Verity by Phylicia Masonheimer

For the best experience, visit our YouTube Channel! For those who followed me when I was on social media regularly, you know that I love a good thrift store! There is a special kind of joy in thrifting that can't be replicated online. You walk into the store not knowing what you'll find, and every shelf holds possibility. There's something especially satisfying about finding a beautiful theology b...

We've spent three months talking about prayer, and this final episode is where all of it comes to life. A few months ago, Jesse, our social media coordinator at Every Woman a Theologian, reached out to our community and asked them to share how God has been moving in their prayer lives. What came back left me emotional. Story after story of a personal, specific, loving God who hears and answers pra...

Dr. Rachel Rauch and Phylicia Masonheimer will talk about the relationship between anxiety and prayer: how to navigate the tension of physical and spiritual causes for anxiety, and how women can find peace with God. Rachel Rauch, board certified as a traditional Doctor of Naturopathy and founder of Eiro Wellness, is a Christ-follower who recognizes that restoring health involves more than addressi...

Olivia Gerber is a sunset-chasing, Jesus-loving adventurer based in Northern Indiana. She finds pleasure in perfectly ripe avocados, plane tickets, and lavender lattes, but her deepest joy is found at the feet of her Savior and she longs to spread His hope in the world. Her health challenges have given her a tender heart toward those facing chronic pain, and she loves bringing hope to this under-s...

I'm thrilled to introduce you to my friend Jodie Berndt as we wrap up the prayer series with three special interviews. I've known Jodie for eight years, and her books have been such a blessing in my life—especially "Praying the Scriptures for Your Children," which I've read three times. Jodie has written over a dozen books on praying scripture for your children, teens, adult children, marriage, an...

You've been submitting prayer questions throughout this series, and I'm answering them in this Q&A episode! From liturgical prayers to praying when you don't see results, from women praying in church to dealing with wandering thoughts, we're covering the questions you've asked on Instagram and via email. If you've been following along with this prayer series, thank you. I hope these episodes h...

He is risen.   In this final episode of our Holy Week series, I walk through the resurrection account in Matthew 28, the history behind Easter traditions, and what it means to actually live in the power of the resurrection — not just know it as a fact. We close with a beautiful Easter poem by George Herbert. Download the free Holy Week devotional Follow along daily through Easter!

Holy Saturday is the quiet day — the day between the cross and the empty tomb.  In this episode, I walk through what we know about this often-overlooked day, including the intriguing phrase from the Apostles' Creed about Jesus descending to the grave. The theme for today: prepare your heart, because Sunday is coming.   Download the free Holy Week devotional Follow along daily through Eas...

Good Friday is the most sobering day of Holy Week — and the most important.  In this episode, I walk through the crucifixion, the tearing of the temple veil, and what it all means for us today. Jesus didn't save himself because he was saving you.   Download the free Holy Week devotional Follow along daily through Easter!

Most people have heard of the Last Supper — but do you know why it's called Maundy Thursday?  In this episode, I walk through the foot washing, the new commandment Jesus gave his disciples, and how the Last Supper fulfilled the Passover. The theme for today: watch and pray.   Download the free Holy Week devotional   Follow along daily through Easter!

Most people have never heard of Spy Wednesday — but it's one of the most sobering days of Holy Week.  This is the day Judas began plotting to betray Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. In this episode, I walk through what happened, how it fulfilled prophecy written hundreds of years earlier, and why even the darkest betrayal couldn't stop God's redemption.   Download the free Holy Week de...

On Holy Tuesday, Jesus went face to face with the religious leaders — and what happened next has been called "the great unmasking."  In this episode, I walk through Jesus' confrontation with the Pharisees, what it reveals about hypocrisy, and why Holy Tuesday is the perfect day to ask: am I genuinely following Jesus, or just going through the motions?   Download the free Holy Week devoti...

Most of us know Palm Sunday, Good Friday, and Easter — but what about the days in between? Holy Monday is the day Jesus cleansed the temple, and it carries a theme I think we all need: cleanse your heart. In this episode, I walk through what happened, why it matters, and what it looks like to let Jesus do that same work in us today.   Download the free Holy Week devotional     Follo...

