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In this edition of "A Moment in Church History," host Marty McLain profiles early church father Polycarp. This installment details Polycarp's discipleship under the Apostle John, his 60-year tenure as Bishop of Smyrna, his defense against Gnosticism, and his confrontation with Marcion in Rome. It culminates in his martyrdom and famous final words: “Eighty-six years have I served Christ, and he has done me no wrong.” McLain closes by encouraging men that their greatest days of influence can happen at any age.
By marty mclainIn this edition of "A Moment in Church History," host Marty McLain profiles early church father Polycarp. This installment details Polycarp's discipleship under the Apostle John, his 60-year tenure as Bishop of Smyrna, his defense against Gnosticism, and his confrontation with Marcion in Rome. It culminates in his martyrdom and famous final words: “Eighty-six years have I served Christ, and he has done me no wrong.” McLain closes by encouraging men that their greatest days of influence can happen at any age.