Best Krista Bontrager Podcasts (2024)

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Theologian Krista Bontrager on Diversity 50:36

17d ago50:36

50:36

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose interview Krista Bontrager about diversity, equity and inclusion. What is diversity? Are there any benefits to diversity? Are there any disadvantages to diversity? How does the concept of representation apply to diversity? Should Christians try to redeem DEI, or should we just avoid it? What is the future of DEI in co…

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Core Christian beliefs with Krista Bontrager 47:24

17d ago47:24

47:24

Have you ever found yourself longing for a deeper connection to your faith, beyond the Sunday sermons and worship songs? Krista Bontrager, affectionately known as Theology Mom, joins us to unravel the profound tenets that lie at the heart of Christianity. She shares her enlightening journey—rooted in a vibrant Christian home and enriched by her ext…

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Frank Turek: Same-Sex Marriage and Transgenderism 57:44

2d ago57:44

57:44

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose interview Christian apologist Frank Turek about the updated and expanded edition of his book "Correct, Not Politically Correct: About Same-Sex Marriage and Transgenderism". Why should the government favor natural marriage? How should we respond to arguments for same-sex marriage? How has same-sex marriage changed soci…

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How to Discover Your True Purpose in Christ with Shanda Fulbright 36:06

2d ago36:06

36:06

Have you ever felt the stirring of unfulfilled potential or pondered the intricate weave of your life's purpose? We're embarking on a soul-searching journey with Shanda Fulbright, who joins us to illuminate the path to discovering our true purpose in Christ. Our lively conversation uncovers how the gifts God has graced us with are not just mere tal…

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Chemist Fazale Rana Investigates the Origin of Life 56:20

1M ago56:20

56:20

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose interview Dr. Fazale "Fuz" Rana about the appearance of first life on Earth. What are the minimum functions of a simple living system? When did life appear on the Earth? What are the best naturalistic hypotheses for the origin of life? Are any of these scenarios plausible? What is the best explanation for the informat…

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Bible Study Blueprint: Memorizing Scripture with Amy Hall 39:08

1M ago39:08

39:08

Discover the strength that lies within the pages of Scripture as Amy Hall from Stand to Reason joins me, Dwan, to shed light on the transformative practice of Bible memorization. Engage with us on a journey that reveals how Scripture, when committed to memory, can shape our daily language and actions, offering wisdom for every moment. As we conclud…

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Historian Mike Licona Investigates the Resurrection 51:01

2M ago51:01

51:01

Just in time for Easter, Wintery Knight and Desert Rose interview Dr. Michael Licona about how historians can investigate miracle claims, such as the resurrection of Jesus. Can historians control for their biases and presuppositions? What are the most reliable sources for the life of Jesus? Can Christians make a compelling case for the resurrection…

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Bible Study Blueprint: What is the Context? 25:20

2M ago25:20

25:20

Discover the unseen layers of meaning in the Bible that can transform your understanding of its teachings. In this episode, we guide you through the intricacies of scriptural interpretation with an eye-opening discussion that reveals the indispensable role of context. From the historical to the cultural, and the geographical to the literary, each f…

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Boldly Defending Truth in the Face of Compromise 46:32

2M ago46:32

46:32

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss the task of defending the Bible's moral teachings in a culture that rejects moral knowledge. We discuss what the Bible teaches about making moral judgements. We discuss the arguments of churches that reject the Bible's moral teachings, and whether their approach succeeded. We discuss strategies for speaking bo…

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Bible Study Blueprint: Biblical Interpretation 22:40

2M ago22:40

22:40

Understanding the Bible is important. It's our instruction manual for life, so its vital that we know and understand its message. Embark on a journey to decode the mysteries of Scripture as we unveil the principles of hermeneutics, exegesis, and eisegesis guiding us to the heart of biblical understanding. We touch on how grammar, context, and the a…

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Bible Study Blueprint: More steps and tips to studying the Bible 17:17

3M ago17:17

17:17

Embark on a transformative journey with me, into the world of Bible study where we uncover the richness of Scripture and its impact on our faith. Let's talk practicality: I know the challenges of maintaining a consistent study habit, which is why I'm offering you a toolbox of resources to jumpstart your journey. Delve into the methods of Kay Arthur…

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Bible Study Blueprint: How start studying the Bible 17:23

3M ago17:23

17:23

In this spiritual journey, we aren't racing to the last page; we're savoring each word, allowing the living communication from God to resonate within us, sometimes for weeks or even months on a single passage. I invite you to join me in this patient quest for understanding, as we seek to establish a Bible study routine that is anchored in the recog…

