All The Things podcast with Krista Bontrager and Monique Duson. Where we comment on all the things related to God, the Bible and real life.
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Real and intriguing conversations about the Black community and how we can move forward into biblical human flourishing. Hosted by: Monique Duson and Kevin Briggins. Sponsored by the Center for Biblical Unity.
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Everything that we see around us is the product of ideas, of ideologies, of worldviews. That's where everything starts. Worldviews are not all the same, and the differences matter a lot. How do you judge a tree? By its fruits. How do you judge a worldview? By its physical, tangible, observable fruit. The things it produces. Ideas that are noble and true produce beauty, abundance, and human flourishing. Poisonous ideas produce ugliness. They destroy and dehumanize. It really is that simple. W ...
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The Becket Cook Show was created by Becket Cook to discuss relevant topics and to crush the lies of culture with truth. Becket Cook was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. After graduating from college, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue his dream of writing and acting, finding success in both. He eventually became a production designer working on fashion shoots for brands such as Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Gap, L'Oréal Paris, and Nike. Becket lived as a gay man until 2009, when he reluctantly agr ...
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IFF fellows Isaac Willour & Rena Mainetti take a deep dive into issues ranging from geopolitics to cultural issues, hosting wide-ranging conversations with a plethora of guests.
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Biblical Answers on Race: Monique Duson & Krista Bontrager Interview
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Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In today’s episode, Becket chats with Krista Bontrager and Monique Dyson on their new book, “Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism.” Walking in Unity is about bringing Christ-centered answers to issues of race and racism. Drawing a clear distinction between the secular culture's …
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Walking in Unity: Biblical Answers to Questions on Race and Racism with Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager
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Are you tired of the endless divisive drone on race hustling, white guilt, victim culture, and the list goes on? You're not alone; it's time for a refreshing, biblically-based perspective on racial reconciliation that gives an unbiased perspective on disparities to determine genuine injustices and highlights the need for unity and individual respon…
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Join Scott, Dwight, and Luke to discuss this week's interview with Calvin Beisner and David R. Legates, authors of Climate & Energy: The Case for Realism. Our question is, how do Christians provide a Biblical worldview perspective to this discussion on climate change? As the sons and daughters of the Creator of this planet, how can we fulfill our m…
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Climate & Energy: The Case for Realism with E. Calvin Beisner & David R. Legates
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What should Christians really think about climate change? What does the Bible have to say about creation care? E. Calvin Beisner, Ph.D. and Dr. David R. Legates, Ph.D. from the Cornwall Alliance have spent their lives trying to provide this perspective. Their new book, Climate and Energy,brings together numerous experts on climate science, physics,…
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Is Your Home Toxic? Healthy Home Josh Interview
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Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! Today’s episode is different from the others. That’s because Josh Kaye, who has worked with me on the show from the very beginning, has written a new book about health called, “Toxic: A Comprehensive Guide to a Healthier Home.” I think you will enjoy this one. And learn a lot! Josh's Instagram: https://www.i…
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The Solution to Postmodernism with Héctor Ramírez
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What happens when a committed communist finds faith in Christianity? Héctor Ramírez, our special guest, shares his gripping journey from embracing Marxist ideology in his small Colombian hometown to being transformed by Christ. His remarkable story highlights the impact of faith, beauty, and the arts in bridging the gap between truth and today's po…
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Being Pro Life in Real Life | 8/10/24 | #187
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A key theme on the podcast this year is justice for the pre-born. We are exploring the issue from a variety of different angles. This week, our friend Erin Kunkle, is coming on the show to discuss her experience as a teenage mother and her journey to the faith.By Monique Duson & Krista Bontrager
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HUMAN (10 Words to Heal Our Broken World Series)
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Humans are not merely animals or radically autonomous agents, and identity groups do not simply define us. It's time Christians challenge our modern culture's false understanding of human dignity and worth by contrasting it with the beautiful biblical definition of humanity. Imagine the impact if Christians could champion what it means to be humans…
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We have been sounding the alarm for several years about the creep of progressive ideology coming into evangelical institutions since the beginning of the ministry. We have been especially vocal about issues related to indiscriminate hiring. Our friend, Megan Basham, has noticed many of the same problems but investigated things through a different m…
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How to Choose a Christian School | 7/27/24 | #185
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More and more people are looking for alternatives to public education. We invited our friend, Jerry Nelson, Chief Ministry Officer at ACSI to share about the pros and cons of Christian schools. What are some important things to look for to see if it's a good fit for your family? Plus, we ask Jerry about ACSI's vision to put discipleship and biblica…
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Evangelical Leaders Cave on Social Issues: Megan Basham Interview
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Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In today’s episode, Becket chats with Megan Basham, a culture reporter for the Daily Wire, about her new book, “Shepherds For Sale: How Evangelical Leaders Traded the Truth for a Leftist Agenda.” Liberal theology isn’t new. Pastors and theologians have drifted, slipped, or even plunged into doctrinal error f…
