Bible Threads With Dr. Bruce Becker

Here are some Bible words that aren't too common—Ephod, Urim, and Thummim—except in this episode. In this episode, Dr. Bruce Becker examines the wardrobe of the Old Testament High Priest, expecially the 14-16 precious stones used in his wardrobe. If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your support? Thank you!

How do people today commemorate important, significant, or even tragic events? In this episode, Dr. Bruce Becker explores how Moses, Joshua, and Samuel commemorated special events. All three used stones. And is it that much different today? If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your support? Thank you!

Since when does water come from a rock? In this episode, Dr. Bruce Becker explores the two water-from-the-rock events that occurred during Israel's 40-year wandering in the wilderness and their connection to Christ. If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your support? Thank you!

What's the difference between rocks and stones as they occur in the Bible?  In this episode, Dr. Bruce Becker begins a new series by exploring two kinds of stone and how they were used in ancient Israel. He also gives special attention to two structures in the Old Testament—the walls of Jericho and Solomon's Temple.  If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your support? Thank you!

Twenty-eight nobodies who turned out to be twenty-eight somebodies. In this episode, Dr. Bruce Becker explores the apostle Paul's ministry partners—coworkers, friends, and relatives—who were the church in Rome during the first century.  If you enjoy this podcast and make it a regular part of your week, would you consider helping us with your support? Thank you!