History of Christianity (Part 2)

First Baptist Church of Byram

In this episode, we discuss the early Christian church's history, focusing on the oral tradition and written word in spreading the gospel. We will also provide insights into the authorship of the New Testament books and the role of martyrs in the early church, as well as the organizational structure of the early Christian church, including the role of bishops and priests. You will hear many highlights from the early church's shift from a local sect to a universal religion during 70 AD to 312 AD, and how persecution by the Roman Empire contributed to this expansion. Finally, we will explore the early church's response to persecution, including instances of Christians refusing to bow down to Caesar and the question of what to do with those who recanted their faith. Throughout the episode, we show how the New Testament teachings on salvation and reconciliation underscore that Jesus Christ is the only means of reconciliation with God.