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.

Conversation breakdown:

0:00 – Welcome

3:07 – Abortion & Abolitionist Movement

26:08 – Starts discussion about Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) & Women in Ministry

29:24 – Fracturing inside complementarianism

34:40 – Survey: 81% of Southern Baptists okay with women preaching

36:30 – Clip from “Battle for the Bible” documentary (women preaching examples)

41:19 – Al Mohler amendment passed (still needs one more vote)

44:45 – Pastor vs. elder debate + different complementarian views

53:49 – Host’s personal view change (no longer does pulpit sermons)

1:01:27 – Advice to young women with teaching gifts

1:06:41 — What about churches in other parts of the world with no set offices (like Acts model)?

1:08:11 — norm vs exceptions

1:09:10 — Deep desire to teach and disciple younger women (Titus 2)

1:10:05 — What’s the difference between pastors and priests?

1:10:52 — Struggle with staying in a church that has unqualified elders

1:12:17 — Question about ordination track: “90% of women should not be ordained” (and most men shouldn’t either) + critique of modern seminary/calling model

1:14:40 — Why do seminaries accept women’s money if they won’t lead churches?

1:17:50 – Wrap-up

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 Women in Ministry"

https://www.theologymom.com/post/a-biblical-vision-for-women-in-ministry

Watch the "Battle for the Bible" doc:

https://www.youtube.com/live/Jgk_xLCjYFA

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 the confusion many Christians feel while pointing toward hope and the ultimate anchor in God’s unchanging Word.

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 conversation you need to hear.

📌 Read and sign the Los Angeles Statement on Race, Justice and Unity

👉 https://www.centerforbiblicalunity.com/racestatement

ATT#226

Season 8, Show 6

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 outrage culture and engage in the radical patience and forbearance that Jesus requires us to practice, even toward our enemies? In the final 30 minutes, I share my decades-long struggle to apply Matthew 5 to my own life.

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 humble hearts rather than fear or pride.

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

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/Should-Christians-Support-Israel-Impossible-ebook/dp/B0DH2TQBKN/

ATT#225

Season 8, Show 5

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 respond with a distinctly biblical worldview that honors both the dignity of children and God-given parental responsibility.

#Childism #Adultism #BiblicalParenting

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.

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 why labeling ourselves by our attractions undermines the full freedom the gospel provides.

Calibrate Ministries

https://calibrateministries.com/

ATT#222

Season 8, Show 1