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Theology Mom || All The Things

Krista Bontragerwww.theologymom.com
Bible teaching and theological commentary on social issues by theologian, Krista Bontrager.
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Ask Us Anything || 9/19/2020 || ATT#71

It's the show where you –– the viewers –– are the producers. We answer your questions about nearly everything. What could possibly go wrong?

Sep 18, 20201 hr 15 min

What is the "Cause" of the Oppressed?

Social justice Christians will often bring up the observation that there are a number of passages in Scripture that command God’s people to take up the cause of the poor, the oppressed, the fatherless, the widow, and the foreigner. But what exactly is this “cause” that God wants His people to take up? And, as God’s New Covenant people, how can we do that in our own modern context?

Sep 15, 202052 min

Human Trafficking, The Gospel & Justice || 9/5/2020 || ATT#70

Let's talk about the transforming power of the Gospel and how it has changed an entire city in Cambodia, which used to be a major destination for human trafficking. This will be a case study on the relationship between the Gospel and justice. Interview with Agape International Ministries.

Sep 04, 20201 hr 34 min

Navigating the New Canon || 8/29/2020 || ATT#69

Guest: Dr. Neil Shenvi; Many pastors are recommending anti-racist books to their congregation. They are being put forward as authoritative guides to culture and what our response to the current racial crisis should be. Let's talk about White Fragility, How to Be an Anti-Racist, The Color of Compromise, and Be The Bridge. Dr. Shenvi and Dr. Sawyer's article: https://shenviapologetics.com/do-whites-need-corporate-repentance-for-historical-sins/

Aug 28, 20201 hr 53 min

Has God Given Us the Ministry of Racial Reconciliation?

2 Corinthians 5:18 is frequently used as a biblical warrant for "racial reconciliation." But is that what it actually says? And what does the Bible teach about racial reconciliation? Let's talk about it. Special guest: Monique Duson from the Center for Biblical Unity.

Aug 25, 202055 min

Is the Enneagram a Valid Psychological Tool? || ATT #67

Guest: Jay Medenwaldt; The Enneagram claims that it is a psychological and spiritual personality assessment that reveals our inner motivations. It has become very popular in recent years, particularly among Christians. It is seen as a useful tool for spiritual growth. Jay Medenwaldt is a doctoral student (PhD - Social Psychology) who has been researching the question: Is the Enneagram a valid personality test? He shares his research with us.

Aug 15, 20201 hr 14 min

Zacchaeus & the Case for Reparations

Does the story of Zacchaeus offer a biblical case for reparations? Does it address the problem of what to do with unjustly acquired wealth by 250 years of slavery, 90 years of Jim Crow, and 35 years of racist housing policies? Let's talk about it.

Aug 12, 20201 hr

Was Jesus A Socialist? || 8/8/2020 || ATT #66

Socialism is making a comeback in America. Poll after poll shows that young Americans have a positive image of socialism. In fact, more than half say they would rather live in a socialist country than in a capitalist one. Did Jesus call on earthly governments to redistribute wealth? Was imposing a welfare state part of His vision for loving our neighbor? Author and economist, Lawrence Reed will share insights from his book, Was Jesus a Socialist, with us.

Aug 07, 20201 hr 7 min

Scientific Racism || 7/25/2020 || ATT #64

We are going to take a look at the history of eugenics (aka "scientific racism"). It was a major scientific movement in the early 20th century that most people don't know about. What role did Darwin's theory play in the rise of eugenics in America? And what does eugenics tell us about the foundations of institutionalized racism?

Jul 24, 20201 hr 28 min

Is Racism a Gospel Issue? (part 2)

There are a lot of prominent evangelical leaders saying that racism is a "gospel issue." In part 2 of this teaching series, theologian, Krista Bontrager, looks at the ways that the Gospel provides the basis of ethnic unity in the Body of Christ.

Jul 12, 202048 min

Help! My Church is Getting Woke! || 7/11/2020 || ATT#63

Guest: Pastor, Virgil "Omaha" Walker, from the "Just Thinking Podcast" We are getting flooded with messages from people saying that their churches are getting woke and their pastors are recommending Be The Bridge and White Fragility. Let's have some real talk about what's happening in our churches.

Jul 09, 20201 hr 4 min

Liberty & Justice for All? || 7/4/2020 || ATT#62

We love America. But it took a while for our country to realize the promise of freedom for all. How do we find balance between the reality of slavery and our celebration of freedom on the 4th of July? Guest: Dr. Carol Swain

Jul 04, 20201 hr 28 min

Confronting Injustice Without Compromising Truth || 6/27/2020 || ATT#61

Many Christians are adopting the Social Justice framework without inquiring whether the ideas fought for under the banner of "social justice" are actually biblical. Dr. Thaddeus Williams will join us to discuss the questions Christians should be asking about Social Justice.