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John Sailer: Uncovering DEI in Higher Education 48:13

3M ago48:13

48:13

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose interview John Sailer of the National Association of Scholars about DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) policies in higher education. We discussed DEI in faculty hiring, referencing guidelines ("rubrics") from major universities. We discussed DEI in research grant applications. We discussed John's victories so far, …

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Evaluating Testimony as a Tool for Evangelism 59:31

4M ago59:31

59:31

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose evaluate the use of personal testimony as a tool for evangelism. What does the testimony approach offer to non-Christians? How is testimony used in the Bible? How should Christians engage in conversations with non-Christians? How does the widespread use of testimony change the way that Christianity is perceived by non…

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Exploring the Character of God: A Reflection 20:29

5M ago20:29

20:29

What if the path to personal growth, comfort, and a different perspective on life was not in the self-help section of the bookstore, but in a closer relationship with God? That's where our exploration of God's attributes leads us. In this wrap-up episode of our series, we delve into how understanding God's sovereignty, immutability, goodness, and f…

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Exploring the Character of God: The incomprehensibility of God 17:41

5M ago17:41

17:41

How far can human comprehension stretch to understand God? We acknowledge our human constraints, yet remain grateful for the knowledge gifted to us. Discover how God intentionally discloses Himself to humanity through scripture, historical events, dreams, visions, and the pivotal role of Jesus Christ. In this episode, we grapple with the counterbal…

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Exploring the Character of God: Navigating through God's Wrath, Justice and Love 17:05

5M ago17:05

17:05

Ever wondered why God’s anger isn’t akin to a vengeful fury but an act of righteousness against sin and injustice? In this thought-provoking episode of Faithfullyliven we aim to address this very question, and more. Embarking on this spiritual journey, we'll discuss God’s wrath, justice, and love. Tune in to this enlightening episode to deepen your…

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Exploring the Character of God: Unpacking the Omnipresence, Omniscience, and Omnipotence of God 23:05

5M ago23:05

23:05

Imagine a world where you are never alone, where wisdom is always within reach, and where limitless power is at work for your good - this isn't a fantasy, it's the reality of God's omnipresence, omniscience, and omnipotence. Join me as we unpack these awe-inspiring attributes of God and illuminate how they can be applied to your life, inspiring a m…

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Exploring the Character of God: The Transformative Power of God’s Goodness, Grace, Mercy, and Patience 21:09

6M ago21:09

21:09

Are you ready to embark on an enlightening journey that will stir your soul and inspire your spirit? In this episode, we explore the transformative power of God's divine attributes – His goodness, mercy, grace, and patience. References A. W. Tozer and David E. Fessenden, The Attributes of God: A Journey into the Father’s Heart, vol. 1 The Nature of…

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Violence in the Bible: The Conquest of Canaan 39:12

6M ago39:12

39:12

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss a common objection to Christianity - that God commanded the Israelites to commit unjustified acts of violence against innocent people. We focus on an important example of this: the Conquest of Canaan. We discuss the historical context of the war and what it says about God's character. We also discuss strategie…

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Exploring the Character of God: The Independence and Self-existence of God 13:07

6M ago13:07

13:07

Are you ready to embark on an enlightening journey toward understanding the self-existence of God? This episode revolves around the fact that God is uncaused, eternal, and independent - He requires nothing from us for His existence. Drawing from scriptural references in both the Old and New Testament, and delve into the implications of God's existe…

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Exploring the Character of God: The Faithfulness of God 19:17

6M ago19:17

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Imagine having a friend who never breaks a promise, who's unchanging and consistent in their actions. Now, magnify that image infinite times and you get God's faithfulness. This episode is a deep dive into the understanding of God's unwavering faithfulness, drawn from theological text, biblical passages, and personal reflections. Resources The Attr…

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Exploring the Character of God: God's Unchangeable Nature 18:09

6M ago18:09

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Today we explore God's immutable nature. We start our journey by investigating God's immutability, His unchangeable nature, character, and essence. We'll shine a light on scripture passages that reassure us of His consistent love, wisdom, and holiness. And for those parts of the scriptures that seem to depict God changing His mind or expressing reg…

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Exploring the Character of God: Holiness of God 19:31

7M ago19:31

19:31

Have you ever yearned to truly comprehend the Holiness of God? Gear up for an enlightening journey that brings this divine attribute into focus. This exploration isn't just academic; it’s personal, designed to reveal the Holy Spirit’s work in everyday situations. This understanding is more than just an intellectual exercise; it can spark a transfor…

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Seth Dillon: A Case for Mockery and Sarcasm 45:47

