Season: 13 Episode: 186
Summary:
In this episode, I’m joined by Monique Duson and Krista Bontrager from the Center for Biblical Unity. We dive into what true racial reconciliation looks like from a biblical worldview and why the church must reject secular ideologies like Critical Race Theory in favor of gospel-centered truth.
Monique and Krista share how their friendship began and how it laid the foundation for their ministry partnership. For example, Monique unpacks her journey out of the framework of social justice ideology, while Krista brings clarity to the theological dangers of redefining justice,oppression, and reconciliation through a cultural lens. Together, they explore why sound doctrine is essential for discerning truth from error. They also explain how unity in the body of Christ must be grounded in Scripture, not shaped by the shifting winds of culture.
If you’ve ever wrestled with how to think biblically about race, justice, or unity in the church, this conversation will equip and challenge you in all the rightways.
📖 Grab their book: Walking in Unity
🔗 Learn more: centerforbiblicalunity.com
About Monique and Krista
Monique Duson is the President at the Center for Biblical Unity. Monique has a background in social service and children’s ministry. She has worked with a diverse array of under-served communities. She worked as a Missionary to South Africa for over four years. Monique served children and teachers impacted by drugs, violence, and trauma. Monique spent two decades advocating for Critical Race Theory (CRT). Then, through a series of events, began to clearly see the contradictions of CRT with the historic Christian worldview.
Monique is now convinced that CRT is not the best way to achieve racial unity and actively speaks out against the use of CRT within the church. Actually, she has appeared on shows such as Relatable (with Allie Beth Stuckey), the Alisa Childers podcast, and Breakpoint (with John Stonestreet). Monique has a BA in Sociology from Biola University. She is working on a MA in Public Theology at Birmingham Theological Seminary.
Krista Bontrager is a fourth-generation Bible teacher. She is an author, podcaster and former university professor. Krista’s teaching reverberates with Christians from all walks of life. She has a unique ability to communicate the truth of Scripture in an accessible and practical way. She has dedicated her life to helping others discover how to love God in Spirit and truth. Krista has a BA in Communications from Biola University, and a MA in Theology, and MA in Bible Exposition from Talbot School of Theology. She has worked for almost three decades in various capacities in theology and apologetics, and is the VP of Educational Programs and Biblical Integrity at the Center for Biblical Unity. She is a Doctor of Ministry candidate in Public Theology at Birmingham Theological Seminary. Krista has appeared on shows such as the Alisa Childers podcast and Focus on the Family.
Question One
You both have such powerful personal stories that shape how you approach unity. Can you share what led you to write Walking in Unity and why the Church needs this message right now?
Question Two
One of the things I appreciated is how you define unity biblically, not culturally. How can Christians recognize the difference between a counterfeit unity and the kind Scripture calls us to?
Question Three
You challenge some of the popular ideas around racial justice that have crept into the Church. Therefore, what would you say to a believer who’s wrestling with wanting to pursue justice, but feels pressure to conform to secular ideologies?
Question Four
Your book talks about building unity around truth. Therefore, how do we hold fast to biblical truth in conversations that often feel emotional or even divisive – especially within the body of Christ?
Question Five
What practical steps can churches and individual believers take to start walking in true, gospel-centered unity today — especially when there’s already tension or misunderstanding in the room?
Question Six
Where can we find you and use your resources to navigate conversations and answer our questions about unity in this area?
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