5 Minutes in Church History with Stephen Nichols
by Ligonier MinistriesThis weekly podcast provides an informal and informative look at church history. Join us each week as we take a brief break from the present to go exploring the past. Travel back in time as we look at the people, events, and even the places that have shaped the story of Christianity. Each episode offers an easily digestible glimpse of how the eternal, unchangeable God has worked in the church over prior generations and how this can encourage us today. This is our story—our family history.
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Episodes
Travels with Anselm
5m · PublishedOver the course of his life, Anselm took five important journeys. Today, Stephen Nichols takes us on the road with Anselm, pointing out notable events from this medieval theologian's travels.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/travels-with-anselm/
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Calvin at College
5m · PublishedWhere did John Calvin go to college? Today, Stephen Nichols tells us about Calvin's time at the College de Montaigu and how his educational experiences helped shape him into the prominent Reformer that we know today.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/calvin-at-college/
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W.H. Griffith Thomas
5m · PublishedBefore he died, W.H. Griffith Thomas helped found Evangelical Theological Seminary, known today as Dallas Theological Seminary. Today, Stephen Nichols tells us about the life and career of this dedicated Anglican theologian.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/w-h-griffith-thomas/
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John Murray
5m · PublishedDuring his time at Westminster Theological Seminary, John Murray skillfully trained many pastors and theologians in the truth of God. In this episode, Stephen Nichols tells us highlights from the life of this gifted theologian.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/john-murray/
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Billy Graham
5m · PublishedThe evangelist Billy Graham remains one of the most well-known figures of the 20th century. In this episode, Stephen Nichols walks us through his life, from humble beginnings on a dairy farm to preaching to millions of people.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/billy-graham/
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Carl Henry
5m · PublishedWho was Carl Henry? What part did he play in shaping modern evangelicalism? Today, Stephen Nichols tells us about the tremendous influence that Henry had in his roles as an academic, apologist, author, theologian, and more.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/carl-henry/
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The French and a Doctrine of Scripture
5m · PublishedThe fifth article of the 1559 French Confession of Faith contains rich descriptions of the doctrine of Scripture. Today, Stephen Nichols draws out five points from this article that help us understand this key doctrine.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/the-french-and-a-doctrine-of-scripture/
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The 95 Theses in a Sermon
5m · PublishedIn his 95 Theses, Martin Luther addressed many unbiblical practices that the Roman Catholic Church endorsed. Today, Stephen Nichols recounts a sermon that Luther preached based upon this famous historical document.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/the-95-theses-in-a-sermon/
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Calvin and the Psalter
5m · PublishedWhen John Calvin set out to produce a French psalter, he knew he couldn't do it alone. Today, Stephen Nichols tells us about the many people who contributed to creating French editions of the Psalms for singing.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/calvin-and-the-psalter/
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5 Enlightenment Figures
5m · PublishedWhat were the hallmarks of the Enlightenment? What impact did it have on the church? Today, Stephen Nichols provides an overview of this philosophical movement and introduces us to five major Enlightenment thinkers.
Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/5-enlightenment-figures/
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5 Minutes in Church History with Stephen Nichols has 583 episodes in total of non- explicit content. Total playtime is 49:00:51. The language of the podcast is English. This podcast has been added on November 28th 2022. It might contain more episodes than the ones shown here. It was last updated on May 11th, 2024 04:11.