All The Things

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 #EndAbor...

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 Wat...

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...

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...

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...

Kevin joined Monique and Krista for an in depth discussion about Israel. We also replayed highlights from a recent interview Kevin did with Dr. Jeff Myers, President of Summit Ministries and author of Should Christians Support Israel? They explained the biblical, historical, and cultural reasons for standing with Israel, while exposing the propaganda and misinformation fueling rising antisemitism—...

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 par...

Monique and Krista (Theology Mom) sit down with Dr. Corey Miller, President of Ratio Christi, to discuss his new book The Progressive Miseducation of America. They explore how progressive ideology has hijacked education—from universities to K-12 classrooms—shifting the purpose of education away from truth, knowledge, and the good life toward social justice, equity, empathy, and cultural Marxism. D...

In this timely conversation, 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,...

Ask Us Anything | Season 7 Finale | 10/18/25 | ATT#221 by Monique Duson & Krista Bontrager

Join Monique and Krista as they explore the growing influence of the manosphere and figures like Andrew Tate on young men, with guest Will Spencer. This episode dives into the crisis of fatherlessness and terms like "longhouse" and "trash world" that shape online ideologies. Learn why young men are drawn to these voices, how the church can respond biblically, and practical ways parents and pastors...

Join us for a conversation exploring the intersection of Christianity, religious liberty, and the public square with Dr. Andrew T. Walker, professor of ethics and public theology at Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. In this thought-provoking discussion, we tackle several pressing questions: How should Christians navigate religious pluralism in America’s constitutional republic? What does the...

Join us for a powerful conversation featuring Pastor Alton Hardy, a dedicated leader serving impoverished communities. Unfortunately, poverty is often misperceived as a "minority issue." Discover how poverty transcends racial boundaries and hear Pastor Hardy's biblical solutions for de-segregating poverty, offering hope and practical steps to uplift every community. More about the ministry of Alto...

Join Monique as she explores the biblical perspective on compassion versus the cultural phenomenon of empathy, and how untethered empathy can lead to manipulation and moral compromise. Learn how Christians can stay grounded in scripture, discern truth, and avoid the pitfalls of cultural empathy. Guest: Dr. Joe Rigney, author of the book The Sin of Empathy Find Dr. Rigney's book: https://canonpress...

We are joined by Them Before Us founder and child rights advocate, Katy Faust, to discuss the impact of the Obergefell decision a decade later. We explore critical insights about why biological family structures matter, whether children’s rights have been compromised, and what Christ-centered, child-first solutions may look like. Katy Faust https://thembeforeus.com https://endobergefell.com Katy F...

Schools are changing fast—far beyond reading, writing, and arithmetic. Dive into a thought-provoking discussion on the challenges parents face in navigating today’s public school system, including the impact of Social Emotional Learning (SEL), the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) model, and controversial policies like California’s AB495 and Illinois’ mandatory mental health screen...

The word ethics is an academic word, but we want to go beyond textbooks and ivory towers and give you a practical guide to understanding what ethics really means. Krista talked to our friend, Dr. Joe Miller and got his help to unpack big questions like what makes something right or wrong and how our everyday choices shape a more ethical society. From small personal decisions to big cultural debate...

We sit down with Hillary Ferrer (founder, Mama Bear Apologetics) to explore how honest questions can strengthen, rather than destroy, our faith. In this episode, we unpack the difference between doubt and deconstruction and why definitions matter for a healthy spiritual life. Monique and Hillary look at biblical examples of faithful doubters and learn practical ways to move from uncertainty to dee...

In a culture that’s increasingly vocal (and confusing) about identity, gender, and sexuality, how can Christian parents, grandparents, ministry leaders, and those in close proximity to children guide them with biblical clarity and confidence? In this episode, we’re joined by Elizabeth Urbanowicz, educator, author, and founder of Foundation Worldview, to talk about her upcoming book, Helping Your K...

Join Monique as she dives into a thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Chris Cirucci, a board-certified OBGYN, on gender-affirming care, transgenderism, and biblical truth. They explore critical topics like gender dysphoria, rapid onset gender dysphoria, puberty blockers, and detransitioning, backed by science and faith. Learn why definitions matter, the risks of gender-affirming care, and how Chr...

Join Monique for an in-depth and thought-provoking interview with Erin Kunkle from MAVEN to explore a Christian perspective on gentle parenting. In this long-form conversation, they dive into the popular yet controversial parenting philosophy, examining its core pillars—empathy, respect, understanding, and boundaries—and how they align (or don’t) with biblical principles. Erin, a mother of five an...

Join Monique for a candid conversation with Joe Dallas, a pastoral counselor and author, as they tackle the sensitive issue of pornography from a biblical perspective. Explore why pornography thrives in culture and the church, its impact on men, women, teens, and marriages, and how believers can find hope and healing. Learn practical, gospel-centered strategies for parents, spouses, and church lea...

Uncover how church history obliterates today’s woke lies in this powerful interview with church historian, Dr. John Wilsey. We explore why Christians must care about church history to strengthen their biblical worldview and spot deception. From the Nicene Creed to ancient councils, learn how historical truths expose modern heresies masquerading as "new ideas." We dive into how the early church fou...

Join Monique for a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Cal Beisner, founder of the Cornwall Alliance, as they tackle climate change, biblical stewardship, and environmental justice from a Christian worldview. Discover why Dr. Beisner is skeptical of mainstream environmentalism, debunking myths like Amazon deforestation, acid rain, and the catastrophic narrative of global warming. Learn how inc...

New Thought is a very influential idea that shapes the way a lot of people see the world. Even if you've never heard the term "New Thought" you may have heard of Oprah Winfrey, who is one of its biggest advocates. But what you may not know, is how the vocabulary and ideas behind New Thought have penetrated many sectors of the church. We are going to talk about it with our friend, Melissa Dougherty...