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Krista Bontrager
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Dec 18, 2025 • 34min

Biola’s Founders Fought Modernism — Will Today’s Leaders Fight Postmodernism?

Biola was founded in 1908 to fight theological modernism when mainline schools abandoned orthodoxy. Today, postmodernism—with its rejection of truth, deconstruction of Scripture, and embrace of critical theories—threatens historic Christianity the same way. Biola’s founders had the courage to build an unapologetic outpost for biblical truth. Now it’s Biola's turn to lead again. This is a call to courage. #BiolaUniversity #Postmodernism #ChristianCourage #TheologyMom #BiolaChronicles
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Dec 15, 2025 • 45min

The Real Story of Hanukkah (with Archaeologist Dr. Scott Stripling)

Most Christians know Hanukkah as the “Jewish Christmas,” but it is mentioned in John's Gospel as the "Festival of Dedication" (John 10:22 to 23). Discover the real story behind this holiday: the Maccabean revolt, the miracle of the oil, the stunning archaeological evidence, and how this feast of light points to Jesus, the Light of the World. Featuring a clips from a virtual interview with Christian archaeologist, Dr. Scott Stripling. Origins of Hanukkah - Maccabean Anti-Hellenic Rebellion DOCUMENTARY https://youtu.be/TaanPpi8LK0 Archaeology Related to Hanukkah: Digging for Truth Episode 275 https://youtu.be/4clp_oq8DyI
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Dec 11, 2025 • 1h 21min

Unpacking Biola's Latest Video: Admissions of Fault or More Smoke and Mirrors?

In this episode of The Biola Chronicles, Krista Bontrager (three-time Biola alumna and public theologian) reacts to Biola University President Dr. Barry Corey’s recent interview with Sean McDowell and Scott Rae. Dr. Corey insists Biola remains biblically faithful… but does the evidence match the narrative? If you’ve wondering what’s really happening at one of America’s largest evangelical universities, this is a must-watch. Original video: Biola's Commitment to Biblical Truth: A Conversation with President Corey https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j4lFUy4BkVY #BiolaChronicles #BarryCorey #BiolaUniversity
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Dec 1, 2025 • 50min

What Did Conversion Look Like in the Early Church?

Most of us grew up with “getting saved” in one night: gospel presentation → raise your hand → pray the sinner’s prayer → maybe get baptized later. But when you actually read Acts conversion looked very different. In this teaching we’ll walk through the major conversion accounts in the book of Acts and then trace how the process evolved into the 1–3 year discipleship process practiced by the ancient church. If you’ve ever wondered: ✅ Should churches do same-day baptisms? ✅ Is the modern sinner’s prayer biblical? ✅ What process could churches put in place to provide a wise on-ramp for new believers? …this teaching is for you. Part of the Everyday Evangelism teaching series.
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Nov 27, 2025 • 1h 15min

I’ve Changed My Mind About Biola University – Here’s Why (Special Update)

Special update: I share the latest developments at Biola University after the recent gender policy changes. I also react to Thaddeus Williams’ latest video and Megan Basham’s reporting. Toward the end, I explain the major shift in my view after realizing why Biola still employs staff and faculty across a wide spectrum of views, including those who are sympathetic to social justice, liberation theology, and DEI. This is the information that prospective parents, donors, and alumni need to know. PROGRAMMING NOTE: I had originally uploaded a slightly different version of this video. I am reuploading it (24 hours later) with a new, slightly modified ending. I feel like this ending is more clear to what I was aiming to get at.
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Nov 23, 2025 • 1h 2min

Pro-Life Feminism, Trump, IVF, and the Border: A Raw Conversation

In this powerful special edition of the Theology Mom podcast, I sit down with Destiny Herndon-De La Rosa, founder of New Wave Feminists for a rare, honest conversation across ideological divides. We discuss abortion, human dignity from womb to tomb, Trump, IVF, the border crisis, and why both believe real change happens through relationships, not politics. Respectful, surprising and some common ground you might not expect.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 44min

