78 episodes

The Bible can be intimidating, right? There are 66 different books, more than 700,000 words, and all of it was written over a period of 1,600 years by dozens of different authors. How do we make sense of it all, and what does it mean for our lives? Amazingly, the Bible is incredibly interconnected with “threads” that run through it from beginning to end. In this podcast, Bible scholar and author Dr. Bruce Becker will uncover these threads, help you dig deeper into God’s truth, and inspire you to live your life with greater confidence and joy.

Dr. Becker brings his vast experience to share with you through this podcast. He has served as the pastor of a mission start in New York State, lead pastor of a church in Brillion, Wisconsin, and a ministry coach to churches and schools. Dr. Becker is currently the executive vice president of Time of Grace Ministry.

Time of Grace is for people who want more growth and less struggle in their spiritual walk. We connect people to God’s grace so they know they are loved and forgiven and so they can start living in the freedom they’ve always wanted. In addition to podcasts, our ministry delivers the timeless truth of God’s Word through television, print, and digital media with millions of content engagements each month. Visit us online at timeofgrace.org

Bible Threads With Dr. Bruce Becker Time of Grace Ministry

    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.9 • 46 Ratings

The Bible can be intimidating, right? There are 66 different books, more than 700,000 words, and all of it was written over a period of 1,600 years by dozens of different authors. How do we make sense of it all, and what does it mean for our lives? Amazingly, the Bible is incredibly interconnected with “threads” that run through it from beginning to end. In this podcast, Bible scholar and author Dr. Bruce Becker will uncover these threads, help you dig deeper into God’s truth, and inspire you to live your life with greater confidence and joy.

Dr. Becker brings his vast experience to share with you through this podcast. He has served as the pastor of a mission start in New York State, lead pastor of a church in Brillion, Wisconsin, and a ministry coach to churches and schools. Dr. Becker is currently the executive vice president of Time of Grace Ministry.

Time of Grace is for people who want more growth and less struggle in their spiritual walk. We connect people to God’s grace so they know they are loved and forgiven and so they can start living in the freedom they’ve always wanted. In addition to podcasts, our ministry delivers the timeless truth of God’s Word through television, print, and digital media with millions of content engagements each month. Visit us online at timeofgrace.org

    War Zone—David's Downfall

    War Zone—David's Downfall

    Can Satan put thoughts into our minds? Yes. He can and he does.
    In this episode, Dr. Bruce Becker takes us to a war zone where the man, whom the Bible calls "a man after God's own heart," experienced a deadly downfall. King David was seduced by Satan into taking a forbidden census. As a result, David and the people of Israel experienced the consequences of David's foolish actions. Yet, as the story unfolds, we see the love and mercy of the Lord God.
    If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your support? Thank you!

    • 25 min
    War Zone—Job in the Crosshairs

    War Zone—Job in the Crosshairs

    Satan comes into the presence of the Lord God? Really?
    In this episode, Dr. Bruce Becker takes us to a war zone where the greatest man living at that time found himself in Satan's crosshairs. Satan wanted to inflict misery on Job to make Job curse God. There are two big takeaways in this episode, one about Satan and one about the Lord God. If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your support? Thank you!

    • 26 min
    War Zone—A World Full of Evil

    War Zone—A World Full of Evil

    Who are the "sons of God" and the "Nephilim" in Genesis chapter 6?
    In this episode, Dr. Bruce Becker explores this challenging question. The world was full of evil during the days of Noah, 120 years prior to when the Lord God destroyed the world through a worldwide flood. And who was behind this evil? The devil and other rebel angels. Fortunately, the devil has been defeated by Jesus, and we are equipped to take our stand against him. If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your support? Thank you!

