This is the first episode of Era 1: God's World Created. We've moved past our Starting Point, the introductory episodes, and are beginning "in the beginning" with Genesis One. In the Genesis narrative, we witness the emergence of light and darkness, the birth of the creatures of the sea and land, and traverse the seven days of creation. This journey promises an enriching understanding of beauty, its divine origins, and its impact on our lives. Beyond this, we delve into the profound link...

In this episode, co-hosts Dr. David Pocta and Hannah Desouza delve into the rich tapestry of ancestry, genealogies, and God's grand narrative from Genesis to Revelation. Drawing on personal experiences with ancestry DNA, they explore the significance of origin stories against the backdrop of God's grand vision.   They trace the narrative through the 1189 chapters of the Bible, exploring the tension between divine intent and human free will. The episode concludes with an anticipation of deep...

In this podcast episode, hosts Dr. David Pocta and Hannah Desouza introduce listeners to Christian spirituality, comparing it to a spectrum much like sports, with varying players, rules, and complexities. The duo takes a deep dive into the concept of hermeneutics, shedding light on the significance of love as a lens through which the Bible is interpreted.  The episode delves into the history of Christianity, highlighting moments of deviation, and discusses how personal context, culture, and...

In this episode of Thread, co-hosts Hannah Desousa and Dr. David Pocta delve into the transformative power of storytelling and its profound connection to spirituality and faith. With insights from renowned authors like Sarah Clarkson, Brad Kel, and Sandra Richter, they unpack the narrative tapestry of the Bible, exploring how it shapes our understanding of God, ourselves, and the world around us.  The episode highlights the significant role of narrative as the driving genre of Scripture, the...

In this episode of The Thread podcast, Dr. David Pocta and Hannah Desouza delve into the complex topic of our perception of God, examining how formative experiences and spiritual leadership shape our image of him. The discussion begins with an analysis of familial and experiential influences before progressing to strategies for building a healthy image of God that is also dynamic and challenging.  Hannah and David discuss insights from the wisdom of others, contextualized scripture, and...

In this introductory episode of Thread, co-hosts Hannah Desouza and Dr. David Pocta share their diverse spiritual narratives. Hannah recounts her journey from being raised by ministers in London. Dr. Pocta, on the other hand, shares his transformation from a troubled youth to finding spiritual direction. Through their stories and conversations on spirituality, deconstruction, and reconstruction, they hope to help listeners discover their own place in God's grand story. Topics...

Thread is a podcast about finding our place in God's story. We invite you to follow along with Dr. David Pocta and Hannah DeSouza as they guide us on a journey through the Bible, exploring how the biblical narrative can transform and inspire us to live a life of fullness in Christ.We're more than just a podcast. Check out www.ThreadPodcast.org for resources that can help integrate Thread into your life and the life of your church.