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TRUTH (10 Words to Heal Our Broken World Series)
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Truth is an internal, personal, and subjective sense of reality that exists only in the mind. It's a social construct created to advantage whatever group currently holds power. These are the predominant understandings of one of the most important words in our world. The majority of people around you think and act based on this understanding. Today,…
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Lesbian and Her Partner Come to Christ: Patti Height Testimony
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Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In today’s episode, Becket chats with former lesbian, Patti Height, about her amazing story of coming to faith in Christ. Not only did she get saved, but her girlfriend did as well…AT THE SAME TIME! Must watch! The Becket Cook Show Ep. 168 This Episode of The Becket Cook Show is available on YouTube Join the…
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Introducing 10 Words to Heal Our Broken World with Scott Allen
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Scott Allen explains the important timing of his forthcoming book, 10 Words To Heal Our Broken World: Restoring the True Meaning of Our Most Important Words. He shares why words and their definitions are critical and how each of us can faithfully steward, preserve, and pass these God-given words and meanings to future generations. We pray God will …
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From Choosing Abortion to Choosing Life | Episode 38 | Off Code
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Kevin and Monique speak with pro-life advocate, Toni McFadden on her journey through adoption, her current work in the pro-life space, and how the abortion industry harms the black community.Watch Toni's Instagram response to Lecrae's comments about abortion: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CIY0kWzDL8w/?igsh=OGg3MWNhand0amFuRead Toni's blog post respo…
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Reacting to the Apparent Assassination Attempt of President Trump | 7/13/24 | #184
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In this special edition of All The Things, Monique, Krista and Kevin went live to offer some biblical wisdom about the apparent assassination attempt on President Trump.By Monique Duson & Krista Bontrager
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The Lies About Sex: Cynthia Garrett Interview
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Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In today’s episode, Becket chats with Cynthia Garrett about her new book, “The Naked Truth: Reclaiming Sexual Freedom in a Culture of Lies.” Cynthia navigates the misinformation in the world around us and helps us see the truth about sex, sexuality, and sexual freedom. Within the pages of “The Naked Truth,” …
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Policy Won’t Change a Pro-Abortion Culture with Naomi Smith
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In the fight to end abortion, changing policies is necessary, but it falls woefully short of solving the problem. Today, we have a culture that worships sex, and unless this changes, abortion will be an inevitable consequence of this lifestyle. To end abortion, we need to shift our target upstream to the root lies behind this worship, specifically …
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Honoring Your Parents (even when it's difficult) | 7/6/24 | #183
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Krista shares some thoughts in response to a recent question we received: How do you obey the fifth commandment (see Eph. 6:1-3; Col. 3:20) when you are an adult, especially if your parents are difficult people or were abusive to you as a child?By Monique Duson & Krista Bontrager
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Do you want to experience enjoyment in this life? One of the keys is hidden in the first command given to us in Scripture in Genesis 1:28, “God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it.” Did you know fructus in Latin means both “fruit” and “enjoyment”? Tell us if we’re wrong, but it sounds lik…
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The Presidential Debate: Black Jobs & Black Politics | Episode 37 | Off Code
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Monique and Kevin reflect on the recent presidential debate and consider the impact on black Americans. They also answer the big question on social media: Are black jobs really a thing?By Monique Duson & Kevin Briggins
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Former Psychic Comes to Christ (Demons Touched Her Arms): Jenn Nizza Testimony
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Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In today’s episode, Becket chats with former psychic medium about her years as a psychic and then her dramatic conversion to Christ. She is an ex new-ager turned Christian, who uses her platforms and ministry to share the gospel and warn people against the unfruitful works of darkness of the new age and occu…
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A Game Plan for Post-Christian Cultures with Lennox Kalifungwa
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How can we really build Christ-honoring cultures these days? How should our approach be different from past generations now that we live in a time when there is often a negative perception of believers? This week’s guest, Lennox Kalifungwa from Zambia, shares practical ways we can shape cultures that reflect the truth, goodness, and beauty of God’s…
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What Are We Actually Celebrating on Juneteenth? | Episode 36 | Off Code
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Kevin posted a picture of Abraham Lincoln this week on social media in celebration of Juneteenth. It blew up. Monique and Kevin share their perspectives on the pros and cons of Juneteenth and how it's been hijacked by race grievance hustlers.By Monique Duson & Kevin Briggins
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Should Christians Participate in IVF & Surrogacy? | 6/22/24 | #182
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A key theme on the podcast this year is justice for the pre-born. We are exploring the issue from a variety of different angles. This week, our friend Katy Faust (from Them Before Us), is coming back on the show to discuss recent developments in the public conversations about IVF and surrogacy. We are going to consider these technologies in light o…
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15 Suprising Rules for Life: J. Warner Wallace Interview
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Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In today’s episode, Becket chats with J Warner Wallace about his new book, “The Truth in True Crime: What Investigating Death Teaches Us About the Meaning of Life.” In his book, Wallace explores the clues lying behind our human nature as he uncovers fifteen life-truths gleaned from both contemporary murder i…
