True Grace Ministries International

Pastor Bryan Threlkeld continues the “silence of God” discussion by facing the problem of evil and suffering. He points to a fallen world, human freedom, and Jesus sharing in our pain at the cross... then contrasts Christian hope with the bleak silence of a no-God story.

Pastor Bryan Threlkeld explains three destructive ways doubt can harden the heart: skepticism, cynicism, and unbelief. Using Scripture, he contrasts honest doubt with a refusal to trust, and calls listeners back to a life that leans on God instead of self-protection.

Pastor Bryan Threlkeld begins a new teaching on faith, doubt, and trust by showing how relationships depend on trust, and how doubt can turn destructive when it attacks God’s character. Using the Bible, especially Genesis 3 and the story of Doubting Thomas, he explores skepticism as one form of “doubt gone bad” and explains how Jesus meets honest questions with truth and grace.

Pastor Bryan Threlkeld teaches that doubt is not the opposite of faith but often the environment where faith grows. He explains why everyone lives by faith, why certainty is not required to follow Jesus, and how honest questions can lead to deeper trust and greater faithfulness.

Pastor Bryan Threlkeld shows how God speaks through Scripture and why the Bible should be read as one cohesive story with five acts that culminate in the life of Jesus and the establishment of His church. He explains how this framework brings clarity to the law, strengthens confidence in God’s Word, and helps believers move forward with guidance and hope.

Pastor Bryan Threlkeld answers a big question: does God speak, and can we trust His voice in the Bible? He shows why Scripture carries God’s authority and why it’s best understood as one unfolding story with a clear direction. You’ll also get a simple framework for reading the Old Testament and seeing how it leads to Jesus.

Pastor Bryan Threlkeld continues his 2-part series on why Jesus’ teaching changed the world by focusing on who Jesus taught, what He taught, and when He taught. This episode traces how Jesus influenced education, literacy, and the way Christians pursued knowledge throughout history. It ends with a practical question for every listener: Have you made Jesus your teacher?

Pastor Bryan Threlkeld looks at why Jesus stood apart from every other teacher, focusing on how He taught with authority and why He taught to change lives. Using Scripture from the Gospels and Acts, this episode shows why Jesus’ words still challenge, comfort, and reshape ordinary people today.

Pastor Bryan Threlkeld examines whether we can trust the Bible without having the original manuscripts. He compares the Bible’s manuscript evidence to other ancient writings, explains why copy dates matter, and highlights how major discoveries strengthened confidence in the Old and New Testament texts. He also touches on common objections people raise and how to think about them carefully.

Pastor Bryan Threlkeld explains what apostasy means in the Bible and why genuine Christians can depart from the faith without forfeiting salvation. He shows how Scripture warns of serious discipline and loss of reward, while grounding assurance in God’s faithfulness and Jesus’ promise of eternal life.

In this episode, Pastor Bryan Threlkeld walks through the story of Simon the sorcerer in Acts 8 and asks whether his serious sin meant he was never truly saved. Looking closely at the text, he explains what this account shows about sin, salvation, and how Scripture helps believers find confidence in Christ.

In this conversation, Pastor Bryan Threlkeld talks with Mike Durnin about a grace-centered ministry in the Philippines.  Hear the story of how a ukulele outreach drew churches together, how pastors are being strengthened, and how a new campus will serve church leaders and children. Discover a story of unity, worship, and practical help rooted in Scripture and God’s grace.

Why should Christians serve God? In this episode of Tipping Sacred Cows, Pastor Bryan Threlkeld walks through Scripture to sort out unworthy motives (like legalism, false guilt, and self-gain) from worthy, biblical motives (like love, gratitude, eternal significance, rewards, duty, and reverent fear). It’s a pastoral invitation to examine your heart, rest in God's grace, and serve the Lord with motives that please His heart.