Palm Sunday is one of my favorite days in the Christian calendar — and it marks the beginning of something bigger than the crowds even realized. In this first episode of our Holy Week series, I walk through the triumphal entry of Jesus, the history of Palm Sunday in the church, and why the crowd's cry of "Hosanna" carried more weight than they knew. Download the free Holy Week devotional Follow al...

Holy Week is coming — and Verity Podcast doing a mini-series in honor of it!  From Palm Sunday to Easter, we're releasing seven mini episodes to walk you through every day of Holy Week. Each one pairs with our free Holy Week devotional, available at phyliciamasonheimer.com under Free Resources. Follow along with the QR code inside the devotional to watch each video as it releases — perfect fo...

Growing up in a Pentecostal church, I have witnessed people speaking in tongues many times. But what is praying in tongues, and is it for Christians today? If you've ever wondered what the Bible actually teaches about this spiritual gift, whether the ability to speak in tongues is proof of salvation, or why some churches emphasize it and others don't, this episode is for you. In this episode, we s...

Are written prayers biblical or just empty tradition? If you've ever felt like praying someone else's words isn't "sincere" or questioned whether liturgical prayers belong in the Christian life, this episode will challenge your assumptions and open up a rich tradition of faith. Did Jesus forbid scripted prayers in Matthew 6:6–7? Many Christians assume prayer must always be spontaneous. But through...

Why does prayer feel boring sometimes? If you've ever struggled to stay focused during prayer, felt distracted, or wondered why some Christians seem so enriched by prayer while you feel disconnected, this episode will bring clarity and hope.  Phylicia explores four key reasons why prayer can feel boring—and what to do about it: spiritual warfare (the enemy doesn't want you praying), overstimu...

Does God hear everyone’s prayers? In this episode, we explore what Scripture really teaches about righteousness, salvation, and effective prayer, unpacking what it means to be “righteous” not by works, but by faith in Christ (Philippians 3:9). Phylicia addresses hard questions like: Does God hear unrighteous or prideful prayers? What about the prayers of unbelievers? And do more prayers really equ...

Can Satan hear your prayers? Can he block or manipulate what you ask God to do? In this episode, we answer one of the most searched questions about spiritual warfare and prayer: Is Satan omniscient—and does he have power over your prayer life? If you’ve ever felt anxiety about praying out loud or wondered whether the enemy can sidetrack your prayers, this biblical teaching will bring clarity and c...

Why do some of our prayers seem to go unanswered—temporarily, long-term, or forever? How do we keep praying when answers are delayed or don't look the way we hoped?  In this episode, we tackle one of the hardest questions in the Christian life: understanding God's responses to prayer when they don't match our expectations.   In this episode, we examine:  ✓ What does "ask anything an...

How do you pray God's will—without trying to control the outcome?  In this episode, we break down what Scripture actually teaches about the will of God and how to pray in alignment with His truth and character. Learn the difference between bold, biblical prayer and self-centered or "manifesting" language, and discover how God's will is revealed through His Word—not guesswork.   If you're...

Is deliverance prayer biblical? What makes it healthy versus unhealthy? In this episode, we explore what Scripture says about spiritual warfare, freedom from sin, and deliverance ministry.   In this episode, we examine: ✓ What is deliverance prayer? ✓ Biblical foundations for spiritual warfare ✓ The difference between healthy and unhealthy deliverance practices ✓ Warning signs of manipulative...

Can we ask saints in heaven to pray for us? This is one of the most requested questions about prayer, and today we're exploring both Catholic and Protestant perspectives with respect and biblical depth.   In this episode, we examine:  ✓ What does "saint" really mean?  ✓ Revelation 5 & 8: Do the saints intercede?  ✓ The Catholic perspective on intercession of the saints&nbsp...

After a meaningful year of reflection, we're relaunching Verity Podcast with an entire quarter dedicated to PRAYER! 🙏  Join us January 22nd as we explore prayer's essential role in the life of a believer—answering your questions and mine with biblical depth and practical wisdom.   📅 FIRST EPISODE: January 22, 2026  📌 NEW EPISODES: Weekly   UPCOMING TOPICS IN THIS QUARTER: ✓...