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Famed Anti-Christian Dawkins Now Celebrating Christian Culture
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Recently, the famed atheist intellectual Richard Dawkins showed his cards when he called himself a cultural Christian. It’s fascinating to see someone as anti-Christian as Dawkins appreciating the culture that was built on Christian values. But can the culture he enjoys in the West actually be sustained within a secular and atheistic worldview? Fur…
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What is the Woke Right? | 6/15/24 | #181
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Last month, we did a show about the "woke right." And then our friend, Alisa Childers, re-released it on her podcast platform. Since then, we've received a lot of feedback about the show and continued to research the issues. Some people say the "woke right" isn't a thing. Others say, it's "absolutely a thing." It's a lot to process. We don't claim …
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SSA & Jewish to Born Again: Taylor Simon Maxwell Testimony
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Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In today’s episode, I talk with a Jewish man who struggles with same-sex attraction, but found freedom in Christ! His story and inspiring. Taylor's YouTube Channel Taylor's Website The Becket Cook Show Ep. 164 This Episode of The Becket Cook Show is available on YouTube Join the Patreon! Discover more Christ…
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Application Discussion: The Consequences of Killing God
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Following this week's discussion with author, writer, and speaker John Stonestreet, we wanted to leave you with some practical application steps you can take away from the episode. Join us for this post-show discussion as we try to get practical. View the transcript, leave comments, and check out recommended resources on the Episode Landing Page! D…
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The Consequences of Killing God with John Stonestreet
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The foundation of our society has shifted beneath our feet. Where there was once a firm base rooted in the Bible, we now find our culture in a moral freefall. Special guest John Stonestreet from the Colson Center reveals how subtle shifts have radically eroded people’s ability to find truth, identity, justice, and meaning. Believers have a responsi…
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Understanding the Times and Seasons by Darrow Miller
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The men of Issachar are described in the Bible as having an understanding of their times and knowledge about what to do (1 Chronicles 12:32). This is no time to sit passively, expecting the Lord to accomplish His work apart from His people. Jesus is not only the Lamb of God; He is the Lion of Judah, the Victor, and the Dragon Slayer. We must not fe…
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The Struggles of Trauma, Mental Illness & the Christian Life | 6/1/2024 | #180
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There is so much confusion among Christians about the issue of counseling and mental illness. Some think that it undermines the authority of Scripture to even see a therapist. Others seem to lack discernment about how to prevent therapy becoming a gateway to unbiblical life choices. We've asked our friend, Dr. David King, professor in social work a…
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Gay Is the New Black? Pastor Voddie Baucham Interview
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Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In today’s episode, I talk with Pastor Voddie Baucham about his new book, “It’s Not Like Being Black: How Sexual Activists Hijacked the Civil Rights Movement.” “Gay is not the new black, it’s merely the old sodomy,” says Voddie Bauchum. Sexual identity is not the same thing as race and has been manipulated t…
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A Framework for a Life that Works with Katherine Gallagher
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Many Christians uncritically blend secular thinking with a Christian worldview. They syncretize the dominant worldview of their friends, family, and community with bits and pieces of a biblical worldview. Today's guest shares that this fragmented thinking creates real challenges, because only one worldview actually works. There's only one God, and …
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The Truth About Birth Control and Chemical Abortion | 5/25/24 | #179
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A key theme on the podcast this year is justice for the pre-born. We are exploring the issue from a variety of different angles. The overturning of Roe hasn't automatically increased safety for the pre-born. Chemical abortions are on the rise. We've asked our friend, OB-GYN Dr. Chris Cirucci to come back on the show and explain the dangers of chemi…
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Support The Becket Cook Show on Patreon! In today's episode, I take a look at the daring graduation speech that Harrison Butker gave at Benedictine College in Kansas. I give my thoughts on each part of the speech. Do I agree with him on all of it? We’ll see… The Becket Cook Show Ep. 162 This Episode of The Becket Cook Show is available on YouTube J…
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Another Angle EP8: Andrew Klavan on Antisemitism, Culture War, and the Post-Truth Age
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In the final episode of the season (and Isaac's final episode on the podcast), our hosts sit down with Andrew Klavan, award-winning author and host of the Andrew Klavan Show at the Daily Wire, for a conversation on everything from the phrase 'Christ is King' to current events to the church's mission in the postmodern world. 2:10 - Christ Is King 5:…
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Honey, We Shrunk the Gospel with Leanna Cinquanta
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To their detriment, many ministries pivot between a message of salvation and a social gospel–neither capture the fullness of the Great Commission. Dr. Leanna Cinquanta, the dynamic founder of We Ignite Nations (WIN) passionately challenges Christians to shift their understanding from a shrunken gospel to the comprehensive gospel of the kingdom, whi…
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Biden Panders to Blacks at Morehouse | Episode 35 | Off Code
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Join Monique and Kevin as they chop it up about President Biden's recent speech at Morehouse and what happens when you make "blackness" your core identity.By Monique Duson & Kevin Briggins
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