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Month: June 2026

The Separation of Church and State in the United States: Origins, Meaning, and Modern Debates

Posted on June 30, 2026June 30, 2026 By Stephen Bedard No Comments on The Separation of Church and State in the United States: Origins, Meaning, and Modern Debates
The Separation of Church and State in the United States: Origins, Meaning, and Modern Debates
Modern History

The phrase “separation of church and state” is one of the most discussed and often misunderstood concepts in American history. Some view it as a wall protecting religion from government interference, while others see it as a principle preventing religion from influencing public life. The reality is more nuanced. The idea emerged from centuries of … Read More “The Separation of Church and State in the United States: Origins, Meaning, and Modern Debates” »

Billy Sunday: Baseball Player, Evangelist, and the Man Who Changed American Revivalism

Posted on June 26, 2026June 26, 2026 By Stephen Bedard No Comments on Billy Sunday: Baseball Player, Evangelist, and the Man Who Changed American Revivalism
Billy Sunday: Baseball Player, Evangelist, and the Man Who Changed American Revivalism
Revivalism

Few figures have left as deep an imprint on American evangelicalism as Billy Sunday. A former professional baseball player turned revivalist preacher, Sunday became one of the most famous and influential evangelists in American history. At the height of his ministry in the early twentieth century, millions of Americans attended his revival meetings, newspapers covered … Read More “Billy Sunday: Baseball Player, Evangelist, and the Man Who Changed American Revivalism” »

From the Jesus Movement to the Mainstream: The Origins and Rise of Contemporary Christian Music (1960s–2000)

Posted on June 25, 2026June 25, 2026 By Stephen Bedard No Comments on From the Jesus Movement to the Mainstream: The Origins and Rise of Contemporary Christian Music (1960s–2000)
From the Jesus Movement to the Mainstream: The Origins and Rise of Contemporary Christian Music (1960s–2000)
Modern History

Today, Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) is a multi-billion-dollar industry with artists filling arenas, songs topping Christian radio charts, and worship music becoming a central feature of churches around the world. Yet its origins were surprisingly humble—and controversial. Emerging from the countercultural Jesus Movement of the late 1960s and early 1970s, CCM combined the message of … Read More “From the Jesus Movement to the Mainstream: The Origins and Rise of Contemporary Christian Music (1960s–2000)” »

From Restoration to Division: The Origins of the Disciples of Christ and the Churches of Christ

Posted on June 24, 2026June 24, 2026 By Stephen Bedard No Comments on From Restoration to Division: The Origins of the Disciples of Christ and the Churches of Christ
From Restoration to Division: The Origins of the Disciples of Christ and the Churches of Christ
Modern History

The Disciples of Christ and the Churches of Christ trace their roots to one of the most influential religious movements in American history: the Stone-Campbell Restoration Movement. Emerging during the religious ferment of the early nineteenth century, the movement sought to restore the simplicity and unity of the New Testament church. What began as a … Read More “From Restoration to Division: The Origins of the Disciples of Christ and the Churches of Christ” »

The Origins of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: From Joseph Smith to Brigham Young

Posted on June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 By Stephen Bedard No Comments on The Origins of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: From Joseph Smith to Brigham Young
The Origins of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: From Joseph Smith to Brigham Young
New Religions

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS), often referred to as the Mormon Church, is one of the most significant religious movements to emerge from North America. With more than seventeen million members worldwide, it has grown from a small frontier movement into a global faith. Understanding its origins requires exploring the lives … Read More “The Origins of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: From Joseph Smith to Brigham Young” »

Episode 76 – The Roman Empire in the Fourth Century

Episode 76 – The Roman Empire in the Fourth Century

The fourth century was a century of great change for the church. It was equally so for the Roman Empire. In fact, from this century onward it would be difficult to separate the history of Rome from the history of the church. In this episode, we look at the major events of the fourth century ... Read More "Episode 76 – The Roman Empire in the Fourth Century" »

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