No generation is without its Christian heroes, but they were scarce in the tenth century. Ratherius might have been one but for his headstrong style. He was brilliant and religious, but opinionated and envious. Ratherius was born near Verona, Italy. … Continue reading The Combative Bishop
He was born in 354 in a North African town set among the woods near the Mediterranean. His father was a pagan, but his mother, Monica, was of devout Christian stock. Augustine was an undisciplined child, idle and truant despite … Continue reading Monica’s Prayers
Medieval Christianity, growing up amid superstitious people without widespread access to Scripture, began worshiping its heroes, the saints of earlier days. God seemed unapproachable. The Almighty Father was feared. The Holy Spirit was neglected. Jesus seemed less threatening, but he, … Continue reading The Dragon Slayer
John Calvin arrived in Geneva in July 1536, intending only to stop for the night. But Pastor William Farel found him and wouldn’t let him leave, threatening to curse him “with the curse of Almighty God” if he didn’t remain … Continue reading Clouds Over Geneva
His life and teaching breathed of Christ. Continue reading God in the Alps
Devilish inventions filled the dungeons and dens of the church… Continue reading The Devil’s Dungeons
Rhemalogy 
You must be logged in to post a comment.