Our Christian Heritage (Video)

From Hitler's Nuremberg podium, Pastor Lutzer recalls Nazi deception, warning such evil can reoccur. He urges moral courage to resist destructive agendas, even at personal cost, praying for strength and faithfulness.

In Part 2 of our conversation, Steve and Matt McCully explain how their father, martyred 70 years ago in Ecuador, has affected their lives.

Steve and Matt McCully recount their father, Ed McCully's life story. National oratory champion, student body president at Wheaton, and would-be lawyer, until a change of heart led him to martyrdom as he reached the unreached tribes of Ecuador.

What was it like growing up in the Jones family? Where did Bob Jones University come from? Bob Jones III, Chancellor of Bob Jones University shares stories of the founding of the school, and its impact on the world in this episode of Our Christian Heritage

Pastor Erwin Lutzer, speaking at Nuremberg Stadium, reflects on Nazi rallies, Christian nationalism, church-state relations, America's role, moral issues, human rights, and urges prioritizing the gospel above politics while preserving freedom.

Dr. David Saxon, professor of Church History at Maranatha Baptist University, tells Randy about the life of William Kiffin, a key Baptist forefather who used his riches for God's glory

Dr. David Saxon, professor of Church History at Maranatha Baptist University, tells the story of Andrew Fuller, an English Baptist pastor and missions supporter, to Randy Melchert

Phillip Bliss and his wife were headed from their home in Rome, Pennsylvania, to Chicago to reunite with the evangelist D. L. Moody. On December 29th, 1876, their train, the Pacific Express was crossing a trestle bridge near Ashtabula, Ohio. The bridge collapsed, and the train cars fell into the ravine. In that day, each train car had a stove to heat the vehicle, and with the fall the train cars e...

Randy Melchert interviews Dr. David Saxon from Maranatha Baptist University on the life of John Knox, the Scottish Reformer who stood up to Mary Queen of Scots

At Wartburg Castle, Martin Luther translated the New Testament in 11 weeks, shaping German language and faith. His work, born in struggle and conviction, powerfully advanced Scripture's accessibility and influence worldwide.

Randy Melchert interviews Dr. David Saxon of Maranatha Baptist University on the life of William Wilberforce, the British politician who ended the slave trade

Melanchthon, Luther's assistant, systematized Reformation theology, authored the Augsburg Confession, clarified doctrine, balanced courage with diplomacy, and showed that even great leaders need wise, faithful partners to succeed.

In Wittenberg, Luther burned Pope Leo's papal bull at the Elster Gate, defying the papacy, defending Scripture over tradition, inspiring students, and igniting the Reformation, ultimately splitting the church.

What messages did Bradford have inscribed into his headstone?

Dr. David Saxon, professor of Church History at Maranatha Baptist University, tells the story of Obadiah Holmes, a colonial American Baptist, who was whipped for the crime of preaching without a license.

Randy Melchert interviews Dr. Terry White of the the Winona History Center at Grace College on Billy Sunday, baseball player turned evangelist

Come with Randy Melchert to Franklin, Kentucky, as we learn about the man who wrote beloved hymns like "O To Be Like Thee," "Living for Jesus," and "Great is Thy Faithfulness"

Pastor Lutzer highlights a Wittenberg church painting by Cranach, illustrating the Reformation: Catholics neglect the vineyard, while Luther and Reformers remove weeds, nurturing the gospel of Christ for believers.

In 19th-century England, James and Amelia Taylor famously prayed, 'Dear God, if you should give us a son, grant that he may work for you in China.' Their son, James Hudson Taylor, would go on to become the most influential missionary of the modern missionary movement. Author Vance Christie tells Hudson Taylor's story to Randy Melchert.

Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with Randy Melchert to Whitewater, WI to see the grave of James Delaney, an Irishman who was converted in Burma, influenced by Adoniram Judson, and became a churchplanter in Wisconsin territory!

In Wittenberg, Pastor Lutzer highlights the Judensau sculpture, reflecting historic Christian anti-Jewish hatred, Luther's harsh writings, and modern church efforts seeking forgiveness, reconciliation, and unity with the Jewish community.

In 19th-century England, James and Amelia Taylor famously prayed, 'Dear God, if you should give us a son, grant that he may work for you in China.' Their son, James Hudson Taylor, would go on to become the most influential missionary of the modern missionary movement. Author Vance Christie tells Hudson Taylor's story to Randy Melchert.

Our Christian Heritage goes "On Location" with Tim Schmig in Plymouth, MA. Learn how a skeptic became a missionary!

Pastor Lutzer, in Wittenberg, describes Martin Luther's life, teachings, and theology. He emphasizes Luther's wit, focus on Scripture, understanding of the devil, commitment during the plague, and message of grace and faith.

Dr. David Saxon, professor of Church History at Maranatha Baptist University, tells the story of the Lone Star Revival to Randy Melchert. In 1853, a mission in India was marked by a very small congregation, marked on a map with just a lone star. Should it be disbanded?