    • 26 min
    War Zone—Snake Bit

    War Zone—Snake Bit

    How much do like snakes?
    In this episode, Dr. Bruce Becker explores the snakes in the Bible as a prelude for the war zone in the Garden of Eden that involved a snake, the devil, and our first parents, Adam and Eve. The devil used the snake to deceive Eve into doubting God's Truth and God's Love. The result of being snake bit by the devil was deadly for Adam and Eve and for us too. But, although the devil won the battle that day, he would never win the war. Jesus crushed him with his death and resurrection. If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your support? Thank you!

    • 26 min
    War Zone—Good Gone Bad

    War Zone—Good Gone Bad

    At various times and places in the Bible, the devil shows up to wage war against God's people. God's people can find themselves in a War Zone doing battle with the devil. Thankfully, we wear the full armor of God.
    In this episode, Dr. Bruce Becker explores the origin of the devil which was good, but what followed was bad. The devil is an example of a good supernatural entity gone bad. Although there are many questions the Bible doesn't answer for us, there are clues as to what happened with the devil and why God kicked him out of heaven. If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your support? Thank you!
    Reference to the Gallup poll (https://thehill.com/changing-america/respect/diversity-inclusion/4107968-belief-in-god-the-devil-falls-to-new-low-gallup/) Reference to the NORC poll (https://apnorc.org/projects/belief-in-angels-and-heaven-is-more-common-than-belief-in-the-devil-or-hell/).

    • 26 min
    True Crimes—Bible Edition 2: The Devil

    True Crimes—Bible Edition 2: The Devil

    What was the most tragic crime ever committed and by whom?
    In this episode, Dr. Bruce Becker investigates the murder of our first parents, Adam and Eve by the Devil himself. The Devil lied to the first couple about what God had said. They believed the lie and disobeyed God. Their disobedience destroyed the perfect life and relationship God had intended for them when he created them in his own image. But that's not the end of the story. God decided to restore that life and relationship through the life, death, and resurrection of God's own Son. If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your support? Thank you!
    Reference to the "Epicurean Paradox" (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epicurus)
    Check out all our resources to help you on your walk of faith! Videos, devotions, books, podcasts, and our blog are available at timeofgrace.org. 
    Enjoy our other Time of Grace podcasts. Search for these on your favorite podcast app:
    —Time of Grace With Pastor Mike Novotny—Grace Talks Daily Devotionals—Little Things, with Amber Albee Swenson—Bible Breath, with Pastor Jeremy—Evening Encouragements, with Pastor Jeremy—The Non-Microwaved Truth, with C.L. Whiteside —The Basics With Pastor Mike Novotny: God. You. Jesus. Faith.

    • 23 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
46 Ratings

46 Ratings

WLH67 ,

War Zone - A World Full of Evil

All the episodes are very interesting and in depth. However, this one grabbed my curiosity and attention so much that I had to write a review. Dr. Becker is always so honest with the topics and will show you links to other parts of the Bible that you never saw before.

True Crimes-Bible Edition ,

True Crimes-Bible Edition

This series is so interesting. Dr. Becker does an excellent job detailing bible history. I listen to this podcast on my walk each day, and it makes the time fly. This is a series I will go back and listen to again.

noopsy_7 ,

Insight packed

I listened to Grace and Peace episode through You Version. Now I have added The Bible Threads to my podcast library. 20 mins packed with Biblical insights threading the OT and NT together is purely amazing! Encouraged!

Top Podcasts In Religion & Spirituality

The Bible Recap
Tara-Leigh Cobble
The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)
Ascension
Girls Gone Bible
Girls Gone Bible
In Totality with Megan Ashley
Megan Ashley
BibleProject
BibleProject Podcast
WHOA That's Good Podcast
Sadie Robertson Huff

You Might Also Like

Time of Grace With Pastor Mike Novotny
Time of Grace Ministry
Little Things
Time of Grace Ministry
The Nonmicrowaved Truth With C.L. Whiteside
C.L. Whiteside, Time of Grace Ministry
Grace Talks Daily Devotionals
Time of Grace Ministry
Bible Breath With Pastor Jeremy Mattek
Time of Grace Ministry
Focus on the Family Broadcast
Focus on the Family