5 Minutes in Church History with Stephen Nichols

John Nelson Darby sacrificed a promising law career to pursue Christian ministry, but it wasn't until a horse-riding injury that his theological ideas took full shape. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols introduces the founder of dispensationalism. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/john-nelson-darby/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier...

Eric Liddell gave up a life of athletic prestige to serve the Lord as a missionary, joining others in his family who had committed their lives to advancing the gospel. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols introduces the Liddells. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/ the-liddell-family-of-missionaries/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Mi...

If social media had existed in the 11th century, one might have scrolled to find commentary on the Crusades called by Pope Urban II. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols describes several memorable people and events from the 11th century. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/trending-in-the-11th-century/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier...

Theodore Beza began at the Geneva Academy as a Greek professor, but when John Calvin died, he assumed the responsibility of leading the school. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols tells the story of how God directed Beza's life at every unexpected turn. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/beza/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministri...

On June 5, 1559, John Calvin helped found the academy at Geneva. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols explains the significant role that this school played in equipping young men to boldly proclaim the gospel. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/june-5-1559/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.5minutesinchur...

If social media had existed in the 6th century, what topics would be trending? On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols highlights noteworthy events from an age defined by lethal plagues, controversial heresy, and the spread of the gospel. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/trending-in-the-6th-century/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Mini...

Every day, Christians are making church history. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols interviews Rev. David Zadok, pastor of Grace and Truth Church, to learn about his ministry and the state of the Christian church in Israel. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/history-makers-david-zadok/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Don...

During the 3rd century, the church was under constant attack from heresies and persecution. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols describes the darkness of this age without forgetting the faithful Christians who took a stand for truth. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/trending-in-the-3rd-century/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Minis...

What better reading could you ask to have on a deserted island than a rich collection of Puritan prayers? On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Derek Thomas returns to share several of his favorite books with Dr. Stephen Nichols. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/deserted-island-with-derek-thomas-part-2/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Do...

From thick theology tomes to biographies of opera composers, what books would Dr. Derek Thomas want to have with him on a deserted island? On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, he joins Dr. Stephen Nichols to share some of his selections. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/deserted-island-with-derek-thomas-part-1/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministrie...

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/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.5mi...

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/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://ww...

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/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligoni...

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/ A donor-support...

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/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Minis...

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/ A donor-supported ou...

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/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministri...

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/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www....

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/ A donor-supported outrea...

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/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.5minutesinc...

Why were three elected popes active at the same time in the early 1400s? On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols sketches the Roman Catholic corruption and intrigue surrounding the city of Avignon in the 14th and 15th centuries. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/avignon/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.5m...

In Genesis 6:16, God instructs Noah to build the roof of the ark over its three decks. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols records from the roof of the full-scale Ark Encounter in Williamstown, Kentucky, a testament to the truth and authority of the Bible. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/genesis-616/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonie...

In the 19th century, Scottish theologian James Buchanan wrote, "Nothing could well be more new than the old theology of the Reformation." What did he mean? On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols opens Buchanan's classic book on justification. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/buchanans-book/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries....

When hundreds of ministers broke away from the Church of Scotland in the Disruption of 1843, a pastor named James Buchanan became the first moderator of the Free Church. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Stephen Nichols introduces us to this noteworthy theologian. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/james-buchanan/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier M...

The church of Jesus Christ is growing by leaps and bounds on the continent of Africa. On this episode of 5 Minutes in Church History, Dr. Conrad Mbewe returns to tell Dr. Stephen Nichols what hopes, concerns, and prayers he has for the African church. Read the transcript: https://www.5minutesinchurchhistory.com/history-makers-conrad-mbewe/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate:...