Theologically Fashioned

S2E3: Linguistics and Biblical Exegesis with Biblingo Kevin Grasso Oct 23, 2024

In this episode, we talk to Kevin Grasso, the co-founder and CEO of Biblingo.Grasso holds an M.A. in Applied Linguistics and a PhD in Hebrew Language and Literature. He applies linguistic theory and biblical languages to biblical exegesis; in other words, he uses all this knowledge to help us better understand the Bible.

Here we discuss Exodus 22:23-24, Exodus 3:14, translations, and how you can learn the original biblical langurages for yourself!

Sign up for your free trial of Biblingo today at Biblingo.org, and use code Monica10 to get 10% off of your subscription.

Find Kevin and more Biblingo content in the links below:

IG: @Biblingoapp

Youtube: Biblingo: Learn the Biblical Languages

Disability Theology with Liz Daye Oct 09, 2024

It will always matter how we belong to one another - Liz Daye

Daye, a Hospital Chaplain in training at Dallas Seminary teaches us how to love God and others well through a conversation aroud disability theology.

In this episode we discuss the role of a Hospital Chaplain, what disability theology is, how disability is defined and ultimately how we can be better represtatives of Christ.

Follow Liz on Instagram @Lizadaye

Theology of Women with Dr. Cynthia Hester Sep 25, 2024

Season Two is back with a bang! Listen in as I chat with Dr. Cynthia Hester, the Founder, Director, and Principal of Theology of Women Academy. She walks us through the ever-controversial Gen. 2:18 and what it means to be "helper." We also discuss the implications of being Imago Dei and finally gain clarity on what tends to be a confusing passage of scripture in Ephesians 5.

Dr. Cynthia Hester Website

Theology of Women Academy

Theology of Women Instagram

Ask Anything: Baptism May 15, 2024

In this episode we delve into the deep waters of baptism, exploring it's significance across Christian traditions as well as what method is representative of the New Testament.

Whether you're seeking to simply understand baptism more or are simply intrigued as to why Christians get baptized, this episdode seeks to educate with truth, patience, and grace that helps you to love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.

monicaritchie.com

A Beckoning to Wonder with Jen Weaver May 01, 2024

Jen Weaver is the host of "Good God Talks", a podcast helping you connect with God through uncommon conversations in everyday moments. Her most recent book is "A Beckoning to Wonder: Christian Poetry Exploring God’s Story." This collection of beautifully illustrated poetry helps you to feel God as close and present in the Bible and in your life. Jen serves as a Bible teacher and conference speaker and loves to empower believers to engage in life WITH God. Married to her best friend Jared, she’s a happy boy mom of two growing sons and is most likely to be found with her hair full of dry shampoo and a coffee mug in hand. A Beckoning to Wonder on Amazon https://amzn.to/49Uax7w Website https://thejenweaver.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/thejenweaver "Good God Talks" Podcast on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-god-talks-short-bible-devotional-hear-god-relationship/id1649827448 "Good God Talks" Podcast on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5RUI3Bb3EUkzRQDLBUEC5i?si=25a4cd66c17e4b88

Together for Good: Helping Families in Crisis Apr 10, 2024

According to US Deptartment of Health and Human Services in 2022 there were 391,000 children and youth in foster care. While foster care is needed for a multitude of reasons, a major contributing factor is social isolation of the parent. Studies show reducing social isolation by even just one point reduces the risk of children being neglected or abused by 71%.

From April 10th - April 30th Monica will be collecting donations via venmo to create Support Baskets for Mothers in need around the Twin Cities through the organization Together For Good.

Venmo is @Monica-Ritchie-10

Together For Good

***This donation is NOT tax deductable***

Ask Anything: God's Will Mar 06, 2024

Recording this episode, I wanted to sing, "Try the grey stuff; it's delicious." We might not fully understand this topic in black and white and, with 100% certainty, this side of heaven. Discussing God's will involves free will when addressing salvation and free will as free agents able to thwart God's will and those implications for the atonement of Christ.

This introductory discussion is meant to help you think deeply with God while shifting your heart to a place where it can be sure of God's will regarding Divine Mission.

As always, may this conversation help you love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.

Dulce: How Do I Know if I'm in a Cult? Feb 21, 2024

Join me as we talk to Dulce, a former cult member, about her experience in a modern-day cult. We discuss what constitutes a cult and how spiritual manipulation is often mixed with pieces of truth. Dulce is candid in sharing her story, and she is a passionate advocate for exposing red flags in church environments.

