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We’re all being formed by something. The question is: Are the things shaping us making us more like Jesus? In this conversation with Monica Ritchie, author of Fashioned by Faith, we talk about how simple spiritual practices like prayer, fasting, Scripture, rest, and community can deepen our relationship with God. Monica shares practical ways to make these disciplines part of real life, not as another spiritual checklist, but as space for God to transform us. We also talk about social media’s influence, letting go of control, wrestling honestly with God, and learning to trust Him even when we d...

We’re all being formed by something. The question is: Are the things shaping us making us more like Jesus? In this conversation with Monica Ritchie, author of Fashioned by Faith, we talk about how simple spiritual practices like prayer, fasting, Scripture, rest, and community can deepen our relationship with God. Monica shares practical ways to make these disciplines part of real life, not as another spiritual checklist, but as space for God to transform us. We also talk about social media’s influence, letting go of control, wrestling honestly with God, and learning to trust Him even when we d...

The question we all have, but is rarely talked about. On this episode, I am joined by Monica Ritchie to discuss the balance between God's holiness and life's brokenness. As image bearers, He calls us good, yet we still live amongst sin and lots of "bad." Join us as we talk about reacting to trials and hardship as salt and light!

Have you always been a person that has asked big questions? -- particularly in the areas of faith? Well, today's guest Monica Ritchie was obsessed with asking those really big questions from a really young age. That aided in her calling of being a writer, speaker, theologian, and truth teller. Like Monica says, "You can't avoid the discussion of God when you're obsessed with really big questions." In episode 45 host Sondra Doty and Monica Ritchie tackle a few of those big questions. This episode will leave you encouraged to follow and have obedience in the calling that God has on your life. That calling might not be going to seminary school like God spoke to Monica to do; it might just be being faithful with your time and daily devotions with the Lord. #readyourbible! Sometimes in the obedience in what God is asking us to do, we can easily want to turn back. But as a friend encouraged Monica, "You have to march until it makes sense." So, Monica's heart will remain being a truth-seeker and she will keep asking those really big questions, ... while marching along unit it makes sense. Get to Know Guest Monica Ritchie: Monica is a born and raised Minnesotan. Currently pursuing her MA in Christian Thought from Bethel Seminary. Monica encourages others to pursue God with heart, soul and mind through theological study and prayer, believing God works all things together for those who love him. Follow: @itsmonicaritchie Website: https://monica-ritchie.com/ How can you support Word To Your Mothers®? Kindly rate or write a review on your podcast platform or send an email to wordmothers@gmail.com Don't forget to follow subscribe, rate, review and share! WTYM® Merch! https://word-to-your-mothers.creator-spring.com/ Book a Life Doula Consulting Session: https://calendly.com/word-to-your-mothers/life-doula-consulting Book Sondra to Speak at Your Event: http://wordtoyourmothers.com/speaking/

In this episode of The Truly Co Podcast, Monica Ritchie and Lindsay May talk about the importance of understanding God, scripture, and our belief systems. Our belief systems are a vacuum. If we don't fill them with something, our belief systems will be filled for us by the world around us. Therefore, it's essential to be intentional about our theology. Monica unpacks the context of Matthew 6:33, "But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well." (NIV). In this verse, Jesus is speaking in the context of wealth. We are designed to seek God first for all of our needs, including wealth. God desires us to trust in him and go to him first for all of our needs. Wealth can mean a variety of things, including financial, such as mental wealth and health. When we go to God first, spend time with him, and get to know him, we will then have our hearts unified to Christ because we will know his heart for us. We can anchor ourselves in who we know God to be in his character and will. Spending time with God through reflection and prayer is one way we can grow our wisdom and discernment. Monica shares practical insight into the unique ways we can hear God's voice regularly. God made you, and he knows how to speak to you. Hearing God's voice doesn't have to look like what others have experienced. Monica acknowledges that we may often romanticize our time with God that doesn't match the reality of our season. For example, intentional time with God can happen in the car while we're driving, going for a walk, or doing the dishes at the kitchen sink. We can be intentional with God about our thoughts and emotions at any time, in any place. We reflect on how we can step away from the pressure of a "Pinterest-perfect" prayer life and step into the muddiness of raw questions and emotions. God will meet you where you are. Monica's scripture meditation: James 1:2-3, "Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance." (NIV) This scripture is a joyful reminder to wait on the Lord because he wants us to be mature and complete. Therefore, we can wait in joy for the arrival of our goals, dreams, and ambitions. Follow Monica in all that she is doing on <a class="editor-rtfLink" style= "color: #0e101a; background: transparent; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt; ; color: #4a6ee0;" href="https://myktis.co

One of the most popular questions in the Christian faith can be about this idea of "faith and works." The Bible tells us that our faith is dead without works (or action). That can be scary and intimidating. Monica Ritchie, founder of Pineapple Momma and seminary student, is joining us today to talk about this topic, the idea of "legalism", the definition of true faith and so much more. Listen in as she unpacks multiple Scripture passages, defines these terms and makes it so clear! We're saved by grace alone, but we're called to WORK for God. Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pineapple_momma/ Visit Monica's blog: http://pineapplemomma.com CONNECT WITH TARA: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/misstarasun/ Website & Blog: https://www.tarasunministries.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TaraSun/ The free, email family: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f5293472c60490027bc8d16 EXTRAS: Shop Tara’s stickers: https://the-tara-sun-shop.myshopify.com Shop Tara’s favorite Bibles & journals: https://hosannarevival.com/collections/beautiful-bibles?ref=18 Learn about Tara’s Compassion child & get involved: compassion.com/tarasun/ Recommended resources for your life and faith: tarasunministries.com/recommended Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2021 Girl Defined Conference is coming! Join IN PERSON or ONLINE on July 30-31st! To learn more about your identity in Christ and how to shine brightly and bravely, click here: https://www.girldefined.com/conference One of the most popular questions in the Christian faith can be about this idea of "faith and works." The Bible tells us that our faith is dead without works (or action). That can be scary and intimidating. Monica Ritchie, founder of Pineapple Momma and seminary student, is joining us today to talk about this topic, the idea of "legalism", the definition of true faith and so much more. Listen in as she shares and unpacks multiple Scripture passages, defines these terms and makes it so clear! We're saved by grace alone, but we're called to WORK for God.

How do you hold fast to your faith in the middle of difficult seasons, or when taking risks, or as fear creeps in? This week Monica Ritchie joins Caroline to talk all about how she continues to pursue her faith in the midst of motherhood, seminary, and while growing her online influence (@Pineapple_Momma). The episode will inspire you to go for your dreams, love God with all your heart, and welcome the clunkiness of trying new things!

JOIN THE COMMUNITY BY CLICKING THE SUBSCRIBE BUTTON! ABOUT THE EPISODE Monica Ritchie is a writer and blogger at PineappleMomma.com and currently in Seminary studying Christian Thought. Today Monica shares her slow and steady journey to falling in Iove with Jesus. She talks about how God revealed, through motherhood, that where her true identity lies is not in what she does, but in Christ alone. The scripture for this episode is Hebrews 10:23 - "Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who promised is faithful" Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pineapple_momma/ Website: https://www.pineapplemomma.com JOIN US Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/freeandonfire_ Join the private FB Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/freeandonfire/ ABOUT THE SHOW Our intention is for women to draw nearer to Christ, be freed from shame, and on fire for God. The show offers female Christians an authentic view, and vulnerable discussions on uncommon faith-based topics with everyday women on their walk with Jesus, our Father, and Holy Spirit. Email us: hello@carolinamarie.com To learn more about Carolina, visit www.carolinamarie.com