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The Story of the Christian Church
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Written by Dr. Jesse Lyman Hurlbut, author of the renowned Hurlbut's Story of the Bible, and first published in 1918, this classic ''The Story of the Christian Church'' will help you appreciate your rich heritage as a Christian. You'll discover how, through the best and the worst of religious and world events, Christ continues to call and cleanse his bride, the church. Spanning the centuries, the church's remarkable saga is a study in contrasts: martyrdom and peace, corruption and holiness. From the first days of the church to today, the book unfolds the fascinating account of the people, places, cultures, and events that comprise church history. You'll learn about: The spiritual fire that lit the early church; Persecutions under Nero and other Roman emperors; The rise of sects such as Gnosticism and Manicheanism; The ascendance of papal power in the Middle Ages; Heroes of the Reformation: Martin Luther, John Calvin, and others; and Leaders in the modern church such as Jonathan Edwards and John Wesley. A must-read for any student or curious reader about the whole of church history and the rich history of the faith.
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