Jun 27, 20201 hr 20 min

Is Racism a Gospel Issue? (part 1)

There are a lot of prominent evangelical leaders saying that racism is a "gospel issue." But I've also seen things like the coronavirus called a "gospel issue." So, let's go back to basics. What IS the Gospel? Then we can begin to evaluate the question, Is racism a "gospel issue"?

Jun 24, 202046 min

Women in the Early Church || 6/20/2020 || ATT#60

Did you know that there were female apostles? And deacons? And why have priests historically been only men? Join us for an informative conversation exploring the role of women in the early church with Orthodox theologian and New Testament scholar, Dr. Jeannie Constantinou.

Jun 19, 20201 hr 32 min

Race & Relationships || 6/13/2020.|| ATT#59

The news narrative right now can feel toxic. Let's talk about interracial friendships and family relationships. How can we listen well and love those who are hurting? How can we stand for truth, but with gentleness and respect?

Jun 13, 20201 hr 28 min

How to Answer God's Call to Justice, part 2

Part 2 of our conversation about "justice." In this teaching, I tackle the questions: What does justice look like for the accused? How should Christians stand for justice for the accused? There was a lot to process in light of the recent events.

Jun 07, 202052 min

Coming Out of CRT || 6/6/2020 || ATT#58

While many Christians are rushing to read books on Critical Race Theory this week, we're going to talk to two Christians who already made the journey in and OUT of CRT. Monique and our guest, Edwin Ramirez, will share their stories. And we'll talk about the new CRT canon: White Fragility, Be the Bridge, etc. ALL THE THINGS is the weekly show where we talk about all the things related to God, the Bible and real life.

Jun 06, 20201 hr 31 min

Un-Cultured || 5/30/2020 || ATT#57

Our country is in the middle of a very messy conversation about race and justice. People are hurting. Cities are burning. Now what? How can we bring biblical principles to bear on this current reality.

May 30, 20201 hr 37 min

How To Stay Credible in the World of Fake News

Truth matters. But it is getting increasingly difficult to find accurate information. Jesus says He IS the Truth. Thus, Christians should have a reputation for being the most truthful people on earth. But sadly, we don’t. How can we do better?

May 10, 202057 min

How Can Christians Respond to Injustice? || 5/9/2020 || ATT#55

There is a lot of difficult conversation happening this week on social media about the Ahmaud Arbery shooting. Join us for an important conversation with our friends, Jamal Bandy (from Prescribed Truth) and Samuel Sey. How can Christians respond to injustice from a distinctly Christian point of view and not just get swept away by emotionalism or tribalism?

May 08, 20201 hr 48 min

God Wants You To Work

There are several factors happening in our culture right now that are an assault on God’s will for us to work. But if we are going to live a holy life, then we need to include some discussion about our theology of work.

May 03, 202056 min

This & That || 05/02/2020 || ATT#54

Our takes on a hodge-podge of topics that we've seen this week on social media: Why single women are leaving their churches; a tweet by Jackie Hill Perry about white evangelicals; and, a social justice perspective on reopening the economy.

May 02, 20201 hr 22 min

6 Biblical Principles For Prosperity

Prosperity is an idea that has been hijacked by Word of Faith preachers. But living paycheck-to-paycheck isn't part of God's plan for His people either. Let's talk about how living according to God’s wisdom can help us flourish.

Apr 26, 202038 min

Why is Abortion an "Essential" Service? || 4/25/2020 || ATT#53

We talk to pro-life advocate and blogger, Sam Sey. In a cultural moment that is telling men they shouldn't have a voice on this issue, we are looking forward to hearing why Sam thinks that men's voices are critical to the discussion. We also discuss parental rights and homeschooling.

Apr 25, 20201 hr 24 min

On The Front Lines of Hunger & Homelessness || 4/18/2020 || #52

A lot of people are suddenly experiencing reduced income and having difficulty meeting their basic needs. And the homeless population is on the rise. How can Christians help the homeless and hungry in this crisis? How can churches work to bring long-term hope to those who struggle? Guest: Bryan Crain, COO at the Orange Country Rescue Mission ALL THE THINGS is the weekly show where we talk about all the things related to God, the Bible and real life. Connect: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user...

Apr 17, 20201 hr 15 min
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