Journeys from the Past
Church History & Heroes of the Faith
Journeys from the Past, Ep.22: Ulrich Zwingli (1484-1531)
July 19, 2021 • Andy Davis
Ulrich Zwingli (1484-1531) lead the Reformation in Switzerland. Learn about the exiting life of Zwingli as a priest, reformer, and solider! In the production of this podcast, Andy referenced these resources: History of the Christian Church: Modern Christianity. The Swiss Reformation Vol. VIII by Philip Schaff Theology of the Reformers by Timothy George The Reformation of the Sixteenth Century by Ronald H. Bainton
Journeys from the Past, Ep.21: Martin Luther (1483-1546)
June 7, 2021 • Andy Davis
In this episode, Andy covers Martin Luther (1483-1546), the man who sparked the Reformation. Luther pointed Christians back to the truth of the Bible and in his ninety-five thesis criticized unbiblical Catholic teachings and traditions.
Journeys from the Past, Ep.20: John Wycliffe (c1324-1384)
April 12, 2021 • Andy Davis
In this episode, Andy covers John Wycliffe (c1324-1384), the morning star of the Reformation. Wycliffe courageously stood against the false teachings of the infallibility of the Pope and transubstantiation. Wycliffe taught dominion founded on grace, the priesthood of all believers, the authority of scripture, and the importance of scripture translations in the common vernacular.
Journeys from the Past, Ep.19: Ramon Llull (1232-1316)
March 15, 2021 • Andy Davis
In this episode, Andy first provides context by taking a quick look at the Crusades, the Inquisition, and the development of gun powder, then moves to an examination of the life of Raymon Llull (1232-1316) and his missionary efforts to reach Muslims.
Journeys from the Past, Ep.18: Mysticism & Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153)
February 22, 2021 • Andy Davis
In this episode, Andy Davis covers the mysticism movement and Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153 AD). Learn about the complicated life of Bernard of Clairvaux. In the production of this podcast Andy referenced these books: "Foundations of Mysticism: Origins to the Fifth Century," and "The Growth of Mysticism : Gregory the Great through the 12th Century" by Bernard McGinn
Journeys from the Past, Ep.17: Irish Monks & Columba (512-597)
February 15, 2021 • Andy Davis
In the production of this podcast, Andy referenced these resources: "How The Irish Saved Civilization: The Untold Story of Ireland's Heroic Role from the Fall of Rome to the Rise of Medieval Europe" by Thomas Cahill "Civilisation" by Kenneth Clark
Journeys from the Past, Ep.16: Patrick (c.387-461)
February 8, 2021 • Andy Davis
In this episode, Andy Davis covers the missionary bishop Patrick (~387-461AD), best known to us today at Saint Patrick. Did you know that Patrick was actually British? Did you know that he was enslaved by the Irish at the age of 16 years-old? In the production of this podcast, Andy referenced these resources: How The Irish Saved Civilization: The Untold Story of Ireland's Heroic Role from the Fall of Rome to the Rise of Medieval Europe by Thomas Cahill Civilisation by Kenneth Clark
Journeys from the Past, Ep.14: Augustine (354-430)
January 25, 2021 • Andy Davis
In this episode, Andy Davis covers the theological giant Augustine (354-430AD). Specifically, Andy covers Augustine's early life, conversion, and battle against Manichaeism and Donatism. In the production of this podcast, Andy Davis referenced Book 1 of John Piper's 21 Servants of Sovereign Joy: Faithful, Flawed, and Fruitful.
Journeys from the Past, Ep.13: John Chrysostom (347-407)
January 18, 2021 • Andy Davis
In this episode, Andy Davis focuses in on the church father John Chrysostom who lived from 347 to 407 AD. John Chrysostom was nicknamed "golden mouth" because he was an extraordinary preacher. Additionally, John Chrysostom exemplified what it means to speak the truth when it is unpopular, to love one's enemies, and to care for the poor and needy. Resources referenced by Andy Davis in the production of this podcast: Schaff, Philip. “The Life and Work of St. John Chrysostom.” Chapter. In "Nicene and Post-Nicene Fathers." First Series.
Journeys from the Past, Ep.10: Reaching the Whole World
December 28, 2020 • Andy Davis
In this episode, Andy Davis finishes his survey of the two thousand years of church history by taking a look at the ongoing missionary effort in the 20th and 21st Centuries. Some of the specifics Andy covers are Hudson Taylor, William Cameron Townsend, Wycliffe Bible Translators, Donald McGavran, Billy Graham, Azusa Street, China, India, and Africa.
Journeys from the Past, Ep.9: The Nations Rage
December 14, 2020 • Andy Davis
In this episode, Andy Davis covers the 20th Century. Some of the specifics Andy discusses are World War 1, World War 2, nationalism, liberalism, the fundamentalists, Billy Graham, and the battle for the inerrancy of Scripture.
Journeys from the Past, Ep.8: Missionary Explosion
December 7, 2020 • Andy Davis
In this episode, Andy Davis covers from 1789 to 1914. This period is best characterized by the explosion in missionary activities. Some of the specific figures covered are William Carey, Adoniram and Ann Judson, and Hudson Taylor.