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In The Pagan World: Ancient Religions Before Christianity, you will meet the fascinating, ancient polytheistic peoples of the Mediterranean and beyond, their many gods and goddesses, and their public and private worship practices, as you come to appreciate the foundational role religion played in their lives. Professor Hans-Friedrich Mueller, of Union College in Schenectady, New York, makes this ancient world come alive in 24 lectures with captivating stories of intrigue, artifacts, illustrations, and detailed descriptions from primary sources of intriguing personalities.

Often called the "Father of Church History", Eusebius was the first to trace the rise of Christianity during its crucial first three centuries from Christ to Constantine. Our principal resource for earliest Chrisitianity, The Church History presents a panorama of apostles, church fathers, emperors, bishops, heroes, heretics, confessors, and martyrs. This audiobook edition includes Paul L. Maier's clear and precise translation, historical commentary on each book in The Church History, and numerous maps, illustrations, and photographs.

A place to consider God’s voice in the old familiar stories and find how those ancient words still speak into our lives today. Here we will explore history, themes, candid thoughts, messages, and generally celebrate the bible being alive! Each episode will have a slightly different flavor!

Modern Mind, Ancient Book explores the Bible through its ancient Jewish context,helping modern believers rediscover the faith Jesus lived and taught — The Way.Modern Mind, Ancient Book is a Bible teaching ministry dedicated to restoringhistorical depth, theological clarity, and spiritual formation to the Christian faith.We study Scripture as Jesus and the early believers understood it — rooted in theTorah, the Prophets, the Writings, and fulfilled in Rabbi Jesus.📖 What you’ll find here:• Verse-by-verse Bible teaching• Jewish historical context• The life and teachings of Jesus•...

For centuries, the story of Adam and Eve has resonated richly through the corridors of art, literature, and theology. But for most moderns, taking it at face value is incongruous. Author John Walton explores the ancient Near Eastern context of Genesis 2-3, creating space for a faithful reading of Scripture along with full engagement with science for a new way forward in the human origins debate.

The sacred meal that is part of our faith does more than connect us to the holy, it connects us to each other. "I think Jesus wanted his disciples and everyone who came after him to remember what they had together. What they made together. What it meant to be together. How the things he did...

Thomas à Kempis' collection of meditative writings from the Bretheren of the Common Life is the most widely read book in the world after the Bible. The reflective devotions have been a heartening friend to great men such as Thomas More, St. Ignatius Loyola, Thomas Merton, Pope John Paul I, and John Wesley. Learning to live live Jesus is the central task that A. Kempis explores in this classic devotional. This book provides comfort and counsel to every person who seeks to live a more connected and whole life.

We are a congregation of needy sinners seeking to know, rest, & live in light of God's grace to us in the Lord Jesus Christ. “Who hath saved us, and called us with an holy calling, not according to our works, but according to his own purpose and grace, which was given us in Christ Jesus before the world began..." II Timothy 1:9Ancient Grace Church gathers each Sunday at 4:30 PM for Prayer, Singing, and Proclamation of God’s Word. Each message is followed with fellowship and a shared meal - at the Lord’s Table. We also gather each Wednesday evening at 6PM - for bible study and mutual ...

In Jesus on Trial, New York Times bestselling author David Limbaugh applies his lifetime of legal experience to a unique new undertaking: making a case for the gospels as hard evidence of the life and work of Jesus Christ. Limbaugh, a practicing attorney and former professor of law, approaches the canonical gospels with the same level of scrutiny he would apply to any legal document and asks all the necessary questions about the story of Jesus....

Written between A.D. 413 and 426, The City of God is one of the great cornerstones in the history of Christian thought, a book which is vital to the understanding of modern Western society. Augustine originally intended it to be an apology for Christianity against the accusation that the Church was responsible for the decline of the Roman Empire, which had occurred just three years earlier. Indeed, Augustine produced a great amount of evidence to prove that paganism was responsible for this event. However, by the time the work was finished, the book had taken on a larger theme.

The Ancient Christian Wisdom podcast explores the world of ancient Orthodox Christianity as it is lived in the 21st century.

The Ancient Frontier podcast is a project to reach and engage the scattering of plain-language, Bible-believing Christians around North America and the world. It will serve as a "grab-bag" of sorts, discussing things like culture, current events, church history, theology, discipleship, worldview and many other things through the lens of Scripture. A little about the host: Brother K is the moniker I use to host this podcast. I'm an ordinary everyday believer that still works a 9 to 5 job here in the U.S. (For those of you curious, I am college-educated in Ministry). I have been blessed with a ...

Noah and the ark makes it on everyone’s list of top-10 favorite Bible stories - right up there with Jonah and the whale, and David and Goliath. No biblical account has raised as many questions and has generated as much controversy as Noah and the ark. The story in the Bible is just the beginning! Was the massive ark seaworthy? Did the Flood cover the whole Earth? Has the ark been found on Mount Ararat? Where can you see the ark today? These questions and more are answered in Noah: The Real Story.

The Ancient Landmark is a Bible study podcast brought to you by the Rhea church of Christ that meets in Dayton, Tennessee at 250 Main Street. If you have any questions about us, or that you would like us to answer on the program, you can call or text them to 765-280-6855 or mail them to our address: Rhea church of Christ 250 Main Street Dayton, TN. 37321.

St. Thomas Church is a Church planting movement that embodies older Christian practices and beliefs with modern expressions of worship. Our desire is to spread the Good News of Jesus everywhere, making disciples in the faith. Be involved with a move of God in community with others. God could be calling you to plant a Mission Church in your area. “An Ancient Worship Movement” book will help you rediscover and implement older Biblical Church practices that were pre-denominational. Find an Ancient Faith that will Transform Your Life. ”The Ancient Worship Movement is not just a book but ...

What if life's most profound questions—about God, humanity, and purpose—have already been explored by history's greatest thinkers? Ancient Wisdom Revisited uncovers timeless insights from influential Christian theologians, making them accessible today. In season one, we explore John Calvin's Institutes of the Christian Religion (1536), one of the most influential works of Protestant theology. Whether you're a theology student or curious seeker, this podcast offers fresh, meaningful engagement with classic ideas. Disclaimer: Created using AI, based on the original writings of the ...

Hello and welcome to "The Ancient Path Podcast," hosted by Ana and Vivi. Join us as we explore the timeless wisdom of the Word of God and how it can transform our everyday lives. Our podcast aims to uplift and inspire, to offer companionship, advice and spiritual encouragement. Whether you're seeking to deepen your faith or just in need of a friendly voice, we're here to share and grow together in Christ’s love.

Ancient Paths Podcast is a journey of unlearning to learn the New Testament Church. Where we look at what we've learned or experienced, and hold it up to the light of Scripture and stories of the New Testament and Early Church. We then discover together how we can return to those Ancient Paths, so the church would thrive and live again.

Paramhansa Yogananda offered fresh interpretations of ancient scriptures so we can apply into our daily lives. His teachings offer pratical, heartfelt, and scientific readings of parallel passages from the Bible and India’s ancient scripture, The Bhagavad Gita. We study the similarities between scriptures of two of the world’s greatest religions, bringing each vibrantly to life. This podcast sheds light on many of the famous passages from both texts, showing their practical relevance for the modern day and their potential to bring about lasting spiritual transformation. The elucidation of ...

The past is a mirror. And the more we examine what came before us, the more we can understand where we are heading. This podcast is based on a series of Bible studies called Schmooze, News, and Views - where sections of old and new testament scripture are carefully examined. Hosted by Roger Wambold and released every other Monday.