We discuss the following resources in this podcast:

Dulce @TheHonestMessyLife

The American Gospel

Steve Hassan's The Bite Model

Radical Forgiveness with Nicole Miller Feb 07, 2024

Forgiveness isn't always easy, but it is what God calls us to do. In this conversation we talk with Nicole Miller who was a witness as her own Father was murdered by a close family member. She tells us her story of forgiveness and how God led her through. Tune in to hear her amazing testimony of God's goodness and radical forgiveness.

@itsmonicaritchie

monicaritchie.com

Part Two: Healing in Community with Scott Savage Jan 31, 2024

Scott Savage is a pastor, author, and speaker with the best last name ever! As a seasoned Millennial pastor, Scott has served churches in a variety of roles over the past 17 years. He currently leads Cornerstone Church in Prescott, Arizona. His writing has been read by over a million people in places like Our Daily Bread, RELEVANT Magazine, Air1 Radio, and the YouVersion Bible App.

Through his writing and speaking, Scott loves helping people who are navigating difficult situations to find hope and healing. He is married to Danalyn, aka Judge Savage, and they’re raising three brilliant children. You can learn more about Scott at ScottSavageLive.com or follow him on social media (@scottsavagelive).

ScottSavageLive

Resources

How Churches Can Show Up for Abuse Victims

Why God, Why? Finding God Amid Doubt, Burnout, Pain, & The Wilderness

Honesty, Vulnerability, and Serving Others with Scott Savage

The Road of Forgiveness with Scott Savage Jan 24, 2024

Scott Savage is a pastor, author, and speaker with the best last name ever! As a seasoned Millennial pastor, Scott has served churches in a variety of roles over the past 17 years. He currently leads Cornerstone Church in Prescott, Arizona. His writing has been read by over a million people in places like Our Daily Bread, RELEVANT Magazine, Air1 Radio, and the YouVersion Bible App.

Through his writing and speaking, Scott loves helping people who are navigating difficult situations to find hope and healing. He is married to Danalyn, aka Judge Savage, and they’re raising three brilliant children. You can learn more about Scott at ScottSavageLive.com or follow him on social media (@scottsavagelive).

ScottSavageLive

Resources

How Churches Can Show Up for Abuse Victims

Why God, Why? Finding God Amid Doubt, Burnout, Pain, & The Wilderness

Honesty, Vulnerability, and Serving Others with Scott Savage

Part Two: Overcoming Spiritual Abuse with Sondra Doty Jan 17, 2024

January is Spiritual Abuse Awareness Month. A time to discuss, educate, and listen to others experiences. To sit with those who have been hurt, just as Jesus would have done. To make sure those have been victims of spiritual abuse knnow that they are seen, loved, and they are not alone.

This week is part two of Sondra's story. Sondra is a trauma informed coach/consultant, speaker, and podcaster.

If you suspect you have been a victim of spiritual abuse or have questions about spiritual abuse, find helpful resources below.

What is Spiritual Abuse? A Working Definition

What is Spiritual Abuse? A Hotline

Natalie Runion, Raised to Stay

Jayne McConnaughey, Trauma in the Pews

Part One: Overcoming Spiritual Abuse with Sondra Doty Jan 10, 2024

January is Spiritual Abuse Awareness month. A time to discuss, educate, and listen to others experiences. To sit with those who have been hurt, just as Jesus would have done. To make sure those who have been victims of spiritual abuse know that they are seen, loved, and they are not alone.

This week we begin a two part episode with trauma informed life coach/consultant, speaker, and podcaster as she shares her story of overcoming spiritual abuse.

If you suspect you have been a victim of spiritual abuse or have questions about what spiritual abuse, find helpful resources below.

What is "Spiritual" Abuse? A Working Definition

What is Spiritual Abuse? A Hotline

A Thrill of Hope Dec 13, 2023

Show me your Christology and I'll show you who you are - Karl Barth

Connection requires vulnerability. It requires us to fight against shame and fear; when we do this, we can live more meaningful and purposeful lives - we can live "whole-hearted." This whole hearted living is the thrill of hope we have when we respond to Jesus and who he is as the exact radiance of God.

Becoming Whole & Holy: An integrative conversation about Christian formation

Ask Anything: Women in the Church Nov 29, 2023

Womens roles in the Church and in the church can be a controversial topic. In this episode I sort through some of the terms and language with hopes to clarify the multiple layers of this conversation.

Regarldess of where you land on this particular topic, it's important we remember to love God and others well.

