5 Minutes in Church History with Stephen Nichols

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Corrie ten Boom Feb 23, 2022

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After the Nazis invaded Holland, Corrie ten Boom hid more than 700 Jews in her home, six at a time, before helping them escape. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols tells the story of this remarkable Christian woman.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/corrie-ten-boom/

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1377 Feb 16, 2022

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From corruption and bloodshed to the publication of important works, the year 1377 was a pivotal time in medieval Europe. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols outlines significant moments from this eventful year in the 14th century.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/1377/

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Deserted Island with Conrad Mbewe Feb 09, 2022

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Out of all the books that could help you grow in your faith and in your knowledge of God, which five would you bring with you to a deserted island? On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Conrad Mbewe joins Dr. Stephen Nichols to explain his five choices.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/deserted-island-with-conrad-mbewe/

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The Hymns of James M. Boice Feb 02, 2022

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After receiving a diagnosis of advanced-stage liver cancer, Dr. James Boyce wrote hymns of praise to God in the final months of his life. On this episode of 5 Minute in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols looks at the verses penned by this gifted minister and longtime friend of Dr. R.C. Sproul.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/the-hymns-of-james-m-boice/

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Eleazer Wheelock Jan 26, 2022

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In 1754, Eleazar Wheelock founded a school to train Native American Christians to become missionaries among their own tribes. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols talks about Wheelock's involvement in the Great Awakening in colonial New England.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/eleazer-wheelock/

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A Most Intriguing Event with Derek Thomas Jan 19, 2022

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In 451, leaders in the early church gathered at the city of Chalcedon to defend the Bible's teaching about the divinity and humanity of Jesus Christ. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Derek Thomas joins Dr. Stephen Nichols to discuss the Chalcedonian Creed.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/a-most-intriguing-event-with-derek-thomas/

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Thankful for Shoes Jan 12, 2022

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Every time we look down and see shoes on our feet, we should be reminded of our Father's care for us. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols considers the wonderful ways in which Martin Luther taught children about God in his Small Catechism.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/thankful-for-shoes/

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The Puritans 101 Jan 05, 2022

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Who were the English and American Puritans? On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols introduces us to the keen minds and passionate hearts of those who sought to apply the biblical truths of the Reformation to all of life.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/the-puritans-101/

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Resolutions with Edwards Dec 29, 2021

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When Jonathan Edwards wrote 70 resolutions for life, he was careful to remind himself of his reliance on God's grace to live for His glory. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols draws principles from Edwards to help us begin the new year with intentionality.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/resolutions-with-edwards/

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Christmas with Spurgeon Dec 22, 2021

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Exactly 166 years ago this week, Charles Spurgeon preached a sermon about the child who was born a King. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols explores the rich insights of Spurgeon's Christmas sermon.

Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/christmas-with-spurgeon/

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