7M ago45:47

45:47

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose interview Seth Dillon, CEO of the famous website "The Babylon Bee". We discuss the effectiveness of mockery and sarcasm for opposing censorship by the secular left. We discuss what role apologetics played in building Seth's Christian worldview. We also discuss how Christians can build a view of the world that takes th…

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Exploring the Character of God: Sovereignty and Human Free Will 16:59

7M ago16:59

16:59

What if the age-old paradox of God's absolute authority and human free will could be untangled? Here's a tantalizing revelation: our choices, freely made, are intricately woven into God's grand plan. In this episode we will venture into an enlightening exploration of these profound aspects of faith. We dive into the vast ocean of God's sovereignty.…

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Exploring the Character of God: an introduction 12:06

7M ago12:06

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Ever wondered how understanding God's attributes could bring you closer to Him? How they could offer peace, relief, and foster a more meaningful relationship with Him? Well, it's time to lift the veil and immerse ourselves in the exploration of these divine attributes. So, get ready for a transformative experience that not only deepens your underst…

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J. Warner Wallace: Cold-Case Christianity, Updated & Expanded 53:28

7M ago53:28

53:28

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose interview Christian apologist J. Warner Wallace about the updated and expanded edition of his book "Cold-Case Christianity". Can modern people take a book seriously if it contains miracles? Are the biographies of Jesus reliable? Did the bias of the Gospel writers affect their accuracy? We also discuss the other sectio…

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What is the State of your Theology? 22:10

7M ago22:10

22:10

Ready to challenge what you think you know about theology? Get ready to uncover some startling revelations about the shifting landscape of beliefs among American evangelical adults. We're dissecting findings from The State of Theology survey, a thought-provoking study conducted by Ligonier Ministries and LifeWay Research. Prepare to delve into atti…

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Former Muslim Hatun Tash: Debating Islam, Part 2 44:15

8M ago44:15

44:15

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose continue our discussion with former Muslim Hatun Tash. We talk about whether deception is permitted in Islam. We discuss what the Qur'an says about women, and what women can expect in the afterlife. We discuss Andrew Tate and whether he is a real Muslim. Finally, we ask Hatun about persevering through challenges to he…

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Welcome to Faithfullyliven 1:23

8M ago1:23

1:23

Welcome to Faithfullyliven: the podcast with Dwan Dixon. A place to learn how to live for Christ faithfully. Whether you're seeking guidance on studying the Bible, understanding the Bible better, learning how to remain faithful to historic Christianity in a contemporary society, or simply craving a dose of encouragement, Faithfullyliven, the podcas…

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Former Muslim Hatun Tash: Debating Islam, Part 1 45:00

8M ago45:00

45:00

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose welcome our first guest onto the show. Hatun Tash is a former Muslim who was born in Turkey. We discuss the importance of perfect preservation of the Qur'an in Islam, and compare different translations to see if they all agree. We discuss Hatun's experiences discussing her Christian faith with Muslims in different cou…

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Are All Religions the Same? Part 5: History 42:58

9M ago42:58

42:58

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose continue their discussion about whether all religions are equally valid paths to God. Our victim this time is Islam, which denies the crucifixion of Jesus. We explain why the crucifixion is a virtually undeniable fact of history. We discuss how historians evaluate reports from ancient history. We review the evidence f…

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Are All Religions the Same? Part 4: Prophecy 38:29

9M ago38:29

38:29

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose continue their discussion about whether all religions are equally valid paths to God. In this episode, we look at a passage from the Bible that makes many specific predictions about the Messiah. We'll discuss whether Jesus is a good match for the predictions in the passage. Then we respond to objections from a well-kn…

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Are All Religions the Same? Part 3: Predictions 38:34

9M ago38:34

38:34

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose continue their discussion about whether all religions are equally valid paths to God. In this episode, we look at what different worldviews have predicted about the future. We don't just focus on the prophecies of various religious, but also look at the predictions of secular, non-religious people. We've decided to ex…

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Are All Religions the Same? Part 2: Fine-Tuning 44:47

10M ago44:47

44:47

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose continue discussing whether all religions are equally valid paths to God. In this episode, we look at what different worldviews say about whether the universe is actually designed, or only appears to be designed. We look at scientific evidence for design of the universe, our galaxy, our star, our planet and our moon. …

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Are All Religions the Same? Part 1: Cosmic Origins 41:01

11M ago41:01

41:01

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss the view that all religions are equally valid paths to God. We start by talking about what truth is, why truth matters, and the difference between objective and subjective truth claims. We discuss how different religions make different testable truth claims. We look at how different religions answer the questi…

