June 20, 2024 Charlemagne: The Father of Europe Charlemagne, also referred to as Charles the Great, was a powerful medieval ruler who held sway over a significant portion of Western Europe from 768 to 814. His appointment by Pope Leo III in the year 800 AD symbolized the resurgence of Read more…
June 18, 2024 Early Middle Ages – Church and State During the period referred to as the Early Middle Ages, there were notable transformations and upheavals from the 5th to the 10th century. The decline of the Western Roman Empire created a power vacuum that the Catholic Church gradually occupied, Read more…
Lesallan Bostron – June 18, 2024 Navigating Life’s Chaos – Journey Towards Holiness Navigating the tumultuous journey of life while staying true to Jesus’ teachings poses a significant challenge for everyone. In his letter to the early Christian community, Peter provides profound wisdom that continues to hold relevance in Read more…
Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University Nestorius: A Controversial Figure in Theological History Nestorius, a prominent figure in the theological disputes of the Byzantine Empire, has always fascinated me. His teachings, which ultimately led to the formulation of the doctrine of Nestorianism, have profoundly impacted the history of Christianity (McGuckin, 2011). Read more…
Lesallan – June 11, 2024 The Intersection of Theology and Imperial Politics: An Examination of Fourth-Century Christian Controversies Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University THE2300 Historical Theology I (ONLSP242) Dr. Trent Lambert June 11, 2024 The fourth century marked a significant turning point in the history of the Christian Church, characterized Read more…
Lesallan Bostron – June 7, 2024 Ohio Christian University THE2300 Historical Theology I (ONLSP242) Dr. Trent Lambert June 7, 2024 The Enduring Legacy of Felicity: A Beacon of Faith in Early Christianity The early Christian church was not just a historical institution, but a community characterized by accounts of unwavering Read more…
Basic Structure Adopted by the Church During the second and third centuries, the early church adopted a hierarchical structure that began to resemble what we recognize today. The leadership was organized into a cascade system with a single pastor-bishop at the top, who was responsible for appointing the second tier Read more…
Devotional: The Witness of Steadfast Love Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University THE2300 Historical Theology I (ONLSP242) Dr. Trent Lambert June 3, 2024 Devotional: The Witness of Steadfast Love During a time of immense persecution, the early Christians, with unwavering courage and strength, stood firm in their faith, embodying the true Read more…
Lesallan Bostron Ohio Christian University THE2300 Historical Theology I (ONLSP242) Dr. Trent Lambert May 21, 2024 Preconceptions of the Historical Realities of Persecution It is often assumed that Christians in the Roman Empire faced constant and widespread persecution. Many envision Christians being thrown to lions in arenas or being systematically Read more…
Ohio Christian University THE2300 Historical Theology (ONLSP242) Dr. Trent Lambert May 21, 2024 Devotional – Studying Church History Studying church history will help me understand the past better. I can learn from the successes and failures of those who came before me in their faith journeys, which provides valuable teachings Read more…