Theology Mom || All The Things

Theology Mom || All The Things

Bible teaching and theological commentary on social issues by theologian, Krista Bontrager. Podcast feeds for "Theology Mom," "All The Things" and "As Seen on X."

Episodes

The Bible and Immigration: A Nuanced Look at What Scripture Really Says

July 12, 2026 • 66 mins
In this eye-opening episode, Monique and Krista sit down with Dr. Markus Zehnder, author of The Bible and Immigration, for a nuanced, Scripture-centered conversation on one of today's most divisive issues. Dr. Zehnder unpacks the biblical distinctions between the Hebrew terms "ger" and the "nokri," exposing how modern discussions often cherry-pick verses, ignore context, and collapse categories. The discussion explores assimilation...
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Equal Protection for the Unborn: The Case Abortion Abolitionists Are Making

July 5, 2026 • 92 mins
We sit down with Wes Fuller of End Abortion Now to introduce our pro-life audience to the growing abortion abolitionist movement. What exactly is abortion abolitionism, and how does it differ from the incremental pro-life strategies many of us have supported for years? Wes unpacks the biblical call for the abolition of abortion through equal protection under the law. #AbortionAbolitionism #EndAbortionNow #ProLife #EqualProtection...
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Ecumenism and Fake Unity; Real Talk About Why So Many Churches Are Sick | Sunday Night Potluck 7/5/26

July 4, 2026 • 66 mins
Sunday Night Potluck – In this unscripted livestream, I share some thoughts about two practical topics: ✅ Thoughts about ecumenism: when it's helpful and when it goes too far ✅ What matters most when choosing or evaluating a church: the elder team
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A Biblical Strategy for Evaluating Conspiracy Theories

June 29, 2026 • 37 mins
In Part 3 of this teaching series on conspiracy theories, we move from the fog of confusion into practical wisdom. Learn a clear, biblical strategy for evaluating conspiracy theories and alternative claims without falling into fear, fanaticism, or tribalism. If you’ve ever felt helpless, overwhelmed, or tempted to chase secret knowledge for a sense of control, this teaching will help you pursue truth with humility, peace, and...
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Nigeria’s Forgotten Christians: What the Headlines Won’t Tell You

June 28, 2026 • 49 mins
Krista and Monique sit down with Ryan Brown, CEO of Open Doors US, to explore the reality of the global persecuted church. They discuss the ministry’s origins with Brother Andrew smuggling Bibles behind the Iron Curtain 70 years ago, the biblical view of persecution, and why the church often advances most powerfully under pressure. Ryan shares sobering statistics and explains Open Doors’ World Watch List, which ranks ...
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Your Church May Already Have This Problem (Here's What to Do) + Raising Kids Who Stand Firm

June 28, 2026 • 49 mins
Sunday Night Potluck – In this unscripted livestream, I share some practical tips for what to do when you notice some potentially troubling doctrine being taught at your church. In the second segment, I share some reflections about raising courageous kids.
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When Pastors Protect Abusers Instead of Victims

June 21, 2026 • 67 mins
Monique and Krista sit down with attorney Hohn Cho to discuss domestic violence and abuse within the church and how Christian leaders can respond with greater wisdom, compassion, and biblical fidelity. This conversation balances hard truths about church mishandling with hope: stories of genuine repentance, restored marriages, and the beautiful shepherding heart of God in Ezekiel 34. Find out more about the Ezekiel 34 Foundation: ...
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Breaking Generational Curses; Intentional Parenting; Why Wanting Marriage Isn't an Idol

June 20, 2026 • 55 mins
Sunday Night Potluck... This is an unscripted livestream where I share reflections about the world and life as a Christian wife and mother. Conversation breakdown: ✅ Introduction and opening hymn (0:00) ✅ Father’s Day reflections; my own struggle (5:37) ✅ Thoughts on permissive and lazy parenting from Super Nanny, Jo Frost (10:57) ✅ Why I'm skeptical about “Marriage is an idol” rhetoric (38:46)
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How Gay Marriage Led to Erasing "Mother" and "Father" – Greater Than Campaign | ATT 227

June 14, 2026 • 67 mins
We sit down with Katy Faust, the voice behind the Greater Than Campaign and Them Before Us to expose the hidden costs of redefining marriage. What did millions of Christians actually consent to in 2015 when they supported gay marriage for “love and equality”? Get practical encouragement for Christians who love their gay family members but refuse to stay silent. Find out more about the full Greater Than Campaign here: ...
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Abolitionism Is Reframing the Abortion Debate; SBC Women Preaching Debate

June 13, 2026 • 78 mins
Sunday Night Potluck – In this unscripted livestream, I explain the growing movement of abolitionism, which involves a different approach to calling out the wickedness of abortion. And why I have become sympathetic to this framework. In the second half, I share my take on the rise of women preaching in elder-led churches and how it connects to what's happening in the SBC and PCA. Read my article: "A Biblical Vision for Wo...
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The Fog of Facts: Why It's So Hard to Know What's True Anymore

June 8, 2026 • 59 mins
In part 2 of her teaching series on conspiracy theories, Krista dives deep into some of the reasons why discerning truth feels increasingly like navigating quicksand in our post-truth, post-trust world. Krista honestly explores how facts have become slippery, why fact-checkers and official narratives often eroded trust further (especially during the pandemic), and the very real human cost: fractured relationships. She acknowledges ...
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The Church Continues to be Divided by Race – Will We Choose Healing or Division?