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Economics and the Bible: Was Jesus a Socialist? Part 3 50:19

11M ago50:19

50:19

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose look at history and discuss whether socialism has been good for Christians. We discuss whether successful European countries are good examples of socialism. We discuss whether high tax rates and government ownership of businesses has been good for Christians in Canada. We then turn to the free market system, and discu…

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Economics and the Bible: Was Jesus a Socialist? Part 2 38:22

1y ago38:22

38:22

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose look at several passages of the Bible where Jesus speaks about economics issues, and discuss whether his words are more compatible with socialism or free enterprise. What view of property does Jesus assume? Who should redistribute wealth to alleviate poverty - governments or individuals? What does the Bible teach abou…

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Economics and the Bible: Was Jesus a Socialist? Part 1 38:32

1y ago38:32

38:32

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose define socialism, and contrast socialist policies with free market policies. We discuss why a growing number of people find socialism attractive. We discuss several Bible verses cited by socialists who argue that Jesus was a socialist or that Jesus taught socialism. This is the first episode of a three-part series. Pl…

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Commitment Issues: Searching for Love with Purpose 50:57

1+ y ago50:57

50:57

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss how to find a partner to marry. We talk about God's design for marriage, and contrast that with society's view of marriage. We talk about how to measure a person's suitability for marriage. We contrast our strategies with a half-dozen rival strategies, using peer-reviewed research. We talk about compatibility …

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A Marriage Proposal: The Case for Traditional Marriage 40:24

1+ y ago40:24

40:24

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss the definition of marriage. We talk about why government is interested in marriage. We discuss two different re-definitions of marriage. We explain how each re-definition of marriage affected society, culture and children. We answer objections to traditional marriage. We end the episode by talking about Jesus'…

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Christianity’s Impact on the World, Part 3 42:45

1+ y ago42:45

42:45

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss how Christianity has impacted the world in many different areas. In this episode, we discuss science, arts and architecture, and justice. We start by talking about the beliefs and practices were dominant in pre-Christian society. We then explain what the Bible teaches, and what practices emerged from these bel…

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Christianity’s Impact on the World, Part 2 44:43

1+ y ago44:43

44:43

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss how Christianity has impacted the world in many different areas. In this episode, we discuss labor, slavery and education. We start by talking about the beliefs and practices were dominant in pre-Christian society. We then explain what the Bible teaches, and what practices emerged from these beliefs. This is t…

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Christianity’s Impact on the World, Part 1 42:52

1+ y ago42:52

42:52

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss how Christianity has influenced society in many different areas. In this episode, we discuss the sanctity of life, health care, and the status of women. We start by talking about the beliefs and practices were dominant in pre-Christian culture. We then explain what the Bible teaches, and what practices emerged…

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Making Wise Decisions: A Life Without Regret 45:00

1+ y ago45:00

45:00

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss how to avoid regret by making good decisions. We start by talking about what it means to make a wise decision. Then we offer advice to help you make wiser decisions in a wide range of areas: friendships, peer pressure, role models, mentors, education, vocation, finances, relationships, marriage, and parenting.…

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Quick Answers to Common Atheist Objections, Part 3 48:39

1+ y ago48:39

48:39

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss how to respond to common atheist objections to Christianity, in a minute or two. We cover these topics: Christianity as a crutch for the weak, goodness without God, intolerance by Christians, the Bible can be used to prove anything, if you were born in India you'd be a Hindu, why are there so many denomination…

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Quick Answers to Common Atheist Objections, Part 2 45:25

1+ y ago45:25

45:25

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss how to respond to common atheist objections to Christianity, in a minute or two. We cover these topics: eternal punishment, Old Testament conquests, the appropriateness of worship, forcing beliefs on others, hypocrisy in the church, religious wars, and LGBT rights. This is the second of a three-part series. Pl…

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Quick Answers to Common Atheist Objections, Part 1 44:22

1+ y ago44:22

44:22

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss how to respond to common atheist objections to Christianity, in a minute or two. We cover these topics: insufficient evidence, evolution, status of women, days of Genesis, copying from ancient myths, and forced labor. This is the first of a three-part series. Please subscribe, like, comment, and share. Show no…

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A Christian View of Crime and Self-Defense 47:15

1+ y ago47:15

47:15

Wintery Knight and Desert Rose discuss crime and self-defense. We're going to start by talking about why crime has become a more pressing problem lately. Then we'll talk about what role the police play in stopping crime. Then we'll talk about what the Bible says about self-defense. Finally, we'll talk about the real root cause of crime, and what Ch…

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