty and wisdom, she offers encouragement for those walking through similar pain, before sharing how God continued writing her story in unexpected ways - including a trip to the USA, a second chance at love, and the redemption she found on the other side of deep suffering. This episode is tender, hope-filled, and grounded in biblical truth and the faithfulness of God. Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. 0:00 - Previously on Chantelle’s Story 1:33 - Crying Out to God in Despair 6:00 - Fighting for a Failing Marriage 7:21 - Being a Godly Wife in a Difficult Marriage 16:48 - When the Unbelieving Spouse Wants to Leave 21:43 - Advice for Those Walking A Similar Road 26:01 - A New Chapter Begins in the USA 27:40 - Meeting Her Future Husband 34:16 - One Final Chance for Reconciliation 35:42 - A Second Marriage and God’s Redemption 37:26 - Chantelle’s Final Encouragement 38:28 - How Chantelle 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.

    41 min
  8. Episode 187 - Insights on Wisdom & Boundaries in Christian Dating

    Apr 27

    Episode 187 - Insights on Wisdom & Boundaries in Christian Dating

    In this Insights episode of Outside of Sunday, Christa and Laura open up a candid conversation about Christian dating - from boundaries to red flags, wedding jitters, and the deeper purpose of marriage itself.  With wisdom, laughter, and a few vulnerable stories along the way, this episode invites you to think more deeply about relationships, purity, expectations, and what it means to pursue marriage with the word of God as our guide. Whether you’re dating, single, married, or helping your kids navigate relationships, this conversation has something for you. Click here to watch this episode on YouTube. 0:00 - Coming up 0:46 - Welcome 1:28 - Late nights and sick kids 5:34 - Laura surprised with Chantelle’s episode 6:45 - The wealth of wisdom with age  7:45- Speaking into others lives 8:09 - Laura in a tricky situation as a young girl 11:02 - The treasure of a Christian heritage 12:46 - The grace of God that is there in the immaturity of our faith 15:09 - “Our hearts are Idol factories” 16:50 - Our experiences Christian dating 17:27 - Are we wanting to be wanted? 19:02 - Boundaries in Dating and Sexual Immorality  21:32 - Purity culture 23:07 - You’re not married until you’re married 24:20 - The biblical “boundary” for pre-marital relationships  28:13 - The goal of marriage and the goal of dating 29:04 - Talk to kids about dating 31:36 - There is grace to cover us 33:59 - Red flags, green flags 37:18 - Don’t just look on the external 39:28 - Wedding jitters 40:25 - You can be married to an unbeliever and have a great marriage 42:01 - Are we expecting perfection in dating and marriage? 44:31 - Marriage is a leap of faith Support the show Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.

    47 min
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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
    191
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Outside of Sunday
  • Show Website
    Outside of Sunday

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