The Truth About Conspiracy Theories: A Biblical Perspective

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 -- 📌 Help me be cancel proof! Let's connect OFF of YouTube: 👉 www.theologymom.com/contact 📌 Find out more about my work 👉 www.theologymom.com/ 📌 Grab my FREE e-book, "Discipling Yourself As You Disciple Your Children" 👉 www.theologymom.com/contact Follow my work on socials 👉 www.instagram.com/centerforbiblicalunity 👉 www.facebook.com/theologymom 👉    / @theologymom   👉    / @centerforbiblicalunity   👉    / @allthethingsshow   👉 www.facebook.com/attlivestream 👉 www.instagram.com/allthethings.show Support my work 👉 www.centerforbiblicalunity.com/donate 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. 👉 www.centerforbiblicalunity.com/mobileapp #conspiracytheories #theologymom