Outside of Sunday

In this Insights episode of Outside of Sunday, Christa and Laura reflect on several conversations currently shaping the Christian space online. They discuss the recent abortion announcement from Jesse and Ashley Ridgeway, explore John Lennox's appearance on Diary of a CEO, and share reflections from Rebekah Heslop's powerful testimony. Along the way, they discuss friendship as a foundation for marriage, the appeal and dangers of psychics and horror movies, and how spiritual deception often works by mixing truth with lies.

With personal reflections, biblical insight, and thoughtful discussion, this episode encourages listeners to consider what it means to trust Christ in a culture filled with competing voices, while remembering that life, hope, and truth are ultimately found in Him alone.

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0:00 - Coming up
0:50 - Welcome
1:11 - Reflecting on current goings-on in the online Christian space
1:26 - Reacting to Jesse and Ashley Ridgeway's abortion announcement
2:55 - The response online and the eradication of Down syndrome
5:36 - You don't actually know the reality of a suspected condition until the baby is born
6:08 - Jenny Creasy's story
9:27 - We want to be able to trust our doctors
10:24 - Discussing John Lennox on Diary of a CEO
12:43 - The greatest evidence for God is a faithful believer
16:01 - Recap on Part 2 of Rebekah's testimony
17:07 - Being friends first is a great foundation
18:33 - Chantelle's story
21:05 - Our thoughts on psychics and horror movies
24:46 - The devil often tells one true thing in an attempt to deceive
28:48 - The realisation that we can't do life without Christ
31:41 - The parallels between Rebekah and Graham's love story and the gospel
35:20 - Laura's final thoughts
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In Part 2 of my conversation with Rebekah Heslop, we dive into an extraordinary love story that began long before either of them realised where it would lead. Rebekah shares how her husband pursued her for years, the terrifying allergic reaction that nearly took his life, and the final words he spoke before he stopped breathing.
We also explore Rebekah's cancer journey, the loss of her voice, and the remarkable way God met her in that season. Through suffering, healing, and unexpected lessons, Rebekah reflects on identity, true value, and what it means to trust God when life takes an unexpected turn.

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0:00 - Coming up
0:40 - Are psychics legitimate?
2:55 - Incredible love story
5:00 - He died professing his love
10:00 - The beginning of Rebekah's cancer journey
12:08 - Learning she had cancer
17:02 - Losing her voice
21:08 - Regaining her voice miraculously
22:52 - Learning about God in that season
24:34 - God using her voice
25:38 - Rebekah's message to the listeners on true value
27:50 - Does your adoption affect your view of God?
29:19 - How does Rebekah live her faith outside of Sunday?
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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
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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.
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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
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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.

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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?
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Outside of Sunday is part of the Outsider Network and is made with the help of Inspirational Media.