From Depressed Teen to Theology Mom: Two Women Who Changed My Life

At 15, I was a lonely, fatherless freshman drowning in depression. I had braces, curly hair, and zero friends. But two ordinary Christians noticed me—and my life changed forever. In this emotional episode, I reunite with two Christian women and talk about how God used them in my life. Thirty years later, we marvel at how God used regular people to help pull a broken girl out of the pit and into purpose. If you’ve ever wondered if your small act of kindness matters, this one’s for you. You don’t need a platform. You just need to notice the lonely person on the bench. One conversation, one prayer, one nudge from the Holy Spirit can alter someone’s eternity. #ChristianTestimony #TheologyMom #RedemptionStory #HighSchoolFaith
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Nov 10, 2025 • 2h 16min

Biola’s Gender Policy Overhaul: From Side-B Ambiguity to Biblical Clarity?

In this powerful 2-hour conversation, I talk to Christian counselor, Andrew Rodriguez (@psychobible). We expose the critical gap between doctrine and practice at Christian institutions — using Biola University as a real-world case study. Includes a discussion about Rosemead Psychology’s stance on “conversion therapy.” 🔥 We read Biola’s old vs. new gender & student care policies line-by-line. ⚖️ Compare their public statements of faith with actual campus culture ❌ Unpack the red flags in “The Dwelling” — Biola’s official LGBTQ+/SSA ministry 🗣️ React to clips from a Preston Sprinkle’s chapel talk & Side B framework 🛑 Why “gay Christian,” “sexual orientation,” and “safe space” language undermines transformation Parents, pastors, youth leaders — this is your roadmap for: • Crafting biblically sound policies • Training leaders to respond in the moment when a teen says, “I think I’m gay/trans” • Avoiding the Side B drift that leaves students stuck, not sanctified #BiolaUniversity #ChristianDiscipleship #GenderPolicies #SideB #LGBTQandChurch #BiblicalCounseling #YouthMinistry #ChristianParents #TheologyMatters
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Nov 6, 2025 • 53min

5 People Share the Gospel in 5 Minutes or Less (You Can Too)

Can you share the gospel clearly in under 5 minutes? You don’t need to be a pastor, theologian, or famous speaker to do it. I'm returning to finish up my 2024 teaching series on evangelism series. In this episode, I share real-life gospel presentations from 5 everyday believers — including a homeschool mom, a pastor, a politician, and more. Watch as they share the good news in 90 seconds to 5 minutes, using simple, memorable methods. Each presentation is practical, repeatable, and designed for real conversations — with waitresses, scientists, strangers, or friends. You’ll also learn: • Why repentance is the missing piece in most gospel talks • How anyone can turn any moment into a Jesus conversation • How to train your kids, church, or small group to share the gospel confidently Inspired by evangelism pioneers like Dr. Hugh Ross, this episode will equip and ignite you to fulfill the Great Commission — starting today. Your next step: Pick one presentation, practice it this week, and watch God open doors.
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Oct 28, 2025 • 1h 13min

The Muslim Problem: Why Christians Must Fight Back NOW

In this special edition of the Theology Mom podcast, I explain why religious neutrality in the public square is impossible. I also expose Islam's 3-stage jihad plan to colonize America—and share EXACTLY what Christians must do NOW to save our Christian nation. This is your wake-up call. Resources: 📌 Family Meeting with Laura Zifer Powell: Exposing the Incompatibility of Islam with Christianity and American Values 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zy2n9RRRW6c 📌 Family Meeting: Wrestling with Christian Nationalism 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37CyE2jVZks 📌 All The Things with Dr. Andrew T. Walker: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSTDvgit86Q 📌 Dr. Walker's book: Liberty For All 👉 https://www.amazon.com/Liberty-All-Defending-Everyones-Pluralistic/dp/1587434490

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