Church History for Chumps

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We're not your grandfather's church history podcast. But we'd also really appreciate it if he still listened.  Saints, heretics, councils...and the occasional crazy stuff. We have fun. IG: @churchhistory4chumps

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    Rome's Final Pagan Emperor: Julian the Apostate

    Do you know what happens when you combine the trauma of growing up as a PK (pastor's kid, of course) with the Game of Thrones-esque violence of the Roman Empire? Well, you sort of get Julian the Apostate.  Born in the era of Constantine's great conversion to Christianity, Julian was the last emperor not to be wooed by the Empire's new religious convictions. Raised on the classics and fascinated by a mix of cult religion and philosophy, Julian decided it was time to give paganism one last try.  Also, the guys reminisce a little about how cool it was during the mixtape era of sermons, and how much life can humble a young guy in ministry.  Be sure to give us a Follow and leave a review if you can! Thanks for listening!  Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

    1 h 25 min

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    CHUMP TALK: Ask Us Anything!

    We asked for Q's, and you guys delivered. So now we're back with the A's.  Who's our favorite heretic? Are we Calvinist, Arminian, or something else? Do we have any advice for someone considering pastoral ministry? We answer those questions and many, many more.  As fun as this episode was to record, we honestly just enjoy any chance we get to interact with the folks who listen to our show. We really, genuinely appreciate you guys.  Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

    1 h 6 min

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    Basil the Great: The Father of Monks and Defender of the Poor

    We're back in the 4th century, baby.  And it's time we finally talk about the Cappadocian Fathers. Two brothers and one lifelong friend, Basil of Caesarea, Gregory of Nyssa, and Gregory of Nazianzus were three of the most pivotal figures in the history of Eastern Christianity. And today, we begin with Basil.  During a thyme of heretical emperors, he was a voice of Nicene wisdom. When the east was peppered with poor and needy souls, he provided the sage hand of charity. His words with salted with discernment, and his actions seasoned with grace.  Basil was awesome. This is a fun episode.  Also, is it a flex to have steak for lunch? What if you cook it in the air fryer? Also also, Thomas and John are pretty mean to Taylor in the first ten minutes of this episode, so Taylor if you're reading this, we love ya bud.  Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

    1 h 3 min

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    The Missionary to the Tribes: Isaac McCoy's Forgotten Story

    This week, we're taking a short break on our early church series, mostly because Taylor put "I get to lead an episode on Baptist missions every once in a while" in his contract when he joined the show :( Isaac McCoy was a Baptist missionary in the early 19th century who endeavored to bring the Gospel to the American Indians that lived throughout the Midwest. Historically, he's known for attempting to form a westward colony for the Native Americans to relocate to.  Join the boys as we explore the lasting impact of his evangelistic efforts, and how modern missionaries can learn from our spiritual ancestors. And things miiight have gotten a little heated, but it's all love between brothers on the chumpcast.  Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

    1 h 25 min

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    The First Ever Guide to Christian Apologetics: The Letter to Diognetus

    Imagine you're writing a letter to the President (or Emperor, depending on what era you live in). Point by point, you bring up each idol of that day and age, and refute it thoroughly. Then you explain, it clear and compassionate terms, that the reader should submit themselves to the God of Christianity, repent of their sins, and commit to a Christian life.  Actually, the more I talk about it, the less crazy it sounds.  But this is essentially what we see in the 2nd Century document known as the Epistle to Diognetus, one of church history's FIRST EVER written apologies of the Christian faith.  Join Jonathan Taylor Thomas as we crack open another tall can of church history.  Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

    42 min

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    Saint Cyprian and the Church Split that (almost) Rocked Rome

    Persecutions are tough. I think we can all agree with that.  But an issue that doesn't get as much attention is what the church does after a time of persecution. Specifically with the Christians who may or may not have caved under the threat of harm or violence.  The 3rd Century in Rome (as we've discussed on the show before) was a tough time to be a Christian, and while the persecution wasn't long, the problems that it created for the church definitely were.  Enter St. Cyprian, a beloved leader from the city of Carthage. Not only will he be called to stand strong in the face of persecution, he will also be tasked with providing wisdom and direction for the church when factions form and threaten to tear the church in two.  Also. We tell a lot of jokes in this. Definitely skip the banter if you're not a fan. We think you will be. But you might not be. And we love you still.  Also today is John Simon's birthday! Show our boi some love.  IG: @churchhistory4chumps Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

    1 h 8 min

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    The Adventures of the Apostles: Was Peter Really Crucified Upside Down???

    For the past few weeks, we've been covering the stories of the Apostles after the biblical narrative concludes.  And...we can be honest. This series has gone over like watching a jaded old magician spoiling a handful of classic magic tricks in front of an unsuspecting child's birthday party. But sometimes that's just how history is.  But what about Saint Peter? We all know the story: at his hour of martyrdom, he begs his oppressors to be crucified upside down because he was unworthy of a death so similar to his Lord. But was it TRUE? Tune in to find out.  And hey, in case no one's said it to you yet today, you look great. I don't know what it is. You're just really glowing.  Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

    57 min

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    The Adventures of the Apostles: Gone Fishin' with Andrew

    The lore surrounding the lives of the Apostles never ceases to amaze. People getting boiled alive (and surviving). Dudes getting thrown off the top of the Temple. Crazy stuff.  But what if most of these crazy things are actually false? And what if nobody had a cool martyrdom? And what if Santa Claus is a FRAUD? Well, you'll just have to listen to find out. Join Taylor and John as we continue our journey through the lives of the apostles to see what history has to say about their fates after the close of the biblical narrative. This week, we've got the brother of Simon Peter, Andrew.  New podcast alert: Gout of My Mind  Buy us a coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/chumphistory

    58 min
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We're not your grandfather's church history podcast. But we'd also really appreciate it if he still listened.  Saints, heretics, councils...and the occasional crazy stuff. We have fun. IG: @churchhistory4chumps

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    2023 - 2025
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