June 7, 2026 • 80 mins
Monique and Krista are joined by Dr. Jacob Daniel and Dr. Joe Miller to discuss CFBU's brand new Los Angeles Statement on Race, Justice, and Unity. They unpack why this statement was written, how it differs from the 2018 Dallas Statement, and why the Church desperately needs biblical clarity on race, ethnicity, justice, and true unity in Christ. If you're tired of race being used to split the Body of Christ, this is the conversatio...
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How Grievance Culture Has Destroyed Jesus' Call to Generous Forbearance

June 6, 2026 • 87 mins
Sunday Night Potluck – In this unscripted livestream, I wrestle honestly with one of Jesus’ most challenging commands: “Turn the other cheek” (Matthew 5 : 38-48). I explore the Old Testament background of “eye for an eye,” the surrounding context and how the early church understood this passage. I also confront the struggle to contextualize this verse in the modern context. How do we resist outra...
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The TRUTH about Conspiracy Theories––What Christians Need to Know!

June 2, 2026 • 42 mins
In this first episode of the series “The TRUTH about Conspiracy Theories,” theologian Krista Bontrager explores what we even mean by the term “conspiracy theory,” traces its surprising history, and examines why these ideas feel so magnetically attractive, especially in a time when trust in institutions has been shattered. Drawing on her own journey, Krista calls Christians to pursue truth with open eyes and ...
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The Feminist Choices I Made as a Young Mother Without Realizing It

May 31, 2026 • 34 mins
In this honest reflection, I share how I unknowingly carried feminist thinking into my 20s and 30s as a young mom, chasing seminary, academia, and a theology career while barely thinking about family. I open up about my regrets and the long-term cost of putting career over presence. This is a highlight from the 5/31/26 Sunday Night Potluck. #YoungMom #StayAtHomeMom #ChristianMotherhood #BiblicalWomanhood
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Should Christians Support Israel? Applying Biblical Wisdom to an Impossible Situation

May 31, 2026 • 82 mins
Kevin joins Monique and Krista for an in depth discussion about Israel. We will also talk to Dr. Jeff Myers, President of Summit Ministries and author of Should Christians Support Israel? They will explain the biblical, historical, and cultural reasons for standing with Israel, while exposing the propaganda and misinformation fueling rising antisemitism—especially among Gen Z. Get Dr. Myers book: https://www.amazon.com/Shoul...
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Childism Exposed: The Hidden Framework Behind Gentle Parenting

May 24, 2026 • 60 mins
Monique and Krista unpack "Childism," the emerging critical theory framework that views children as an oppressed class and traditional parenting as a form of adultism. They examine its strong influence on popular Gentle Parenting leaders like Sarah Ockwell-Smith and Dr. Becky Kennedy, and how it mirrors Critical Race Theory. Discover how this ideology is quietly shaping education, culture, and parenting—and learn how to respo...
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The Rise of Apologetics Influencers: Pros & Cons

May 24, 2026 • 30 mins
I explore how the world of Christian apologetics has dramatically shifted from traditional conferences and vetted publishers to the age of YouTube influencers. With nearly 30 years in the field, I discuss the pros and cons of this democratization and how I see myself as fitting into the giant trailer park of the apologetics world.
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The Side B Trap: Why “Gay Christian” Is Not the Freedom Christ Offers

May 10, 2026 • 76 mins
Brady Cone (founder of Calibrate Ministries) joins us to discuss the Side B approach to ministering to those who struggle with same sex attraction. Several major Christian institutions use the Side B approach to disciple college students, including Biola University and CRU. Brady draws from his own journey out of the LGBTQ life to explain what Side B actually teaches, how it differs from both Side A and biblical discipleship, and ...
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Why Christians Must Legislate Morality – How to Renew a Culture

May 10, 2026 • 34 mins
How does the Gospel of the Kingdom transform nations—not just individual hearts? In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Rev. Dr. Joe Boot, founder of the Ezra Institute for Contemporary Christianity and author of The Mission of God, to explore the public lordship of Christ over culture, law, politics, and nations. Dr. Boot unpacks why many Christians have settled for a small, privatized gospel and lays out a robust bi...
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