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.
 
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An Explanation of Legalism, Faith, and Works with Monica Ritchie

Truth Talks with Tara, hosted by popular influencer and author Tara Sun, is dedicated to helping you know, love and live God's Word. If you want to uncomplicate Scripture, or you're looking for biblical advice on life, relationships, motherhood, and anything in between, this podcast is for you. Join Tara and her friends to hear real conversations about how to live out your faith.

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Throwing it back to three years ago on the podcast when I interviewed one of my favorite friends, Gretchen Saffles of Well-Watered Women. If you've ever thought, "What the heck do I do with what I just read in God's Word?" or "I'm always so confused reading Scripture", then this is for you. This throwback conversation has no shortage of practical tools to take you from overwhelmed to overjoyed when reading Scripture, funny anecdotes, and a few cringy moments (I've grown a lot in my podcasting skills over the last three years). Let's be women who root ourselves in truth, grow in grace, and flourish in faith!

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Don’t Do This When Reading the Bible!

We all want to be happy and healthy, right? But how do we find our way there when the world tells us one thing, and God tells us another? Jeanine Amapola, author and podcaster, is with me today to remind you that you're not alone in your sin cycles, addictions, or shame. We're here to tell you that the happy and healthy life you long for is found in Christ. The meaningful relationships and friendships and careers and ministries you long for are found in Christ. Jeanine lived enslaved by alcohol and toxic relationships until she found that God's Word actually has freedom and advice for everything in life. Tune in for a bold and to-the-point episode about how to get unstuck, how knowing Jesus changes everything (and I mean everything), meaningful friendships that last and more.

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Getting Unstuck, Friendships That Last, and Living Truly Happy with Jeanine Amapola

Who else feels disappointed in their "right now" season? Our daily grind, our relationships, our progress (or lack thereof)... the list goes on. We'd rather be "there" - on the other side of God's promises - rather than here, waiting for the life we long for. Ruth Chou Simons knows all about that and she's here to tell us to lean in to the "not yet" seasons of our lives to see the fruit of the "now", even if we don't like where we are, God is using this in-between time for His good purposes. Tara is inviting Ruth back on the podcast for the third time to talk about how to remain present with God when we want to numb out, faithfully stewarding the desert seasons, and so much more.

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Finding Purpose In Your Unwanted Season with Ruth Chou Simons

Every parent worries about this: How are we supposed to raise godly children in a secular age? Some people even fear having kids in the first place for fear of the cultural pressures and challenges they may face. That's why Melissa Kruger wrote her book, Parenting with Hope. Whether you're a young parent, a parent to teenagers or adults, or in between, this episode is for you. Melissa is the director of content for The Gospel Coalition, author, and writer. Tara and Melissa's conversation is lighthearted with lots of laughs over what it's like raising energetic children, encouraging truth on how we as parents can build a secure foundation in Christ for our families, the power of praying for our children and more.

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Raising Godly Kids In A Secular Culture with Melissa Kruger

Ever feel like Jesus' words, "Not my will, but Yours be done" are too good to be true? Like, that's easy for Jesus to say, but not us? Short and sweet, Tara is sitting down solo to prepare our hearts for this Easter week. Tune in for practical truths and mind-blowing biblical takeaways on Jesus' sacrifice and surrender for you, and how we too can pray this prayer and the beauty we can experience TODAY as a result.

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An Explanation of Legalism, Faith, and Works with Monica Ritchie

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