Weak Lungs
He became the most prolific and respected Christian journalist in the English-speaking world. Continue reading Weak Lungs
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To Serve the Armies
Before the Civil War, few chaplains served with American armies. But on May 3, 1861, the Southern Congress approved Bill 102, stating, “There shall be appointed by the President chaplains to serve the armies of the Confederate States during the … Continue reading To Serve the Armies
Mass Murder
The two men remained enemies till 1484 when Sixtus died. Continue reading Mass Murder
The Combative Bishop
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
Monica’s Prayers
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
Clouds Over Geneva
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
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