The Early Church
Bible Believers History:Series 1
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Early Church History: Persecution, Martyrs, and the Spread of the Gospel
From the explosive growth of the early believers in Antioch to the fearless sacrifices of the Apostolic Fathers, discover how intense Roman persecution couldn't stop the Gospel. In this deep dive into early church history, we explore the lives of Polycarp, Ignatius, and Tertullian, the martyrdom of the Twelve Apostles, and how their blood literally became the seed of the Church. Join us as we look at the clear, dispensational truth of early Christian history and see how these incredible testimonies prove the unbreakable integrity of the Bible.
Episode 1: The Beginning of the Early Church
In today's study, we dive into Matthew 28:19 and look at the clear, dispensational truth about how the Gospel mission exploded from Jerusalem to the nations. This lesson reveals the surprising reason why persecution actually caused the early church to grow and thrive.
Episode 2: Antioch
In today's study, we dive into Acts 11:26 and look at the clear, dispensational truth about why the city of Antioch became the strategic cradle for the early Church and the preservation of the pure Word of God. This lesson reveals the foundational history that confirms the reliability and integrity of the King James Bible.
Episode 3: Persecution of Early Christians
In today’s study, we dive into the early historical accounts of the martyrs and look at the clear, dispensational truth about the preservation of the name ‘Christian’ against the Roman Empire. This lesson reveals that the persecution did not stop the church, but caused it to spread and grow stronger.
Bible Believers History: Series 1 – Early Church, Episode 4: The 12 Apostles
In today's study, we dive into the final testimony of the Twelve Apostles and look at the clear, dispensational truth about how their martyrdom serves as the ultimate proof of Christ's resurrection. This lesson reveals that their refusal to stay silent is the greatest evidence that our Bible is absolutely true.
Bible Believers History: Series 1 – Early Church, Episode 5: Polycarp
In today's study, we dive into the historical account of Polycarp's martyrdom and look at the clear, dispensational truth about the preservation of the Apostolic message through faithful witnesses. This lesson reveals that true faith requires unwavering devotion to Christ, even unto death.
Bible Believers History: Series 1 – Early Church, Episode 6: Ignatius
Most people would do anything to escape a lion’s den, but Ignatius of Antioch begged his friends not to rescue him. As a student of the Apostle John, he carried the "hand-off of truth" from the apostles to the next generation, singing for joy even as he approached the Roman Colosseum. Discover how his seven letters and his unwavering sacrifice proved that the Gospel is an unstoppable force that no emperor could destroy. Join us as we look at the man who saw the lions as a path to his Savior.
Bible Believers History: Series 1 – Early Church, Episode 7: Tertullian
Discover the incredible life of Tertullian, the North African lawyer who became the "Father of Latin Christianity" and gave us the word Trinity. Learn how the early church thrived under intense Roman persecution and why Tertullian famously declared that the blood of the martyrs is the seed of the church. Join us as we explore how sound doctrine and bold faith can help us stand firm for the truth today.
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