Christopher G. VanDusen

The King's Hand in History

History EN ↓ 54 episodes

A Christian history student briefly discusses the most powerful, provoking, and applicable events of our past. I bring you the true stories of our King's almighty hand accomplishing His purposes through people like us, and how we can learn from them to know Him better. If you'd like to contact me directly, you can send me an email at chris.g.vandusen@gmail.com. If you want to discuss history through messaging, consider joining The King's Hand in History Students Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/5zbD8VKAj1gBe8cX/Check out my Bible studies/devotionals on YouTube!

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Christopher G. VanDusen

Episodes

The Apostolic Fathers and the Destructive Rise of "The Bishop" (aka Pastor) (Ep. 3) 02.06.2024 50:56

Chris and Casey discuss the lives, work, and legacies of the main apprentices of the Apostles, and the invention and advancement of the "bishops" of assemblies. The main topics covered are the importance of the top 3 apostolic fathers, their hand in the prominence of "bishops," and the deleterious effects this corruption of New Testament leadership had on early Christianity, as...

Christian Assemblies During the Apostolic Age: Development and Characteristics (Ep. 2) 26.05.2024 58:34

Chris and Casey discuss the nature, practices, and organization of the Christians during the time of the apostles (the 1st century AD). They note the spiritual, familial, and progressive characteristics of these believers, as mainly described in the New Testament. Also, they explain how the final common practices and structure of these assemblies (aka churches) are not merely historical facts, but...

The Establishment of the Body of Christ in the 1st Century (Ep. 1) 13.05.2024 48:06

Chris and Casey discuss the beginning, advancement, and establishment of the new covenant people of God from Pentecost to the death of the last apostle. They note major lessons we can learn from their great example of zeal, faithfulness, and courage in the face of persecution, and how similar our American situation is today.

Why We are Starting a History Podcast 06.05.2024 24:53

Chris and Casey describe who they are, why a Christian-based history podcast is needed, and what they plan to share with you in the future.