Church History for Everyone

The Story of Christianity from the Fall of Jerusalem to the Dawn of the Reformation (Volume 1)

Inbunden, Engelska, 2026

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Kevin DeYoung Profiles Extraordinary Christian Figures Throughout World HistoryScripture commands Christians to be a remembering people. Contemplating how God’s church has prevailed throughout war, heresy, political upheaval, and more, we will begin to grasp the bigger story of his work in the world and gain bold faith for our lives today.In Church History for Everyone, Kevin DeYoung examines the development of the church from AD 70 to 1415 through the lives of key figures—including world leaders, theologians, martyrs, and the early monks—and their historical moments, connecting the dots with what came before and after while also highlighting the tensions that endure today. Join bishops as they assemble at the Council of Nicaea in AD 325. Learn how bold Christ followers, including Perpetua and Felicity, endured grisly persecution during the Roman Empire. Follow the ascetic abbot Bernard of Clairvaux as he preaches the gospel during the Crusades. DeYoung explores these and other extraordinary and significant events through captivating storytelling supported by rigorous research. His insights will help you think through important questions and appreciate the lives of our forebears in the faith. More than a collection of biographies, these momentous stories testify to God’s prevailing goodness yesterday, today, and forever. Volume 2 will cover Reformation history to modern church history (1415–present). A Historical and Biographical Look at Christianity: Highlights key events from AD 70 to 1415 through 20 engaging profiles and historical accountsComprehensive: Examines significant events, including the transition of Christianity from a Jewish to Gentile tradition, the reign of the Emperor Titus, the Crusades, the dawn of the Reformation, and moreRich Study Resource: Features insightful discussion questions, ideal for entry-level survey courses as well as individual and small-group studyFrom Kevin DeYoung: Pastor, seminary professor, and author of Daily Doctrine; Just Do Something; The Biggest Story Bible Storybook; and moreBook One of a 2-Book Set: Volume 2 will cover Reformation history to modern church history (1415–present)Perfect for Students of History and Scripture: Helps readers learn about the past as they gain wisdom about the present and the future

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2026-10-20
Mått:140 x 216 x undefined mm
Vikt:671 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:416
Förlag:Crossway Books
Illustratör:Peter Voth
ISBN:9781433597640

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Religion: allmänt inom Filosofi och religion
Kristendom inom Filosofi och religion
Biblar inom Filosofi och religion

Mer om författaren

Kevin DeYoung (PhD, University of Leicester) is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church in Matthews, North Carolina, and associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte. He has written books for children, adults, and academics, including Just Do Something; Impossible Christianity; Daily Doctrine; and The Biggest Story Bible Storybook. Kevin’s work can be found on clearlyreformed.org. Kevin and his wife, Trisha, have nine children.Peter Voth is a freelance graphic designer and illustrator from Germany. He works primarily internationally for numerous clients in both Christian and secular fields. His work and style are mainly inspired by historical art, the Victorian era and traditional illustration techniques such as line engraving. He lives near Aachen and is married to Lore.

Innehållsförteckning

Introduction Part 1: The Early Church (70–451) Chapter 1: Titus Vespasian and the Fall of JerusalemChapter 2: Irenaeus and the Rule of FaithChapter 3: Perpetua and Felicity and the Martyrs of the ChurchChapter 4: Antony and the Rise of MonasticismChapter 5: Constantine and the Conversion of the EmpireChapter 6: Athanasius and the Threat of ArianismChapter 7: Donatus and the Problem of the LapsedChapter 8: John Chrysostom and the Preaching of the GospelChapter 9: Augustine and the Twilight of RomeChapter 10: Cyril of Alexandria and the Two Nature of ChristPart 2: The Middle Ages (451–1415)Chapter 11: Patrick and the Conversion of the BarbariansChapter 12: Benedict and the Ordering of MonasticismChapter 13: Gregory the Great and the Care of SoulsChapter 14: Charlemagne and the Beginning of EuropeChapter 15: Anselm and the Rise of ScholasticismChapter 16: Bernard of Clairvaux and the Renewal of the ChurchChapter 17: Richard the Lionheart and the Crusades for the Holy LandChapter 18: Thomas Aquinas and the Summary of TheologyChapter 19: Boniface VIII and the Height (and Depth) of Papal PowerChapter 20: Jan Hus and the Seeds of Protest Notes