5 Minutes in Church History with Stephen Nichols

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William Gouge Sep 20, 2023

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William Gouge was known by many as a compassionate minister of the gospel. Today, Stephen Nichols tells us about the ministry, writings, and legacy of this English Puritan.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/william-gouge/

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Maximus of Turin Sep 13, 2023

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In the face of rising spiritual and political threats, Maximus of Turin charged his congregation to remain steadfast in trusting the Lord. Today, Stephen Nichols describes the legacy of this fifth-century bishop.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/maximus-of-turin/

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Jonathan Dickinson Sep 06, 2023

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During the Great Awakening, Jonathan Dickinson and his colleagues made plans to found a college to train Presbyterian ministers. Today, Stephen Nichols introduces us to the first president of Princeton University.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/jonathan-dickinson/

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10th Anniversary: Why Church History? Aug 30, 2023

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The church is a family with a long and glorious story, woven together by God's grace. As we continue to celebrate ten years of 5 Minutes in Church History, today Stephen Nichols underscores the importance of knowing, remembering, and retelling our story.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/10th-anniversary-why-church-history/

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10th Anniversary: Revisiting Augustine Aug 23, 2023

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Ten years ago, we set out on a journey in this podcast to witness God's faithfulness throughout the story of Christianity. To celebrate a decade of 5 Minutes in Church History, today Stephen Nichols revisits an old friend from our very first episode: Augustine of Hippo.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/10th-anniversary-augustine-again/

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Deserted Island: Two More Books for a Stranded Podcast Host Aug 16, 2023

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Reading material is essential for anyone headed to a deserted island. Today, the retired host of Renewing Your Mind, Lee Webb, continues a discussion with Stephen Nichols about which books he would bring with him to a deserted island.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/deserted-island-two-more-books-for-a-stranded-podcast-host/

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Deserted Island: A Stranded Podcast Host and His Books Aug 09, 2023

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The tides have turned, and our host is being sent to a deserted island. Today, Lee Webb swaps places with Stephen Nichols in order to ask him this question: Which five books would you bring to a deserted island?

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/deserted-island-a-stranded-podcast-host-and-his-books/

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Deserted Island with Lee Webb: A Pilgrim, a Puritan, and a Prisoner of War Aug 02, 2023

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Have you ever read a book so compelling that it felt impossible to put down? Today, Dr. Stephen Nichols invites the retired host of the Renewing Your Mind podcast, Lee Webb, to talk about several of his favorite books.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/deserted-island-with-lee-webb-a-pilgrim-a-puritan-and-a-prisoner-of-war/

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Deserted Island with Lee Webb: Bunyan, Sproul, and the Trinity Hymnal Jul 26, 2023

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There is always time for a good book on a deserted island. Today, Dr. Stephen Nichols sends special guest Lee Webb to this island, allowing him to bring only five books. Which will he choose?

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/deserted-island-with-lee-webb-bunyan-sproul-and-the-trinity-hymnal/

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Spurgeon's Church Jul 19, 2023

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Where did Charles Spurgeon preach his sermons? Today, Dr. Stephen Nichols takes us on a journey through church history, arriving at the church where Spurgeon would preach until his death in 1892.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/spurgeons-church/

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