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From an award-winning biblical scholar, the story of how enslaved people created, gave meaning to, and spread the message of the New Testament, shaping the very foundations of Christianity in ways both subtle and profound. ​ For the past two thousand years, Christian tradition, scholarship...

Discover a different way of seeing and responding to the Coronavirus pandemic, an approach drawing on Scripture, Christian history, and the way of living, thinking, and praying revealed to us by Jesus. What are we supposed to think about the Coronavirus crisis? Some people think they know: "This...

Special edition including the complete text of the Gospel of Thomas Elaine Pagels, one of the world’s most important writers and thinkers on religion and history, and winner of the National Book Award for her groundbreaking work The Gnostic Gospels, now reflects on what matters most about...

The instant New York Times bestseller interpreting the controversial long-lost gospel The recently unearthed Gospel of Judas is a source of fascination for biblical scholars and lay Christians alike. Now two leading experts on the Gnostic gospels tackle the important questions posed by its...

The most influential man to ever walk the earth has had his story told in hundreds of different ways for thousands of years. Can any more be said? Now, Timothy Keller, New York Times bestselling author of The Reason for God and the man Newsweek called a “C. S. Lewis for the twenty-first...

Bringing to life the world of the Old and New Testaments, the acclaimed creator of the bestselling Don’t Know Much About series transforms dry, difficult reading into colorful and realistic accounts. Relying on new research and improved translations, Kenneth C. Davis uncovers some amazing...

Bestselling author Kevin DeYoung explores the history, meaning, and importance of the Nicene Creed. The Nicene Creed is a fundamental text that Christians have memorized and recited in church services and personal prayers for centuries. Despite its deep roots, many believers today recite the creed as a routine, often without fully understanding its meaning and significance.

Discover the dangers and deceptions of the modern Charismatic movement and learn how to be biblically faithful to the Holy Spirit's true work. In Strange Fire, bestselling author and pastor John MacArthur chronicles the unsavory history behind the modern Pentecostal and Charismatic movements so...

Explore how a vulnerable alpine settlement transformed into a global diplomatic haven shaping modern European history. Perfect for an educational morning commute or deep focus listening, this intellectual journey reveals how geographic weakness birthed unmatched political influence. Step inside...

Master epic medieval history on your commute as a fractured Europe unites through sweeping military campaigns. From the ashes of Rome, watch an extraordinary conqueror forge a fragile unity out of political chaos and warring factions. This immersive historical journey turns daily listening into...

Unearth ancient Roman history and subterranean archaeology to explore a sprawling shadow metropolis built for the dead. Perfect for an immersive morning commute or deep focused learning, this atmospheric journey navigates the vast burial galleries that mirrored the empire above. Transition from...

Witness how a tiny lakeside town evolved into the epicenter of the Protestant Reformation and global diplomacy. Perfect for your morning commute, this sweeping history charts the extraordinary rise of a city that shaped the western world. From strategic Alpine trade routes to struggles against...

Uncover how a fiercely independent African kingdom defied colonial empires to forge an epic legacy of geopolitical survival. Perfect for an immersive educational commute or deep-focus learning, this sweeping historical narrative transports listeners to the rugged highlands of the Horn of Africa...

Uncover the historical truth behind religious mythology's greatest quest, separating sacred relics from enduring legend. Whether you are settling in for a thought-provoking evening listen or seeking an intellectual deep-dive for your daily commute, this atmospheric journey transports you through...

Unearth a gripping Irish history of survival and rebellion, tracing a millennium of anti-colonial resilience. Perfect for a reflective commute or exploring ancestral heritage, this evocative narrative captures the raw experiences of ordinary people. Listen as ancient clan halls, famine cabins...

Step into the bloody dynastic struggles of British history as a fragile monarchy fights for absolute power and survival. Perfect for your daily commute, this captivating narrative transports you directly into the glittering royal courts and dark prison cells of the sixteenth century. Witness the...

Witness the epic rise and dramatic fall of a medieval superpower that shaped Western civilization for a thousand years. Perfect for your morning commute or deep focus learning, this sweeping historical narrative thrusts you into the heart of political intrigue and holy war. Experience the brutal...

Experience the epic rise and fall of a medieval superpower as steppe nomads and Slavic farmers forge a mighty empire. Perfect for an immersive commute, this dramatic European history explores how a rising Balkan state fought to survive and eventually challenge the Eastern Roman Empire for...

Step into a haunting historical mystery where ancient religious faith collides with cutting-edge forensic science. Perfect for an immersive commute, this thought-provoking deep dive explores a controversial linen cloth bearing the faint image of a crucified man. Navigate a fascinating maze of...

Unravel the medieval history of a legendary cursed manuscript allegedly forged through a midnight demonic pact. This atmospheric investigation separates fact from occult myth, tracing the astonishing origins of the largest surviving European book. Perfect for your daily commute or a suspenseful...