Additional Resources:

Monica Ritchie.Com

IG: @itsmonicaritchie

Nijay Gupta: Tell Her Story, How Women Led, Taught and ministered in the Early Church

Glen Scorgie: The Journey Back to Eden

Beth Allison Barr: The Making of Biblical Womanhood

Sheila Gregoire

Putting Jesus First with Courtney Tracy Nov 15, 2023

Putting Jesus first is typically easier said than done. If you’ve grappled with whether Jesus is worth putting first in your life and how to do it, tune in to this conversation with the Author of Putting Jesus First, Courtney Tracy.

Courtney’s candid perspective on putting Jesus first with four little ones at home is refreshing. Listen in and be encouraged to put Jesus first in your life.

Instagram: @Itsmonicaritchie

FREE THEOLOGY RESOURCES

Let's Talk About Prayer Nov 01, 2023

At times, prayer can feel awkward or uncomfortable; I truly believe that’s due to the vulnerable nature of prayer. If you’re new to praying or in a prayer slump, this episode is for you. Be encouraged to prioritize prayer by walking through the book of Habakkuk. You’ll learn that prayer doesn’t have to be perfect but rather is a muscle to be strengthened.

FREE THEOLOGY RESOURCES

Connect with Monica

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmonicaritchie/

Website: https://monicaritchie.com

Avoiding Evil w/ Marissa Price Oct 18, 2023

Is 1 Thessalonians 5:22 telling us to avoid every appearance of evil, every form, or every kind? In this exhortation given to us by the Apostle Paul, this verse can sometimes be misunderstood and lead us to showiness, weaponization of scripture, or prevent us from loving God and others well.

In this episode, we talk to Bible + Theology teacher Marissa Price about the context of this verse and what it’s motivating us towards. We discuss context, implication, translations, and some practical examples of how to live this out so we can love God and others well.

Monica Ritchie

FREE THEOLOGY RESOURCES

Marissa Price: Bible + Theology Teacher

Bold & Brave Oct 04, 2023

This is a conversation for anyone who feels alone, anxious, or timid about what God has called them to do. It's a heart-to-heart with your friend that will walk you through Joshua 1:9 in depth and in context. Discussing what the verse meant to the original hearers and how we can accurately and responsibly apply it to our lives today.

How do we responsibly apply Joshua 1:9 to our lives today? Let's talk about it!

FREE THEOLOGY RESOURCES

22 DAYS OF PRAYING FOR YOUR CHILD

You're Not Enough Sep 20, 2023

Theology Matters. It matters because what we believe to be true shapes who we become. The words we tell ourselves, especially if they shape our spiritual lives, matter. Let’s be sure they are theologically sound and line up with scripture. In this episode, you will walk through the popular phrase “You’re not enough,” we’ll dissect where it comes from, why someone might say it, and if it is biblically sound.

FREE THEOLOGY RESOURCES

22 DAYS OF PRAYER FOR YOUR CHILD

Mike Winger: Biblical Objections to Calvinsim

So, You Didn't Grow Up in the Church? Sep 20, 2023

Do you ever feel embarrassed because you don't know as much about theology or "church words" as you think you should? Please don't be ashamed! If you were never taught, how could you know? But that's why I'm here. Your friend that went to seminary to share these things with you.

So, you didn't grow up in the church, or maybe you did and still don't quite know; doesn't matter. Let's untangle this word salad and sort through some "Christian-ese" regarding conversion, sanctification, and glorification through Jesus Christ.

FREE THEOLOGY RESOURCES

22 DAYS OF PRAYER FOR YOUR CHILD

Barnyard Animals and Hermeneutics Sep 20, 2023

Ever wonder what it means to be a responsible reader of the Bible? In this episode we discuss what it looks like to interpret scripture and critical things, such as proof texting, that we as followers of Christ, and Bible enthusiats must follow. We discuss how our worldview map is the foundation by way we interpret the world around us, from barnyard animals to the Bible.

Books Mentioned

"How to Read The Bible For All It's Worth" Dr. Gordon Fee & Dr. Douglas Stuart

"How to Read The Bible In Changing Times" Dr. Mark Strauss

"Becomming Whole & Holy" Dr. Jeannine Brown, Carla Dahl, & Wyndy Reuschling

FREE THEOLOGY RESOURCES

22 Days of Prayer For Your Child

Introduction to Theologically Fashioned Jul 18, 2023

Do you want to know God better? You may have attempted to study theology but quickly backed off because it was too confusing, felt like it was only for academics, or didn't apply to your life.

I hear ya.

My name is Monica, your friend that went to seminary, so you don't have to (if you don't want to). Here at Theologically Fashioned Podcast, I want to share all I've learned, and then some, with you!

Join me, Monica, as I make theological concepts accessible and easy to understand so that you can explore your faith and deepen your spiritual understanding that helps you live in the world God so loves.

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