Journeys from the Past

Ulrich Zwingli (1484-1531) lead the Reformation in Switzerland. Learn about the exiting life of Zwingli as a priest, reformer, and solider! In the production of this podcast, Andy referenced these resources: History of the Christian Church: Modern Christianity. The Swiss Reformation Vol. VIII by Philip Schaff Theology of the Reformers by Timothy George The Reformation of the Sixteenth Century by Ronald H. Bainton

In this episode, Andy covers Martin Luther (1483-1546), the man who sparked the Reformation. Luther pointed Christians back to the truth of the Bible and in his ninety-five thesis criticized unbiblical Catholic teachings and traditions.

In this episode, Andy covers John Wycliffe (c1324-1384), the morning star of the Reformation. Wycliffe courageously stood against the false teachings of the infallibility of the Pope and transubstantiation. Wycliffe taught dominion founded on grace, the priesthood of all believers, the authority of scripture, and the importance of scripture translations in the common vernacular. In the production of this podcast, Andy referenced these resources: Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language: Fourth Edition. Philip Schaff, History of the Christian Church, Volume VI: The Middle Ages. A.D. 1294-1517. Kenneth S. Latourette, History of Christianity Volume 1: Beginnings to 1500.

In this episode, Andy first provides context by taking a quick look at the Crusades, the Inquisition, and the development of gun powder, then moves to an examination of the life of Raymon Llull (1232-1316) and his missionary efforts to reach Muslims. Andy referenced these resources in the production of this podcast: GFA Missions Website Your Dictionary Stanford Encyclopedia

In this episode, Andy Davis covers the mysticism movement and Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153 AD). Learn about the complicated and interesting life of Bernard. In the production of this podcast, Andy referenced these resources: Foundations of Mysticism: Origins to the Fifth Century, and The Growth of Mysticism : Gregory the Great through the 12th Century by Bernard McGinn

In this episode, learn about how the Irish monks saved Western civilization, and the warrior monk Columba (521-597AD) and his bold missionary efforts to the bellicose Picts. In the production of this podcast, Andy referenced these resources: How The Irish Saved Civilization: The Untold Story of Ireland's Heroic Role from the Fall of Rome to the Rise of Medieval Europe by Thomas Cahill Civilisation by Kenneth Clark

In this episode, Andy Davis covers the missionary bishop Patrick (c.387-461AD), best known to us today at Saint Patrick. Did you know that Patrick was actually British? Did you know that he was enslaved by the Irish at the age of 16 years-old? In the production of this podcast, Andy referenced these resources: How The Irish Saved Civilization: The Untold Story of Ireland's Heroic Role from the Fall of Rome to the Rise of Medieval Europe by Thomas Cahill Civilisation by Kenneth Clark

In this episode, Andy covers Augustine's battle against Pelagianism as well as the things Augustine got wrong. In the production of this podcast, Andy Davis referenced: Book 1 of John Piper's 21 Servants of Sovereign Joy: Faithful, Flawed, and Fruitful.

In this episode, Andy Davis covers the theological giant Augustine (354-430AD). Specifically, Andy covers Augustine's early life, conversion, and battle against Manichaeism and Donatism. In the production of this podcast, Andy Davis referenced: Book 1 of John Piper's 21 Servants of Sovereign Joy: Faithful, Flawed, and Fruitful.

In this episode, Andy Davis focuses in on the church father John Chrysostom (347-407 AD). John Chrysostom was nicknamed "golden mouth" because he was an extraordinary preacher. Additionally, John Chrysostom exemplified what it means to speak the truth when it is unpopular, to love one's enemies, and to care for the poor and needy. Resource referenced by Andy Davis in the production of this podcast: Schaff, Philip. “The Life and Work of St. John Chrysostom.” Chapter. In Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers. First Series.

In this episode, Andy Davis covers Athanasius of Alexandria who lived from 298-373 AD. Athanasius was a very powerful combination of deep rich meditations theologically, and a bold life lived for the glory of God.

Andy doubles back and begins to focus on individual church history heroes starting with Polycarp. Polycarp lived from 69AD to 155AD. Learn motivational lessons from this church history hero.

In this episode, Andy Davis finishes his survey of the two thousand years of church history by taking a look at the ongoing missionary effort through the 20th and 21st Centuries. Some of the specifics Andy covers are Hudson Taylor, William Cameron Townsend, Wycliffe Bible Translators, Donald McGavran, Billy Graham, Azusa Street, China, India, and Africa. Andy Davis referenced the following source in the production of this podcast: Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language: Fourth Edition.

In this episode, Andy Davis covers the 20th Century. Some of the specifics Andy discusses are World War 1, World War 2, nationalism, liberalism, the fundamentalists, Billy Graham, and the battle for the inerrancy of Scripture. Andy Davis referenced the following source in the production of this podcast: Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language: Fourth Edition.

In this episode, Andy Davis covers from 1789 to 1914. This period is best characterized by the explosion in missionary activities. Some of the specific figures covered are William Carey, Adoniram and Ann Judson, and Hudson Taylor. Andy Davis referenced the following source in the production of this podcast: Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language: Fourth Edition.

In this episode, Andy Davis covers the Catholic Counter Reformation, the Enlightenment, and the First Great Awakening. Some specifics Andy touches on are the Jesuits, the Spanish Conquistadors, the Inquisition, separation of church and state, Christians in the British-American colonies, Voltaire, revival, and George Whitefield. Andy Davis referenced the following source in the production of this podcast: Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language: Fourth Edition.

In this episode, Andy Davis covers the Reformation. Some of the specifics Andy discusses are the Lutherans, the Anabaptists, the Reformed, the Church of England, the Puritans and the theologians Martin Luther, Zwingli, and John Calvin. Andy Davis referenced the following source in the production of this podcast: Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language: Fourth Edition.

In this episode of "Journeys from the Past," Andy Davis covers the two major topics of the crusades and scholasticism. Andy covers Charlemagne, the Battle of Tours, Islam, the Vikings, Raymond Lull, Peter Abelard, and Thomas Aquinas. Andy Davis referenced the following source in the production of this podcast: Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language: Fourth Edition.

In this episode of Journeys from the Past, Andy Davis discusses medieval Christendom and how it reflected the tower of Babel more than it did the authentic church of Jesus Christ. Andy covers monasticism and the Roman Catholic Papacy. Andy Davis referenced the following source in the production of this podcast: Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language: Fourth Edition.

Andy Davis discusses the second era of church history after the Edict of Milan in 313 AD when the early church fathers battled for right doctrine. Andy Davis referenced the following source in the production of this podcast: Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language: Fourth Edition.

Andy Davis referenced the following source in the production of this podcast: Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language: Fourth Edition.

Andy Davis referenced the following source in the production of this podcast: Bruce Shelley, Church History in Plain Language: Fourth Edition.