Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this first episode of the series “The Truth about Conspiracy Theories,” theologian Krista Bontrager explores the definition of 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.
Conversation run-down:
0:00 Opening
2:44 "I love a good conspiracy theory"
6:16 Series Overview
7:27 What Is a Conspiracy Theory? (definition)
9:39 Real Conspiracies in the Bible & History
11:32 History of the Term “Conspiracy Theory”
16:48 Conspiracy Theories Today
20:50 The Seduction of Conspiracy Theories
23:19 My Trust Shattered by the Pandemic
24:30 3 examples of "conspiracy theories" that now have a basis in fact
31:46 My Own Dark Rabbit Holes
34:18 The Garden of Eden Warning
36:55 When I Snapped Back to Reality
38:54 Four Key Points + Biblical Response
40:29 Closing Prayer & Call to Action
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In this first episode of the series “The Truth about Conspiracy Theories,” theologian Krista Bontrager explores the definition of 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.
Conversation run-down:
0:00 Opening
2:44 "I love a good conspiracy theory"
6:16 Series Overview
7:27 What Is a Conspiracy Theory? (definition)
9:39 Real Conspiracies in the Bible & History
11:32 History of the Term “Conspiracy Theory”
16:48 Conspiracy Theories Today
20:50 The Seduction of Conspiracy Theories
23:19 My Trust Shattered by the Pandemic
24:30 3 examples of "conspiracy theories" that now have a basis in fact
31:46 My Own Dark Rabbit Holes
34:18 The Garden of Eden Warning
36:55 When I Snapped Back to Reality
38:54 Four Key Points + Biblical Response
40:29 Closing Prayer & Call to Action
📌 Watch my previous discussion, "6 Things I Changed My Mind About Since 2020"
👉 youtube.com/live/SksMC6GX9_0
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📌 Find out more about my work
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📌 Grab my FREE e-book, "Discipling Yourself As You Disciple Your Children"
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Follow my work on socials
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👉 facebook.com/theologymom
👉 youtube.com/@TheologyMom
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👉 instagram.com/allthethings.show
Support my work
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Stay connected by downloading the CFBU app! With the CFBU app, you'll have all our resources (Theology Mom, All the Things Show, and CFBU) at your fingertips. Search for "center for biblical unity" in your app store.
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#conspiracytheories #theologymom
