Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.9, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Monica Ritchie Biblical Theology for Everyday Moms ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://monicaritchie.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](https://monicaritchie.com/blog/) - Categories - [Introduction to Theologically Fashioned](https://monicaritchie.com/introduction-to-theologically-fashioned/) - [To Have and to Hand Hold](https://monicaritchie.com/to-have-and-to-hand-hold/) - I don't know about you, but we've reached the point in the summer where the excitement of being together all day everyday is becoming a little less than consistent beams of pure joy and delight. I'm not speaking just for myself but for my kids as well. They're tired of seeing my mug all - [7 Days of praying for your Child](https://monicaritchie.com/1281-2/) - While there are so many areas of our children's life we could and should be praying for and over, here is a list to get you started. One prayer for each day of the week and over time you can begin to shift and add more specific prayers to the needs of your child. 1.Seek - [Start Before You're Ready](https://monicaritchie.com/start-before-youre-ready/) - "Start before you're ready" that's what I had written on a post it note and stuck on my desk before I started blogging. Because if I had waiting until I was ready, I'd never do it. I have heard so much about how people want to do this or that, follow their dreams and do - [Rest](https://monicaritchie.com/rest/) - Do you trust God enough to rest? I'm not just talking about in this "busy season" either. But, even outside of your busy season - do you trust God enough to rest? God has been showing me these past few months just how important rest is, and really, it's an act of worship to rest. - [Blooming in God's Timing](https://monicaritchie.com/blooming-in-gods-timing/) - I've been saying "no" to a lot of opportunities lately. A lot of really great opportunities. I have also been hearing "no" or "not yet" on a lot as well. That feels hard, it feels like rejection. It feels stagnant in an ever evolving space. But God is reminding me, much like I cannot force - [In a world that increasingly values numbers; know that never determines your worth.](https://monicaritchie.com/in-a-world-that-increasingly-values-numbers-know-that-never-determines-your-worth/) - It's not a matter of IF you'll be tempted, it's more a matter of WHEN. When that happens, how will you respond? In Matthew 4 before Jesus begins his earthly ministry, we see Jesus going out into the desert. It is here that he has fasted for 40 days and 40 nights. He is hungry. - [Cultivate](https://monicaritchie.com/cultivate/) - Every year I choose a word to focus on, you can read about the process of how I go about this HERE. However, for 2020 I felt God place not just a word, but two scripture verses and one spiritual practice on my heart. The word I felt God land on my heart was the - [Get the most out of studying your Bible.](https://monicaritchie.com/get-the-most-out-of-studying-your-bible/) - Do you ever sit down with your bible and think, ok what do I do now? How do I study this? Where do I even start? I want to give you a few simple steps to get the most of studying your Bible. In hopes that you can experience the transforming presence and love of - [Do You Trust Me?](https://monicaritchie.com/do-you-trust-me/) - The other week we had one of our first thunderstorms of the spring. I know so many people love the thunder and rain. The soothing sounds of rain beating outside your window typically helps people to fall asleep and then sleep soundly. Not for my girl, no. My youngest is terrified of thunderstorms. She hears - [How to read the Bible with your kids](https://monicaritchie.com/how-to-read-the-bible-with-your-kids/) - Have you ever wondered how to read the bible with your kids? You want to do it, but just aren't sure how or where to start? Here a few simple tips on how to read the Bible with your kids! First, know this; you don't have to be perfect! You don't have to know all - [Cut Back](https://monicaritchie.com/cut-back/) - It's spring here in Minnesota, which means that we're all gardening! Part of preparing our landscaping is to cut back the previous years growth. We do this so that the plant can thrive in the new season. We cut the plant back to just the essentials. Recently, there has been an excessive amount of cut - [Eschatology 101](https://monicaritchie.com/eschatology-101/) - I've been getting so many questions on Eschatology. What does it mean and why is it important at all? Find out in Eschatology 101. - [Historical Theology : Augustine](https://monicaritchie.com/historical-theology-augustine/) - Historical Theology is a big topic and I understand it may not be everyone's passion. However, knowing the history of Christian Theologians can help us see that we're not alone in some of our questions or struggles. God was faithful to reveal himself then and He is faithful now, too. Sifting through the years of - [Historical Theology : Anselm of Canterbury](https://monicaritchie.com/historical-theology-anselm-of-canterbury/) - Introduction Anslem is an important person to know about when glancing at Historical Theology. He is known as one of the forerunners to a movement known as Scholasticism. Anselm is seen as paving the way to a faith in which seeks understanding. Believing that faith is the starting point of knowledge. Scholasticism : An approach - [Three Characteristics of the Holy Spirit](https://monicaritchie.com/three-characteristics-of-the-holy-spirit/) - Though there are many, let's discuss three characteristics of the Holy Spirit you may not be aware of! The Holy Spirit is a member of the Trinity and often somewhat forgotten. This isn't intentional but it's certainly a challenge to wrap our minds around the Holy Spirit. That being said, the best way to get - [Introduction to Theologically Fashioned](https://monicaritchie.com/introduction-to-theologically-fashioned-2/) - 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 - [Barnyard Animals and Hermeneutics](https://monicaritchie.com/barnyard-animals-and-hermeneutics/) - Listen to episode 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 - [So, You Didn't Grow Up in the Church?](https://monicaritchie.com/so-you-didnt-grow-up-in-the-church/) - Listen to episode 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, ## Pages - [Home](https://monicaritchie.com/) - Real Theology for Real Life from your friend that went to seminary I'm in - send me the free guide! Featured On... Hey There! I'm Monica Ritchie A Bible Teacher & Theologian. My passion is to bring you accessible theology that you can embody in real life. I always say, “I’m your friend that went - [Books + Resources](https://monicaritchie.com/books-resources/) - Something good is coming! I'm working on putting together some resources to help you go deeper in your faith and theology. Check back soon for books, study guides, and more. In the meantime, feel free to reach out through my Contact page. - [Contact](https://monicaritchie.com/contact/) - Contact Me If you have questions or are blessed by my resources in enhancing your walk with God, then please drop me a line! Contact Monica. 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